Mississippi Medicine Eau de Parfum

Mississippi Medicine is a dark, mysterious fragrance by D.S. & Durga, created by perfumer David Seth Moltz. Inspired by the ancient ceremonial traditions of the Mississippian culture and the spiritual atmosphere of the prehistoric American landscape, it evokes sacred rituals, smouldering fires, and the profound stillness of ancient forests. Drawing on the symbolism of incense, charred woods, and medicinal botanicals, this unconventional composition explores a world of ritualistic smoke and earthy spirituality, creating an atmospheric fragrance that feels raw, haunting, and deeply evocative.

The fragrance opens with red cedar,aldehydes,and frankincense, creating a dry, aromatic introduction that combines crisp woody freshness with the resinous warmth of incense. At the heart, cypress root introduces an earthy, almost medicinal character, while black pine adds a cool, forest-like freshness and cascarilla bark brings a distinctive bitter, woody nuance. As the composition settles, incense deepens the smoky atmosphere, while Spanish cade introduces a charred, leathery quality. Birch tar completes the foundation with an intense, primal smokiness that leaves a dark, mysterious, and deeply atmospheric trail.

Fragrance Family: Woody,Smoky,Incense

Olfactive Pyramid

Top Notes: Red Cedar,Aldehydes,Frankincense

Middle Notes: Cypress Root,Black Pine,Cascarilla Bark

Base Notes: Incense,Spanish Cade,Birch Tar