Discover the traditional art of natural attar making in Kannauj, one of India’s historic centres of traditional perfumery. Natural attars are crafted using botanical ingredients such as roses, jasmine, vetiver, sandalwood and other fragrant materials, which are processed through traditional distillation techniques.
At the heart of Kannauj attar making is the traditional Deg & Bhapka method, where natural aromatic materials are carefully distilled with water and their fragrance is captured in a natural base. The process requires patience, experience and an understanding of each botanical material.
From selecting raw ingredients to distillation and fragrance development, every stage contributes to the character of an authentic Indian attar. Explore the heritage, craftsmanship and traditional techniques behind natural attars from Kannauj, and discover why this centuries-old fragrance tradition continues to inspire perfumery today.