Smoky & Earthy

Sulphur smells distinctly acrid and sharp—imagine striking a match and catching that initial burnt, mineral sting before the wood smoke takes over. There's a pungent, slightly medicinal quality, reminiscent of gunpowder or the air near a volcanic hot spring. It's antiseptic and almost metallic, with an underlying smokiness that feels edgy and confrontational rather than cosy. Most people find it challenging on first encounter—it's not pretty, but intensely present and difficult to ignore.

Gourmand

Vanilla smells like warmth wrapped in sweetness—imagine the comforting aroma of freshly baked vanilla sponge cake, or a warm bowl of vanilla custard on a winter's evening. It's creamy and soft, almost edible, with subtle woody undertones and a hint of spice that recalls cloves or nutmeg. Pure vanilla is surprisingly complex: it's not aggressively sweet, but rather enveloping, like condensed caramel with a touch of earthy depth. It smells like indulgence and safety simultaneously.