Spicy

Black cardamom smells like you've just cracked open a charred, smoky spice—imagine the warmth of regular cardamom's sweet, slightly minty green notes, but darkened and deepened as if roasted over smouldering wood. There's a peppery bite underneath, with whispers of camphor and menthol that clear your sinuses, yet it remains distinctly warm rather than sharp. It's the scent of an exotic spice market at dusk, with woodsmoke curling through the air. Less delicate than green cardamom, it feels almost medicinal in its intensity—think of walking into a traditional apothecary where dried botanicals line wooden shelves.

Gourmand

Praliné smells like the warm, buttery heart of toasted hazelnuts and almonds, with honeyed sweetness layered underneath. Imagine biting into a freshly made praline chocolate—that caramelised nuttiness combined with sweet brown sugar, a whisper of vanilla, and creamy richness. It's indulgent without being cloying: more sophisticated patisserie than artificial candy, with a gentle toastiness that recalls warm caramel sauce poured over roasted nuts.