🌿 The Story Behind Each Algarve Candle Scent
Algarve-Inspired Candles, Hand-Poured in Portugal
At Algarve Candle Co, every candle we pour is rooted in a story. Some are inspired by the salty breeze of the Atlantic. Others are born from lazy citrus-filled mornings or misty mountain strolls. Each scent is a memory — a sensory postcard from our home in the south of Portugal.
Below, we share the stories behind our most-loved fragrances, all hand-poured in small batches with natural soy wax and wooden wicks.
🌊 ALGARVE
Sea Spray • Citrus Peel • Driftwood
Our signature scent. Inspired by early morning walks along the Ria Formosa, where the scent of salty ocean air mingles with sun-warmed citrus groves. It’s fresh, breezy and distinctly coastal — just like the Algarve.
🍊 AMBER & ORANGE
Zesty Orange • Sweet Amber • Warm Spice
The golden light at sunset, reflected on terracotta tiles and a cold drink in hand. Amber & Orange is rich and resinous, with just the right touch of Mediterranean sunshine.
🌿 BASIL & DARK TOMATO
Green Tomato Leaf • Fresh Basil • Earthy Herb Garden
A scent straight from the kitchen garden. Think of cracked tomato vines in the heat, muddled basil leaves, and a hint of sun-baked soil. Unexpectedly addictive and clean.
🍫 CACAU & COFFEE
Portuguese Espresso • Dark Chocolate • Creamy Vanilla
A comforting blend inspired by traditional cafés and sweet pastelarias. This one smells like a strong coffee paired with rich chocolate cake — or a late-night kitchen chat.
🌸 CHAMOMILE & LAVENDER
Dried Lavender • Soft Chamomile Tea • Clean Linen
Gentle, calming, and herbal. Inspired by the scent of fresh sheets in a quiet room. Our go-to for bedtime, slow evenings, or winding down after a long day.
🍑 COCONUT & PEACH
Creamy Coconut • Ripe Peach • White Musk
Sweet but airy, this scent captures long afternoons at the beach with a peach in one hand and sunscreen on your skin. A summer favourite.
🔥 FIRESIDE
Crackling Wood • Smoked Birch • Warm Resin
Inspired by evenings indoors, blankets wrapped tight and a storm outside. Fireside is cosy, smoky, and grounding — perfect for winter or slow Sundays.
🌾 ENGLISH PEAR & FREESIA
Crisp Pear • White Freesia • Light Woods
Delicate and refined, this scent is like a stroll through an English orchard after the rain. Elegant, light, and crowd-pleasing.
🍮 PASTEL DE NATA
Cinnamon • Custard • Vanilla Pastry
Portugal’s most iconic treat, now in candle form. Warm, sweet, and just a little nostalgic — like walking past your favourite bakery on a Sunday morning.
✨ Explore the Full Collection
Each scent in our collection is crafted with care — using natural soy wax, sustainable wooden wicks, and high-quality fragrance oils. They’re designed not just to smell beautiful, but to tell a story — one that starts in the Algarve and ends wherever you light it.
💌 Want to smell before you buy?
Visit us at our store near Boliqueime or stop by at one of our local markets. We’re always happy to help you find your scent.