CEPES (MUSHROOM) | Absolute

Pure Boletus Edulis absolute.

*This is an absolute for perfumery and is not meant to be ingested or taken internally. Absolutes should be diluted before being applied to the skin.

Cepes Absolute, extracted from the Boletus edulis mushroom, is a remarkably complex and unconventional natural material prized for its deeply earthy, umami-rich aroma. Its scent evokes the damp, loamy depths of the forest floor—moist earth, decaying leaves, and the whisper of mycelium weaving through ancient roots. A hint of smoky woods and aged leather lingers in the background, adding depth and intrigue.

Used extremely sparingly in natural perfumery, this absolute lends a dark, velvety richness to compositions, enhancing the woody, mossy, and leathery facets of a fragrance or contrasting and elevating floral notes. It is particularly valued in chypre, forest-fougère, dark floral, and rich gourmand formulations, where its savoury warmth adds an enigmatic, almost feral quality.

ASPECTS: rich earthy · damp · agrestic · dark · fungal
APPEARANCE: dark brown, viscous liquid
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: France
PLANT PART: whole mushroom

Presented in a 5ml or 15ml black glass bottle with a euro dropper top that may have to be removed depending on the viscosity of the item selected. Please note that essential oils and absolutes vary widely in thickness and consistency.