Mix together:
- 2 oz jasmine essence
- 1 1/2 drams patchouli extract
- 1/2 oz orange flower essence
- 1/2 oz vanilla tincture
- 1/2 oz civet tincture
- 2 drams rose essence
- 2 drams clove oil
- 2 drams benzoin tincture
Middle notes: clove, jasmine, rose
Base notes: benzoin, civet, vanilla, patchouli, tolu, ambergris, vetiver
Perfumer's Recipe Sheet for "Egyptian Lotus" (1 oz / 30 mL)
Ingredients for 1 ounce (30 mL) of perfume:
- Jasmine essence: 13.47 mL
- Patchouli extract: 1.26 mL
- Orange flower essence: 3.37 mL
- Vanilla tincture: 3.37 mL
- Civet tincture: 3.37 mL
- Rose essence: 1.68 mL
- Clove oil: 1.68 mL
- Benzoin tincture: 1.68 mL
Directions for Preparing the Perfume:
Combine Floral and Base Notes:
Mix the Jasmine essence, Orange flower essence, and Rose essence in a clean glass container. These essences will form the floral heart of the perfume.
Add the Exotic and Earthy Notes:
Add Patchouli extract, Vanilla tincture, and Civet tincture to the mixture. These ingredients will introduce depth, warmth, and complexity to the fragrance.
Incorporate the Spices and Resins:
Add Clove oil and Benzoin tincture. The clove oil will contribute a spicy, aromatic edge, while the benzoin tincture will offer a resinous sweetness and a balsamic note.
Maceration:
Let the mixture macerate in a well-sealed glass container for 7-14 days, shaking occasionally. This will allow the ingredients to blend and develop fully.
Filter:
If necessary, strain the perfume through a fine mesh or cheesecloth to remove any sediment or undissolved materials.
Bottle:
Transfer the perfume into a 1-ounce (30 mL) glass perfume bottle.
Versions:
Extrait (Concentrated) Version:
This version uses the above recipe as-is. Extraits are typically more concentrated, with a higher ratio of essential oils.
Eau de Parfum (EDP) Version:
To dilute: Reduce the amount of perfume base (Extrait) by 20-30% and add high-proof alcohol (around 60-70%) to the desired strength. The final volume of the perfume should still total 30 mL. You may also adjust based on the desired scent intensity.
Oil-based Version:
To make an oil-based perfume: Replace the alcohol with a carrier oil such as jojoba oil, fractionated coconut oil, or grape seed oil. The base formula (Extrait) remains the same, but mix it with the carrier oil in a 1:2 ratio (1 part perfume base, 2 parts carrier oil) for a smooth, oil-based fragrance.
Egyptian Lotus Extract
- Essence of jasmine fl oz 8 1/4
- Essence of rose fl dram 3 1/4
- Tincture of vanilla fl oz 2
- Tincture of civet fl oz 2 1/2
- Tincture of benzoin fl dram 5
- Spirit of neroli fl dram 7
- Spirit of cloves fl dram 3 1/2
- Spirit of patchouly fl dram 1
- Oil of rose drop 1
- Alcohol fl oz 6 1/2
