Gourmand

Cashew

Note Profile

Natural 1 perfume

Scent Profile

Cashew in perfumery presents a creamy, nutty aroma with subtle buttery and sweet undertones. It can evoke facets of warm milk, soft woods, and a gentle roasted nuance that lingers as it dries down. The scent is gourmand yet restrained, lacking the overt sweetness of some other nut accords.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 0%

Green 0%

Sweet 50%

Warm 15%

Woody 0%

Earthy 15%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 0%

Origin

Cashew notes are typically recreated using aroma molecules and accords, as direct extraction from the nut is not feasible for perfumery. Perfumers blend lactonic, nutty, and woody synthetics to mimic the characteristic scent of cashew.

Usage in Perfumery

Cashew is used primarily in heart or base notes to impart a creamy, edible warmth and to enrich gourmand, woody, or oriental compositions. It blends well with vanilla, sandalwood, praline, and soft florals, adding depth and a subtle, comforting richness.