The Capri Blue holiday range includes a green glitter jar called Alpine Juniper, and our reviewer was delighted by it. This post covers what the scent is meant to be, how it changes once lit and when it makes sense to buy it.
This candle is festive, sparkly and fun!! Makes me want to throw on a party dress, slip on my highest heels and grab a glass of Champagne! Speaking of which, I know this candle is called Alpine Juniper, and the description is “juniper & fresh citrus with balsam fir”, but there is something more to it than that, much more.
I get an effervescent, sparkling champagne punch kind of fragrance with a sprig of balsam fir and a slice of orange on the side. Must be the fresh citrus, or maybe it’s all the shimmery, twinkling glitter that has me a bit dizzy but, I can swear I smell champagne!
Once lit, the balsam does begin to take over more, making this a brilliant holiday candle. It’s not heavy, it’s fresh, lively and carefree. The green glitter jar sets the mood for any party or just light it up and have your own party, revel in the fun, make merry and just plain ole have a good time!
I know my 20-year-old kids will try to snag it from me when they see it, going to have to hide this one for sure!
Don’t forget the Volcano red glitter jar (I just know you can’t get enough Volcano!)
Lynette Reed, Fragrance fanatic, founder of Illume Candles, Izzy Sayan Perfume, Fluid Fragrances, and creative consultant to many high-end fragrance brands.
What the Capri Blue holiday candle is meant to smell like
The official description reads “juniper and fresh citrus with balsam fir.” Juniper has a crisp, evergreen character, so the combination points to a clean, outdoorsy holiday scent rather than a sugary one.
The reviewer found more than that. She picked up a sparkling, champagne-punch quality with a sprig of balsam fir and a slice of orange on the side. That kind of impression is personal, and it is a good reminder that the notes on a product page are a starting point, not the full story.
Because this Capri Blue holiday candle is a seasonal jar, you may need to check what the brand or a retailer has in stock before you plan a gift. The brand’s holiday page, linked in the review, is a good place to start.
If you want to compare it to other Capri Blue holiday scents, look at the jars side by side. Seeing the green glitter next to the red Volcano one gives you a quick idea of which look you prefer, and your nose can decide the rest.
The Capri Blue holiday name is a useful search term if you want to compare this jar with the other seasonal scents.
How the scent changes once it is lit
One useful detail in the review is that the balsam takes over more once the candle is burning. Many candles smell different cold and lit, because heat releases the heavier notes. So if the unlit jar smells brighter and more citrus-led, do not be surprised when the fir comes forward after a while.
She describes the result as fresh, lively and not heavy, which is a helpful contrast to the richer vanilla and spice candles that fill most holiday shelves. If you tend to find those too sweet, a juniper and fir candle may be easier to enjoy through a whole evening.
Citrus is a key piece of this idea. In the review it is the fresh citrus that she thinks gives the champagne impression, with an orange slice on the side. Citrus notes are bright and tend to fade fastest, so enjoy that first blast while it lasts.
For a scent like this Capri Blue holiday jar, a room with some air movement can work well, because a light fragrance is less likely to feel stuffy. Avoid placing it directly under a draft, which can make the flame flicker and burn unevenly.
Not everyone will smell champagne in a Capri Blue holiday candle, so do not worry if your impression is different.
Glitter jars, gifting and what to try next
The jar is part of the fun, with its green glitter, and the brand also makes a Volcano red glitter jar for fans of that scent. Because the packaging does half the work, these candles are easy to give as party gifts or to put out as seasonal decoration.
If you enjoy fir and balsam, our look at LAFCO Winter Balsam is a good follow-up, and Tree Scented Candles for the Holidays collects more candles in that direction. As with any holiday candle, burn it where you can see it and keep it away from tree branches and decorations.
One more thing to consider is who gets to enjoy it. The reviewer jokes about hiding the candle from her grown children, which is a fair sign that a bright, party-style scent appeals across ages. If you want to give a Capri Blue holiday jar as a gift, it should suit a wide range of tastes.
For the history of the candle itself, the candle article on Wikipedia is a useful read, though for scent, your own nose is a better guide.
To sum up, the Capri Blue holiday candle in Alpine Juniper is fresh, lively and festive. If you want a green, balsam-led candle for a party, this Capri Blue holiday jar is a fun choice, and the glitter also makes it a pretty centerpiece.
Header photo: LoMit, Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).
