Gourmand

Loukhoum

Note Profile

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Also Known As

Turkish Delight

About

Loukhoum as a fragrance note captures the scent of Turkish delight, blending soft, sugary, and powdery facets with hints of rose and sweet almond. It creates a comforting, indulgent aroma that is both floral and gourmand, often evoking memories of traditional Middle Eastern confections.

Scent Profile

Loukhoum as a fragrance note evokes the aroma of Turkish delight, featuring a blend of soft powdered sugar, delicate rose, and sweet almond. It has a creamy, confectionery quality with subtle floral undertones and a gentle, lingering sweetness. The scent evolves from a bright, sugary opening to a mellow, comforting finish reminiscent of traditional Middle Eastern sweets.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeBase · ~20h lasting

Family Floral, Sweet & Gourmand

Read off the wheel, not a label applied to the note.

What this is made of

Loukhoum names no single substance

Reconstructed

Turkish delight - rose, honey and almond as a confection.

How the layers join

Origin

This note is an accord created by perfumers to replicate the scent of loukhoum, rather than being extracted from a single natural source. It is typically composed using a combination of rose absolute or rose oil, almond or heliotropin, vanilla, and musk materials to mimic the confection's characteristic aroma. The accord is inspired by the ingredients and olfactory profile of authentic Turkish delight.

Usage in Perfumery

Loukhoum is most often used as a heart or base note in gourmand and oriental fragrances, providing a soft, edible sweetness and floral nuance. It blends well with rose, vanilla, musk, almond, and powdery notes, and is sometimes paired with spices or woods for added complexity. Perfumers use it to evoke comfort, nostalgia, and indulgence in fragrance compositions.