Scent AlmanacSpiced Chai Latte
A mug of milky chai with cardamom and ginger on a rainy afternoon.
Vanilla and tonka will turn soap brown — tan-and-cream layers suit the chai theme.
Scale it
| Scent | Note | % | Grams | ≈ Drops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chai | middle | 41.2 | 12.4 | 275 |
| Mandarin | top | 23.5 | 7.1 | 157 |
| Vanilla | base | 11.8 | 3.5 | 78 |
| Tonka Bean | base | 11.8 | 3.5 | 78 |
| Cardamom | middle | 5.9 | 1.8 | 39 |
| Ginger | middle | 5.9 | 1.8 | 39 |
Weigh fragrance for anything over a few grams. Drops assume about 20 per ml, and droppers vary a lot.
For candles, the usual rate is 6–10% of wax weight.
Structure
A classic starting balance is about 25% top, 50% middle and 25% base.
Harmony
67%
The share of pairs in this blend that are known to go well together.
Where it works
CandlesWorkable
Limited by Mandarin.
Wax meltsWorkable
Limited by Mandarin.
Reed diffuserWorkable
Limited by Chai.
Room & linen sprayWorkable
Limited by Tonka Bean.
Electric (water) diffuserAvoid
Limited by Chai.
Cold-process soapWorkable
Limited by Mandarin.
Melt-and-pour soapGood
Laundry & cleaningWorkable
Limited by Mandarin.
Cautions for candles
- Oxidizes with age — old oil is more likely to sensitize; store cool and dark (Mandarin)
- Caution around pets (especially cats and birds) — don't diffuse in their space (Mandarin)
- Fades quickly — weak in cold-process soap or at hot throw (Mandarin)
- IFRA-restricted material — use the supplier's certificate limits (Tonka Bean)