JASMIN ATTAR

Origin: Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India – the “Perfume Capital of India.”
Type: Natural, traditional Attar (oil-based perfume).
Botanical Name: Jasminum sambac or Jasminum grandiflorum (depending on variety used).
Extraction Method: Hydro-distillation into sandalwood oil base using the age-old deg-bhapka (traditional distillation) method.

Main Ingredients:

Fresh jasmine flowers (locally sourced, often from fields in Kannauj or nearby)
Pure sandalwood oil (as a fixative and base)

Scent Profile
Top Notes: Rich, sweet, and floral
Heart Notes: Warm, exotic jasmine bloom
Base Notes: Soft woody undertone (from sandalwood)
Aroma Quality: Intensely sensual, calming, romantic, and deeply floral. A single drop can last for hours.

Traditional Uses
Perfumery: Worn as a luxury natural perfume.
Aromatherapy: Known to reduce stress, anxiety, and promote emotional wellness.
Religious rituals: Used during puja and other spiritual occasions in India.
Cosmetics: Blended into hair oils or creams for fragrance.

Legacy & Cultural Significance
Jasmine Attar from Kannauj has been handcrafted for centuries, passed down through generations of attar-makers (perfumers).
It is considered a luxury product, especially in Middle Eastern, Indian, and Ayurvedic fragrance traditions.
Often gifted in weddings, festivals, and worn by royalty in ancient times.

✅ GI Tag
Part of the Kannauj Perfume family, which received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2013.