Tonka Bean Absolute
(Dipteryx odorata (Aubl.) Willd.)

A velvety, gourmand warmth—vanilla, almond, hay, and tobacco in a single breath.

From the heart of Brazil’s Amazon rainforest comes Tonka Bean Absolute — a rich, naturally sweet extract from sun-cured seeds of Dipteryx odorata, gathered in Pará and Maranhão.

Produced through solvent extraction, this absolute reveals a soft, enveloping aroma of vanilla, almond, warm hay, and delicate tobacco — a note prized in fine perfumery for its ability to add depth, sweetness, and lasting warmth.

This is a pure, undiluted tonka absolute, selected for its smooth, refined profile and ease of use in blending.

Tonka Bean (Dipteryx odorata (Aubl.) Willd.)

A smooth, perfumery-grade tonka absolute — rich in natural coumarin with a soft, sweet warmth of vanilla, almond, and sun-dried hay.

Why you’ll love it

Perfumery-grade quality: Smooth, refined, and easy to work with — ideal for natural fragrance blending.
Warm gourmand depth: Adds vanilla-like sweetness, almond warmth, and soft tobacco undertones.
Natural fixative: Rounds compositions and enhances longevity in perfumes, oils, and candles.
Comforting aroma: Soft, nostalgic, and deeply soothing.

Aroma

Vanilla-like Almond / Marzipan Hay / Coumarin Soft Tobacco Caramel Warmth

Strength: Medium–strong · Perfume note: Heart / Base

How to use

Perfumery: 0.2–4% of concentrate. Adds warmth, sweetness, and depth.
Aromatherapy: Dilute in a carrier oil for a comforting, grounding blend.
Home & body: Ideal for candles, body oils, and balms — use sparingly as it is powerful.

Blends beautifully with

Vanilla Benzoin Sandalwood Cedarwood Patchouli Lavender Orange Coffee Tobacco

Consistency & Temperature Behaviour

Tonka Bean Absolute can naturally vary in consistency depending on temperature and composition.

This batch is a smooth, pourable absolute at typical room temperature, selected for ease of use in perfumery.

When exposed to cooler conditions, it may thicken or become more viscous due to its natural coumarin content. This is a normal characteristic of genuine tonka absolute and does not indicate dilution.

Gentle warming will restore full fluidity if required.

Details

Botanical: Dipteryx odorata (Aubl.) Willd.
Plant part: Seeds (Tonka beans)
Extraction: Solvent extraction (absolute)
Origin: Pará & Maranhão, Brazil
Appearance: Light amber, naturally fluid
Purity: 100% pure, undiluted — no added carriers or synthetics

Safety

For external use only. Always dilute before applying to skin. Avoid during pregnancy or with medical conditions unless advised by a professional. Keep away from children.

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Culture

Tonka beans come from the seeds of the tropical tree Dipteryx odorata, which grows in the forests of northern South America. The dark, wrinkled beans are known for their rich aroma, often described as warm, sweet, and reminiscent of vanilla, almond, and caramel.

In parts of South America and the Caribbean, tonka beans have long been valued for their fragrance and were sometimes carried as small aromatic charms. Their sweet scent made them popular in traditional perfumed preparations and scented objects.

As global trade expanded during the nineteenth century, tonka beans became widely used in European perfumery. Their distinctive aroma helped shape many classic fragrance styles and remains an important ingredient in modern perfume blends.

Today, tonka bean continues to be appreciated for its warm, comforting scent and its long association with natural fragrance traditions.

Tonka bean joins a wider collection of aromatic plants including Violet Leaf, and Blue Lotus, which are valued in natural perfumery.