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Vetiver Essential Oil (JAVA)
Adam Michael has this to say “Smelling this Vetiver Java Essential Oil, on the strip or from the bottle, the aroma is warm clay, baked earth, red soil, with subtle dirty barnyard vibes. More of the same at the start of the heart before strong candied peppermint-chocolate nuances start to appear. The fresh menthol aspects are also found in the base notes along with weed like green notes.
Now you may think none of the above sounds overly thrilling and I would agree. If all I got from this material was what I found within the strip and bottle evaluation I would not be too fussed about this material, rating it a 6 out of 10. BUT, and it’s a huge mammoth proportions type of “but”, …… applied to the skin, this young Javanese material does a Clark Kent, changes out of the office clothes, puts on a cape, turns into Superman and soars into the clouds and inspires us all.
Crazy, hype, nonsense I hear you say, but no, it is true. And here is why, applied to the skin, this specific batch of Javanese vetiver essential oil is something that would make you think you where smelling the super pricey vetiver Heart. So diffusive, warm, dry, leather, baked earth, precious woods galore, cedar overtones, musk and sexy green qualities, this is as masculine as an aroma gets, a perfume in its own right.
If you want to create something smouldering, something with a real raw primitive sex appeal in the base, then look no further, seriously, this is that material. Of course this material is also a must for developing moss notes, making heavy Oriental inspired scents, works wonders when building fantasy themed rose bases, pairs especially well with nagarmotha, is a must regarding oud recreations, generally offers great fixative value and is just a great material. But remember, it only turns into Superman when you apply it to your skin.”
We have now created our own vetiver collection page.
Botanical Name: Vetiveria zizanioides
Origin: Java
Wholesale weights (all prices excluding vat): 100G = 90 Euros. 250G = 200 Euros.
5 reviews for Vetiver Essential Oil (JAVA)
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Aleksey P (verified owner) –
It took me a long time to properly appreciate this unusual oil.
The aroma of this oil is very complex, variable, multi-layered. It has dry woody and earthy notes, leather and mint nuances, hints of nuts, coffee and dark chocolate. If we talk about sweet notes (which, in my opinion, are few), they are more reminiscent of dried prunes. The green notes are reminiscent of Ruh Khus, woody – Himalayan cedar. It also has musky and peppery notes, and, I think, tints of maple syrup.
Javanese Vetiver will be a great addition to any perfume collection!
john2 (verified owner) –
Currently this is my favourite Vetiver, at least for the combinations Im using it in. I agree totally with the description, in that it will probably be most use to most people in masculine fragrances or products. However do not underestimate its incredible usefulness in unisex fragrances or those for women. For instance, in tiny amounts this Java vetivert combined mainly with Labdanum S.P, Jasmine Abs and Sambac, Ylang Ylang Absolute and Neroli smells absolutely incredible on my wife.
Theresa G (verified owner) –
I just can’t get enough of these Vetivers. I hope to own the entire Hermitage collections of these one day as they are just stunning. Tbh, I’m not a huge chocolate fan, but the chocolate notes in here that lace around old smelling leather and woods create an oil that feels almost opulent and indulgingly rich. Very much what I see an old school distinguished gentlemen’s fragrance to smell like…but now it’s the new school distinguished unisex perfume bc as a woman I’m quite taken with it and will most definitely be wearing it this winter <3
Also john2, thanks for sharing some more ideas for what to pair with this! I was definitely thinking of trying this with some jasmine but will give ylang ylang and neroli a shot too and see how it goes! <3
Luca B (verified owner) –
stunning, deep and intoxicating
Robert E (verified owner) –
Hermitage Oils’ Java Vetiver isn’t merely an essential oil; it’s an experience that demands to be lived on the skin. From the bottle, the initial impression is intriguing, a melange of warm clay, baked earth, and hints of a *subtle* barnyard that, admittedly, might not set the heart racing. But to judge this oil solely on its initial whiff is akin to dismissing a chrysalis before witnessing the butterfly emerge. As Adam Michael so eloquently states, “applied to the skin, this young Javanese material does a Clark Kent, changes out of the office clothes, puts on a cape, turns into Superman and soars into the clouds and inspires us all.”
It’s upon application to the skin that this Java Vetiver truly transforms, shedding its humble exterior to reveal a captivating smoky, smoldering soul. Suddenly, the baked earth deepens, resonating with the warmth of mesquite embers, their ghostly wisps mingling with the scent of sun-baked clay. The red soil now carries the echo of a long-dead fire, lending a primal, almost ancestral quality to the aroma.
The subtle barnyard facets now whisper of leather, not the polished sheen of a saddle, but the rugged, worn hide of a cowboy’s chaps after a long day on the range. Hints of tobacco meld with the smoky mesquite, conjuring images of a solitary figure seated around a crackling campfire, gazing out at the vast, starlit plains.
And then there’s the chocolate. I am not traditionally a gourmand fragrance aficionado, but the chocolate here is something else entirely. It’s not the sugary sweetness of milk chocolate, but rather the deep, almost bitter aroma of dark chocolate, laced with candied peppermint notes. It’s a surprising twist that adds depth and complexity to the smoky, earthy core, creating a truly captivating fragrance. As Theresa G noted, these chocolate notes “lace around old smelling leather and woods create an oil that feels almost opulent and indulgingly rich.” It’s what I imagine an old-school distinguished gentlemen’s fragrance smells like and it works so well!
This Vetiver possesses “a real raw primitive sex appeal in the base,” as Michael points out. It is masculine and intoxicating. This is supported by a reviewer that says that it has hints of nuts, coffee, and dark chocolate. All of these aspects blend in and makes it so special.
What’s truly remarkable about this Java Vetiver is its impressive sillage. For a solid two hours after application, it projects a rich, complex aroma that fills the space around you. This isn’t a shy, close-to-the-skin scent; it’s a bold statement that demands attention. The smoky mesquite and dark chocolate notes intertwine, creating an alluring trail that lingers in the air, inviting those around you to lean in closer. It’s a fragrance that makes its presence known without being overwhelming, striking that perfect balance between impact and subtlety.
Compared to other vetivers I’ve encountered, this Java Vetiver from Hermitage Oils possesses a unique intensity. It doesn’t offer the clean, grassy elegance of a Haitian vetiver or the refined earthiness of an Indian vetiver. Instead, it embraces its ruggedness, its smoky, mesquite-laden, dark chocolate heart, to create a fragrance that is as captivating as it is unconventional. It’s not to be missed!