what does tonka bean smell like

Tonka bean is a warm, intoxicating scent that is often compared to vanilla. It has a complex and sweet aroma that can be described as a mix of sweet, spicy, nutty, herbaceous, and woody. The scent of tonka bean is multifaceted, with notes of vanilla, tobacco, gourmand, almond, woody, gingerbread, and pistachio. Tonka bean has a more neutral tone than vanilla, with a nutty aroma similar to cinnamon and a subtle nuance of spices like nutmeg, toasted almonds, and earthy woodsy scents. It also has a slight accent of amarena cherries, like those found in an Old-Fashioned cocktail. Tonka bean is often used as a base note in perfumes and candles. The essence of tonka bean is derived from coumarin, which gives it its sweet odor resembling that of vanilla. Coumarin also gives off a warm, gourmand scent, with accents of hay, tobacco, and pistachio.