Finding the woody warmth of Bourbon vanilla
By Brenda · Published on · Updated on · 3 min read
In Nosy Be, I tried to capture the scent of the pod in a candle. Here are the materials I chose and my workshop observations.
Candles are coming to the shop soon. I will tell you which models are available.
From melted wax to scent in the room
I like watching the wax melt and gradually smelling vanilla in the room. My trials combined beeswax, coconut oil and a cotton wick.
Returning to the scent of the pod
In Madagascar Bourbon vanilla, I find warmth, woody notes and a hint of spice. My small batches seek that unmistakable pod scent.
Taking time to smell the vanilla
In my trials, the scent takes a few minutes to settle. This perception varies with the room, air and burning time.
- Observed: the scent gradually develops in my trials.
- Desired scent trail: a clear presence that keeps vanilla in the foreground.
How to use it
- First lighting: let the wax melt to the edge (approximately 1–2 h) to avoid tunnelling.
- Trim the wick to 5–7 mm before each use: a steady flame and minimal smoke.
- Avoid draughts; place the candle at nose height.
The candle in these trials combined beeswax, coconut oil and Bourbon vanilla extract. This earlier item is no longer in the current catalogue. Candeur candles are coming to the shop soon; the vanilla–cinnamon combination remains a project to explore.
From my trials to your choice
This story describes my trials in Nosy Be.
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