Moonrise Blackberry Candle | Hand-Poured in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Moonrise Blackberry is a deep, fruit-forward candle inspired by late summer evenings in Appalachia. Notes of ripe blackberry, slow-simmered sugar, and warm pastry create a scent that feels rich without becoming overly sweet. Hand-poured in Virginia using a clean-burning apricot coconut wax.

Fragrance Notes

Top: Ripe Blackberry
Middle: Slow-Simmered Sugar
Base: Warm Pastry Crust

Scent Profile

Ripe Blackberry · Slow-Simmered Sugar · Warm Pastry Crust

The Experience

There is a moment just after sunset in the Blue Ridge when the air cools and the sweetness of wild blackberry lingers along the hillsides. Moonrise Blackberry captures that quiet transition, where the last warmth of the day settles into something softer, slower, and more grounded.

Ripe fruit and gentle sweetness unfold first, followed by a subtle baked warmth that makes the scent feel comforting rather than sharp. It is the kind of fragrance that fills a space without overwhelming it, designed for evenings, quiet routines, and unhurried time at home.

Why It’s Different

• Hand-poured in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia
• Made with apricot coconut wax for a cleaner, more even burn
• Fruit-forward scent balanced with warmth, not artificial sweetness
• Designed for slow, ambient scent throw rather than overpowering fragrance

Perfect For

• Evening wind-down routines
• Bedrooms, reading spaces, and quiet corners
• Late summer into fall transitions
• Those who enjoy fruit scents that feel grounded rather than sugary

What Is a Blackberry Candle? 

A blackberry candle is a fruit-forward fragrance designed to replicate the scent of ripe berries, often balanced with green or warm notes to avoid excessive sweetness. Moonrise Blackberry follows this tradition with a deeper Appalachian interpretation, blending dark fruit with slow-simmered sugar and soft pastry warmth.

What does Moonrise Blackberry smell like?
It is a rich blend of ripe blackberry and dark fruit softened by warm, baked pastry notes. The scent is balanced and inviting, not overly sweet or artificial.

Is this candle overly sweet?
No. It leans into a deeper fruit profile with a subtle warmth that keeps it from becoming sugary or sharp.

Is this a clean-burning candle?
Yes. It is made with apricot coconut wax, which provides a smoother and cleaner burn compared to traditional wax blends.

What season is this best for?
It transitions beautifully from late summer into fall, but works year-round for those who enjoy warm fruit scents.