Fragrance is one of the oldest forms of art known to humankind — and Attar, or Ittar, stands at its heart. Long before modern perfumes were born, natural attars were crafted using flowers, herbs, woods, and resins through ancient distillation methods.
At Orpers, we celebrate this royal tradition — combining heritage with modern craftsmanship to create scents that are pure, powerful, and unforgettable. But have you ever wondered how attar is made? Let’s take you behind the scenes of this centuries-old art.
1. What Is Attar?
Attar is a natural, alcohol-free perfume oil made through the steam distillation of botanical materials such as flowers, herbs, woods, and spices.
Unlike synthetic perfumes, attars are 100% natural and age beautifully over time — becoming deeper, richer, and more refined with every passing year.
Attars are especially loved in India, the Middle East, and Arabia, and are known for their luxurious depth, warmth, and longevity.
2. The Traditional Process of Making Attar
Making attar is an art that demands patience, precision, and passion. The process — called hydro-distillation or Deg-Bhapka method — has been used in Kannauj (the “Perfume Capital of India”) for centuries.
Here’s how it works:
Step 1: Selecting the Ingredients
Natural flowers (like rose, jasmine, or kewra), herbs, or woods (like sandalwood or oud) are carefully chosen.
Only fresh, pure, and high-quality materials are used — because even a small impurity can affect the fragrance.
Step 2: The Deg-Bhapka Setup
Deg – a copper pot filled with flowers, water, and sometimes herbs.
Bhapka – a receiving vessel containing sandalwood oil, which acts as a natural base.
The two are connected with bamboo pipes sealed with clay and cloth to prevent vapor leakage.
Step 3: Distillation
The Deg is gently heated over a wood fire. Steam carrying the flower’s aroma passes into the Bhapka, where it condenses and mixes with sandalwood oil.
This slow, steady process can take 6–12 hours for each batch — ensuring that the fragrance is fully captured in the oil.
Step 4: Cooling and Aging
Once the distillation is complete, the mixture is cooled, filtered, and stored in camel-skin bottles or glass jars.
Attars are aged for weeks or even months to develop depth, balance, and harmony — just like fine wine.
3. The Role of Sandalwood Oil
Pure sandalwood oil is the heart of every authentic attar.
It acts as a fixative and carrier, absorbing the aroma of the flowers and holding it for years.
This is why sandalwood-based attars like Ruh Gulab (Rose Attar), Ruh Khus (Vetiver Attar), and Oudh Al-Hind (Oud Attar) are so timeless and valuable.
4. Modern Innovation Meets Ancient Tradition
While the ancient Deg-Bhapka method remains the soul of attar-making, modern perfumers like Orpers use advanced extraction and purification techniques to ensure:
Consistency in quality and scent
Longer shelf life
Eco-friendly sourcing and production
Each Orpers attar is carefully composed to reflect heritage while matching modern preferences — natural, luxurious, and long-lasting.
5. Why Choose Orpers Attar
At Orpers, we take pride in reviving the Indian tradition of pure natural attars, made from the heart of Kannauj.
Our attars are:
Alcohol-free and 100% natural
Long-lasting and skin-friendly
Crafted with authentic sandalwood base
Perfect for daily wear and spiritual use
Each bottle represents purity, royalty, and authenticity — created for the extraordinary person.
Final Thought
Attar-making is not just a process — it’s poetry in aroma. From the gentle steam rising through petals to the golden oil that captures their essence, every step reflects devotion to nature and art.
When you wear an Orpers Attar, you don’t just wear a scent — you wear a story that began centuries ago.
Orpers – World’s Best Attar & Perfume. Crafted with Purity. Designed for Royalty.