Cinnamon

206 perfumes

About

The Cinnamon accord brings a warm, sweet, spicy quality with a distinctive bark-like warmth. A key component of oriental and gourmand compositions.

Scent Profile

The Cinnamon accord is characterized by a warm, sweet, and spicy aroma with a dry, woody undertone reminiscent of cinnamon bark. It often features a slightly powdery nuance and a pronounced, lingering heat. The accord is typically constructed using eugenol and cinnamic aldehyde, which impart its signature spicy-sweet profile.

Citrus 6%

Floral 6%

Fruity 5%

Green 6%

Sweet 28%

Warm 34%

Woody 14%

Earthy 13%

Animalic 5%

Fresh 9%

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Cinnamon fragrances.

Cognac 31

Date 26

Cinnamon 446

Tobacco 216

Clove 193

Gingerbread 5

Caraway 62

Olive Tree 13

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Cinnamon fragrances.

Cognac 31

Patchouli 1609

Cassia 3

Tobacco 216

Nutmeg 293

Amber 1541

History

Cinnamon has been used in perfumery since antiquity, valued for its aromatic and preservative properties in ancient Egypt and the Middle East. The cinnamon accord became prominent in modern perfumery during the early 20th century, especially within the oriental fragrance family. Its association with warmth and opulence has made it a recurring element in both classic and contemporary scent compositions.

In Perfumery

Perfumers employ the cinnamon accord to add warmth, richness, and a spicy-sweet character to fragrances, often as a heart or base note. It is commonly paired with clove, vanilla, amber, and resins in oriental and gourmand perfumes. The accord can also provide contrast in floral or fruity compositions, enhancing depth and complexity.