Character
The Story of Laotian Cinnamon Orpur
Laotian cinnamon Orpur captures the fiery warmth of Southeast Asian forests. Givaudan's responsible sourcing program brings you this premium bark essential oil, harvested from ancient cinnamon trees cultivated in Laos. The result: a complex, multi-layered spice that transforms fragrance compositions with intoxicating depth and lingering heat.
Heritage
Cinnamon has traded across continents for over 4,000 years. Ancient Egyptian texts mention it; Phoenician merchants carried it along Mediterranean routes. The Roman Empire prized it so highly that Nero reportedly burned an entire year's supply at his mistress Poppaea's funeral. For centuries, European demand fueled dangerous spice routes, with Laotian cinnamon eventually becoming prized for its sweeter, more refined character compared to cassia varieties from China. Southeast Asian cultures incorporated cinnamon into ceremonial rites, traditional medicine, and preserving foods long before perfumery adopted it. French colonial influence in Indochina brought new cultivation techniques to the region, establishing Laos as a source for premium-grade bark.
At a Glance
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Laos
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Ingredient Details
Steam distillation
Bark
Did You Know
"Cinnamon trees can live for over 100 years, and the bark regenerates after harvesting, making it a remarkably renewable resource."