Cascarilla

Cascarilla is a fragrant bark derived from a small tree native to the Caribbean. It has a warm, slightly bitter, and subtly spicy aroma with hints of citrus and camphor. The bark is traditionally used in incense and as a flavoring agent.

Fragrances featuring cascarilla tend to evoke a sense of warmth, comfort, and introspection. The slightly bitter and medicinal facets of the note can also lend an air of sophistication. Cascarilla-based scents are well-suited for cooler weather and more formal occasions, though they can also work well as everyday fragrances for those who appreciate a more complex, earthy aroma.

Cascarilla is commonly used as a base note in fragrances, providing a warm, woody, and slightly medicinal undertone. It is often paired with citrus, spicy, or floral notes to create a complex, earthy scent profile. Cascarilla is found in some classic men's colognes and is also used in certain incense-inspired perfumes.