Night Queen Absolute - Cestrum Nocturnum | Perfumery Grade

Part of our Professional Perfumers Range — curated for the discerning natural perfumer seeking exceptional depth and rarity.

Night Queen Absolute — Cestrum Nocturnum

An extraordinarily opulent floral absolute sourced from the captivating blossoms of Cestrum nocturnum, widely celebrated across the Indian subcontinent as Raat Ki Rani — the Queen of the Night. This mesmerising bloom releases its most potent and seductive fragrance after dusk, lending an air of mystery and allure prized by artisan perfumers worldwide.

Carefully obtained through traditional solvent extraction of freshly harvested flowers in the historic perfumery heartland of Kannauj, India, this absolute delivers an uncommonly rich, heady, and sensuous aroma that faithfully preserves the intoxicating character of the living blossom.

Olfactory Character

Opening: Verdant, dewy floral freshness
Heart: Lush, honeyed, narcotic white floral intensity
Dry Down: Warm, subtly spiced, exotic warmth with lingering depth

Technical Specifications

Botanical Name: Cestrum nocturnum
Common Names: Night Queen, Raat Ki Rani, Queen of the Night
Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction
Plant Part Used: Fresh Flowers
Country of Origin: India (Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh)
Appearance: Viscous golden-yellow to amber liquid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and carrier oils
Shelf Life: 24 months from date of manufacture
Compliance: IFRA compliant, Vegan, Cruelty-free

Notable Constituents

Benzyl acetate (15–25%), Methyl anthranilate (10–18%), Indole (2–6%), Linalool (3–6%), Eugenol (1–3%)

Perfumery Applications

This extraordinary absolute excels as a voluptuous floral heart in oriental, white floral, and exotic compositions. It pairs beautifully with sandalwood, jasmine, tuberose, ylang ylang, oud, and amber accords. Ideal for creating mysterious nocturnal fragrances, opulent attars, and bespoke luxury blends. Also valued in aromatherapy for its calming, stress-relieving properties, and in meditation or spiritual blending for promoting tranquillity and inner focus.

Packaging

1ml sample in clear flint glass, 5ml/10ml/30ml in amber glass, all with inbuilt droppers and tamper evident caps.

Safety Information

External use only. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas. Not suitable for use on babies, children, or broken skin. Avoid use during pregnancy or whilst nursing. Always dilute properly and perform a patch test before first use.

Sample Policy

We recommend purchasing a 1ml sample first before committing to larger quantities. Please note that no refunds can be offered on opened items.

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