Warm Sandalwood

Sandalwood has been prized for over four millennia, appearing in ancient Egyptian embalming recipes and Indian sacred rites as early as 700 BC. Texts from the Vedic period describe sandalwood paste used in meditation and as a symbol of purity. By the 2nd century CE, traders carried sandalwood along the Silk Road, introducing its creamy aroma to Chinese courts. In the 16th century, European explorers documented sandalwood in the Indonesian archipelago, sparking a global demand that led to the establishment of plantations in Australia and Hawaii. The British colonial era saw sandalwood become a major export from Mysore, where the British East India Company regulated its trade. Today, sandalwood remains a cornerstone of perfumery, valued for its lasting presence and its ability to smooth sharp notes in a composition.