This particular batch embodies everything that we had hoped for, right down to its stunning greenish-gold to golden-brown color.
The Aglaia Flower Absolute from Thailand is a rare gem in the world of perfumery, with a succulent fruity side that stands between the notes of peaches and pears. Its ethereal sweet floral and green tea notes have the power to embellish natural and high-end perfumes. However, it is essential to note that the undiluted aroma can be quite strong, and without a harmonious fixative, Aglaia can be fleeting. Agarwood (Oud) or Tonka Bean blend well with Aglaia and are excellent fixatives.
If you are looking to add fruity, floral, and green tea notes to your Oriental bouquets, this absolute should not be missed! You may find that the floral-fruity aroma shares some similarities with Osmanthus, but Aglaia should not be considered a substitute for premium quality Osmanthus Absolute. The best way to distinguish between Aglaia and Osmanthus is the faint citrusy back note in Aglaia.
Aglaia is an ornamental bush that thrives outdoors in tropical regions throughout SE Asia in Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos. It can be grown in pots indoors or in the garden. The tiny Aglaia flowers, which are about 2 mm (rice-sized), are not particularly noticeable during the night, but during the day, they pack a robust aroma. Despite its name, the actual flowers do not open, and instead, they are tiny fragrant balls. Due to their incredibly small size, it takes tons of them to produce just one kilogram of absolute. Therefore, the cost of Aglaia is directly related to the amount of tiny flowers required. The resilient smell of Aglaia has earned it the common name "perfume plant" for good reason.
Although there are no documented aromatherapy uses of Aglaia odorata, we find that its uplifting aroma brings a feeling of happiness, peacefulness, and emotional calmness.
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