Review: Black Cherry Candle from Esmeralda Candle Co
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A rich, room-filling scent that’s as luxe as it is comforting.
When it comes to candles, I’m usually drawn to comforting and familiar scents (for instance, I own a lot of lavender and vanilla,) so I admit Black Cherry wouldn’t have been my first pick, but after hearing it’s a best seller from Esmeralda Candle Co., I decided to give it a try. And honestly? I can see exactly why it’s so popular.
First Impressions of Esmeralda Candle Co.
The candle arrives packaged in a glass 200g matte black jar, complete with a matching lid, which is safely tucked into a gift-ready box, all tied up with a bow. The overall look is simple but undeniably luxe, and creates the perfect presentation for a candle, no matter if you are looking to gift it or treat yourself.
The Scent Experience of Black Cherry
From the first sniff, the fragrance is rich, fruity, and deep. The bold cherry note is the star of this candle and is balanced well with a tart undertone, which keeps it from being too sweet. Once lit, the scent throw is really impressive, filling up the room without leaving the feeling of it being too overpowering.
Burn Quality & Performance
With around 45 hours of burn time on offer, I found the candle burned consistently, pooling well on the very first use (something you always want to see). The soy wax and cotton-core wick combination helped allow for a clean, smooth burn with no unpleasant smoking or sooting, just a steady, glowing flame.
Conscious Ingredients
Esmerelda Candle Co. have carefully thought through every aspect of their candles and made sure they are:
- Vegan & Cruelty Free
- Made with phthalate-free fragrance oils
- Pet-safe and non-toxic
- Made using soy wax
This helps make for a wonderful choice if you want to know exactly what has gone into your candle.
Tips for Best Use
- Let the wax pool fully to the edges on the first burn to avoid tunnelling (candles have burn memories)
- Trim the wick before each light for a cleaner, longer-lasting burn.
While simple, these tips can help get the most from your candle, offering up a better scent experience and longer life.
Value for Money
With an RRP of £24.99 but at the moment on sale for £19.99, the price sits right in the same area as some well-known brands. However, Esmeralda Candle Co. goes that step further thanks to its beautiful packaging, thoughtful ingredient choices, and outstanding fragrance throw. Plus, supporting a small family-run business adds that extra feel-good factor. (Check out my previous post on them to find out more about them as a company).
Who Will Love This Brand
In my opinion, this candle would suit just about anyone who loves home fragrance (and if you’re more of a reed diffuser fan, they have those too). I personally think it is perfect for the living room, bedroom, self-care rituals, or as a gift. Honestly, it feels like a little indulgence every time I light it, and yet price-wise, it is very in keeping with other brands.
Final Thoughts
The Black Cherry Candle is a must-try. With its stunning presentation, indulgent fragrance, and clean burn, it really does feel like something special. While it wasn’t a fragrance I would have thought to try at the start, I have definitely ended up being a huge fan of it, and I completely understand why it’s one of their best sellers.
The Black Cherry candle has an RRP of £24.99 and can be bought from Esmeralda Candle Co.
What do you think of the sound of this candle? What sort of fragrance do you like?
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It would have to be the Black Cherry fragrance for me and it would be best placed in the living room where we spend .most of our time 🫐🫐🫐
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I feel that I can smell the candle, just by its name.
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pumpkin spice would be perfect in the living room
Myrrh & Tonka sounds nice for the living room
What great fragrances. Bakewell tart in the kitchen so people think I’d been baking!
cherry and fig are my favourite candle scents so black cherry definitely
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Pumpkin spice for autumn vibes
raspberry daiquiri sounds lovely
pumpkin spice would be great for the living room
Black Cherry in the living room