For over a thousand years, the mysterious scent of eternal life has intrigued the senses of travelers visiting the pyramids of ancient Egypt. But now, a new discovery has unearthed evidence of an ancient aroma, which the famous ancient Egyptians believed to be the signature fragrance of eternal life.
Recent archaeological excavations of the famous tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens have revealed what is believed to be one of the oldest known perfumes in history. Inside these tombs, researchers discovered what was believed to be ancient perfume jars, and within them, a unique concoction of tamarind, incense, cinnamon, and myrrh. This aromatic mix is thought to have been the same scent that the Egyptians believed to be an energizing essence of immortality.
The components of this perfume found in the tombs were carefully analyzed and replicated by the Italian perfumers Montecristo. This recreation of the ancient aroma has been modernized to be compatible with today’s tastes, which even includes a scent of fresh citrus to give the fragrance a contemporary edge. The combination of these ingredients creates a powerful and intense scent that is strangely captivating. Its primary notes are of tamarind and myrrh, followed by woody and enduring scents mingled with the sweetness of cinnamon.
The iconic ancient Egyptians used to soak their mummies in the perfume before entombing them in the pyramids, creating a lasting imprint of the afterlife. This spirit has been perfectly captured in the modern version of this timeless fragrance. As a tribute to Ancient Egyptian civilization, Montecristo has named the scent ‘Pyramid of the Pharaohs’.
The aroma of the perfume has been proven to have an uplifting effect on the people that come in contact with it, and many who have tried it described it as being the closest thing to being entwined in the liberating spirit of the pharaohs, even for those of us living in the modern world.
The eternal scent of the pyramids has been resurrected and can now be experienced by anyone that wishes to be whisked away to a place of eternal life and timelessness. With the scent of the pyramid blowing in the wind, it will almost be as if the eternal Egyptians are calling for us all to join in their majestic journey.