ATTAR KAMAL (Pur) - PL-1100IB

Attar Kamal – Pink Lotus Attar (Hydro-Distilled)

Traditional Co-Distillation with Sandalwood Oil
Origin of Flowers: North East India
Processing: Kannauj, India
Availability: Seasonal (Monsoon)

Overview

Attar Kamal is a traditional Indian attar prepared by hydro-distillation of Pink Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) flowers into pure sandalwood oil. Unlike solvent-extracted lotus absolutes, this method is amount imparting the profile of a natural ingredient onto a base ingredient such as Sandalwood Oil, Carrier Oils/Solvents. The resulting attar carries a delicate, aquatic-floral aroma with subtle earthy, powdery undertones—ideal for applications requiring natural complexity with a soft profile.

About the Raw Material:

• Plant Part Used: Pink Lotus Flower with Stems that are not damaged or withered. The team we work with believe that the stems have a unique character that helps in bringing the naturalness of the final product.

• Harvesting: Flowers are sourced from the North Eastern regions of India during the monsoon season and transported to Kannauj in ice boxes to retain freshness. The flowers are checked for quality & freshness before it gets hydro distilled.

Distillation Process

This attar is produced using traditional deg-bhapka hydro-distillation, a standardized traditional method of distillation practised in and around the regions of Kannauj. The process to make this attar involves layering Pink Lotus flowers in a copper deg (vessel) and distilling them into ~3 kg of sandalwood oil. The process is gradual, using 10–20 kg of lotus in increasing quantity over multiple charges.

• Number of Distillation Cycles: 15–20 distillation cycles is required onto the same carrier to achieve the desired lotus profile.

• Flexibility: The method allows artisans to adjust the floral intensity and balance batch-wise, especially valuable when working with limited or variable-quality raw material.

• Yield: Low, but aromatically rich.

Appearance & Aroma

• Color: Amber to light brown

• Aroma Profile:

  • Top: Soft, watery floral

  • Heart: Delicate lotus with green, earthy facets

  • Base: Creamy sandalwood with gentle floral resonance

Primary Uses

• Artisanal Perfumery: As a background floral note to introduce calm, aquatic freshness. Useful in compositions aiming for elegance and royalty.

• Cosmetics: Adds a gentle, natural fragrance to high-performance skincare formulations; It is known for its calming and cooling character.

• Aromatherapy: Promotes relaxation, emotional balance, and subtle romantic ambiance.

• Fine Fragrance Enhancer: At 5–10 grams per kilogram, it can introduce a natural lotus nuance in blends.

Quality (QC):

• Choosing the right partner: We work with experienced artisans for not only for ensuring aromatic quality and consistency—but also for maintaining transparency and technical control across batches.

• Analytical Validation & Technical Specifications: If you are a lab, distiller, or expert with capabilities in establishing technical parameters for this product, please do get in touch.

Note on Solvent Extracted Lotus

For applications requiring stronger top notes, solvent-extracted Pink Lotus absolute is preferred. It is primarily suited for alcohol-based perfumery and offers a more concentrated aromatic profile.