The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Holy Hemp by Aether Arts Perfume was launched in 2015 by perfumer Amber Jobin, who built the composition around the green, leafy side of cannabis rather than a heavy, hazy treatment of it. Tulsi and Holy Basil set the herbaceous scene, lending the arrangement a pointed, anise-like lift. Galbanum pushes the greenery further with a resinous edge, while Curry Tree adds a bright, culinary heat that keeps the herbs active. Ylang-Ylang brings a floral note into the frame, giving the composition a soft center beneath its aromatic opening, and Gurjan Balsam lays down a gentle woody base that gives the whole composition its sense of balance.
The unusual part is how cannabis greenery meets familiar aromatic materials without becoming muddled. Tulsi contributes a pointed anise-like character, Galbanum adds a cool resinous bite, and Curry Tree introduces a culinary spice accord that keeps the green heart active. Ylang-Ylang softens the arrangement into a warm floral glow, while Gurjan Balsam creates a soft, woody resting place that feels quietly polished. Together the notes move in layers, each one sharpening or softening what comes before it rather than competing for attention.
The evolution
The opening arrives with a brisk herbal snap, green foliage and the anise-like lift of Tulsi close together. Curry Tree and Galbanum deepen that brightness, adding resin and culinary heat, while Ylang-Ylang introduces a floral note that softens the composition without making it sweet. As the opening recedes, Gurjan Balsam becomes the anchor, leaving a smooth woody trail with a faint incense-like quality. The progression moves from vivid leaves toward warm wood, the green notes giving way gradually as the balsam and floral facets linger in the background.
Cultural impact
Holy Hemp by Aether Arts Perfume, launched in 2015, is a greeny-green composition built around the fresh plant rather than a smoke-heavy reading of cannabis. The perfumer's own description of it as one bright green perfume captures the intent behind the blend, which pairs cannabis greenery with Tulsi, Holy Basil, Galbanum, Curry Tree, Ylang-Ylang, and Gurjan Balsam. For anyone curious about how plant character can shape an aromatic composition, this is a distinctive example worth examining closely.
The House
Aether Arts PerfumeAether Arts Perfume is a Boulder, Colorado atelier that treats scent as a visual medium. Founder Amber Jobin translates moments, places and artistic concepts into limited‑run oils and sprays. Each release carries a distinct narrative, from the desert‑inspired Black Rock City to the ceremonial cacao of Mayan Chocolate. The brand’s catalogue reads like a curated exhibition, inviting collectors to experience fragrance as a portable artwork.
The Creator
Amber JobinAmber favors a minimalist compositional approach, building each fragrance around a single, bold focal note that anchors the composition. She often selects marine or mineral accords to echo her coastal roots, then layers them with unexpected botanical or gourmand touches that r…
