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What does tonka bean smell like? Spritz these perfumes and find out!

The image displays a close-up of dried tonka beans, scattered on a dark textured surface. A small, ornate silver spoon holds several of the wrinkled, oblong beans, with more beans resting around it. The dark, rich tones of the beans contrast against the smooth black background, highlighting their natural, rustic appearance. The focus on the spoon and beans creates an elegant yet earthy visual appeal.

Tonka bean’s aroma is like a gift from the gods; it smells like hints of clove and licorice mixing with warm vanilla and touches of magnolia. Add some nutty almond aromas, caramel, hints of woods…and voila, you get the idea of what tonka bean smells like. 

A tonka bean looks like a longer coffee bean, and…you guessed it, its tempting food-like aromas make it a staple in gourmand fragrances, blending seamlessly with other decadent notes like chocolate, caramel, praline, and vanilla. 

What does tonka bean smell like? One hypnotic whiff of these perfumes and you’ll know 

While tonka bean’s decadent gourmand aromas are somewhat mysterious, these tonka bean perfumes will give you an instant taste of what this enigmatic perfume ingredient is all about.

1. Maison 21G Terrific Tonka EDP 

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Maison 21G Terrific Tonka EDP is best described as an ode to the tonka bean. This magnificent fragrance honors the unique qualities of this perfume ingredient and reveals the many facets of its aromas. One spritz of Terrific Tonka EDP, and you will smell the nutty aromas of tonka bean reminiscent of hazelnut, mixing with tempting vanilla. The scent is so bewitching it may just cast a spell on anyone who smells it. So, let the olfactive wizards do their work and allow the aromas to take you away…and give you an instant answer to: “What does tonka bean smell like?”. Try Maison 21G Terrific Tonka EDP NOW!

2. Montale Arabians Tonka EDP 

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One whiff of Montale Arabians Tonka EDP and you will have the answer to “What does tonka bean smell like?”. The scent celebrates the exotic qualities of tonka bean by pairing it with more decadent aromas like oud, amber, and rose. The unisex scent has an audacious character that will instantly boost your confidence levels. Try Montale Arabians Tonka EDP NOW!

3. Shay & Blue Tonka Angelica EDP 

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Shay & Blue Tonka Angelica EDP tells a story of angels and demons that mix the heavenly notes of angelica with the sensuous and devilish aromas of osmanthus. In the base, tonka bean shines and creates the perfect balance by fusing with decadent almond and vanilla to ensure a celestial and otherworldly escape. Try Shay & Blue Tonka Angelica EDP NOW!

4. Prada Candy Night EDP 

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The original Prada Candy EDP took the perfume world by storm with its simple yet ultra-tempting ingredients of caramel, benzoin, and musk. The masterminds at Prada rightfully wondered what would happen if they created a version with more florals and a heavy dose of tonka bean. The answer, is of course, “heaven” in the form of Prada Candy Night EDP. Inhale the tempting aromas like rich cocoa, patchouli, tonka bean, and vanilla, and get your answer to “What does tonka bean smell like?”. Try Prada Candy Night EDP NOW!

5. Goutal Paris Nuit Et Confidences EDP 

Experience the perfect blend of oriental aromas in Goutal Paris Nuit Et Confidences EDP. The alluring scent fuses tonka bean with incense and white florals that dry down into warming vanilla and white musk. This scent will allow you to experience what tonka bean smells like when mixed with sweet notes like vanilla and dreamy amber. Try Goutal Paris Nuit Et Confidences EDP NOW!

6. MA|LO Wizard EDP

Put your “What does tonka bean smell like?” questions to bed with MA|LO Wizard EDP. The scent allows you to experience the magical powers of scent firsthand with the bewitching blend of tonka bean with suede, strawberries, and orange blossom. The alluring result is pure magic; trust us! Try MA|LO Wizard EDP NOW!

7. Confessions Of A Rebel Let’s Be Real EDP 

Confessions Of A Rebel Let’s Be Real EDP immediately gets your attention with a provocative blend of jasmine, tuberose, and, of course, tonka bean. As if this is not decadent enough, the drydown of crystallized musk, vanilla bean, and cashmere woods ensures your senses are engaged. This fragrance is anything but shy, and you will immediately get the idea of what tonka bean smells like after one whiff. Try Confessions Of A Rebel Let’s Be Real EDP NOW!

8. Floral Street Sweet Almond Blossom EDP 

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Once you know what tonka bean smells like, it makes sense why Floral Street Sweet Almond Blossom EDP is so appealing to the senses. The delectable scent enhances its almond blossom accord by blending it with balmy tonka bean, vanilla, and sandalwood in the base. The warming base allows the other notes, like juicy passionfruit and pomelo, to truly shine. If you want to know “what does tonka bean smell like?” when infused with almond blossom, this scent will tell you! Floral Street Sweet Almond Blossom EDP

9. La Vanila Pure Vanilla EDP 

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It doesn’t get more gourmand than this! La Vanila Pure Vanilla EDP is a natural perfume lover’s dream come true. The scent smells good enough to eat with its natural Madagascar vanilla blending with velvety tonka bean and heliotrope. This alluring scent will give you a taste of what tonka bean smells like when mixed with vanilla…hint, you’ll love it! Try La Vanila Pure Vanilla EDP NOW!

10. Commodity Milk Expressive EDP 

The aromas of comforting milk are balanced with rich tonka bean in Commodity Milk Expressive EDP. This unique scent fuses the main milk accord with alluring aromas that add new warmth to milk. Expect to smell notes of marshmallow, mahogany, and, of course, tonka bean in this unforgettable fragrance. You will love their take on tonka bean, which gives a unique twist on what tonka bean smells like. Try Commodity Milk Expressive EDP NOW!

11. Shay & Blue Salt Caramel EDP

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Few things can be better than salted caramel whisked with tonka bean, and Shay & Blue Salt Caramel EDP is exactly that! The scent takes decadent notes of caramel and blends it with sandalwood, Caribbean tonka bean, and sprinkles of sea salt. This scent gives you a definitive answer to “what does tonka bean smell like?” — but be warned, it quickly becomes addictive! Try Shay & Blue Salt Caramel EDP NOW!


Now that you have the answer to “what does tonka bean smell like?” get more perfume inspiration from our blogs. Discover pistachio scents, sweet perfumes, peach fragrances, spicy perfumes, clean scents, and cherry blossom fragrances.

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Mariska Van Rooyen

Mariska is a lifestyle writer who was always on the scent of something new…until she discovered writing about perfumes.

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