Hi There !

I keep buying scented candles that don't have much scent, whether
lit or unlit.

I want to buy candles that are downright pungent.
A 5-star answer would be 2 sites that sell candles rated "plenty stinky"
by candle consumers---not just the company itself.

Flavors don't matter.   *Strength* of scent is all that matters.

All comments greatly appreciated!

Thanks.
ron

Hi nronronronro,

What a great question!  :)  

You can find reviews from candle consumers for the most smelly and
pungent candles at Gardenweb.com
http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/entertain/msg0901395026433.html
  
The subject posted is called: "disappointed with scented
candles....again" and when you read the postings you'll see over and
over again certain companies are recommended for selling the smelliest
candles.  :)

I've provided you with links to the most recommended companies.

Yankee Candles
http://www.yankeecandle.com/cgi-bin/ycbvp/retail.jsp?k=B10248&bfinfo=100


Salt City
http://www.saltcityonline.com/


Gold Canyon - Click on Purchase Products
http://www.goldcanyoncandle.com/
 

Glade - (personally tried these and they are very pungent!) 
Interesting variety in the 3 in one Pillar candle
http://www.glade.ca/glade_three.asp


Dreamers Candles
http://www.dreamerscandles.com/


Morningfarm.com
http://morningfarm.com/ - sells Trapp Candles and Votivo


Trapp
http://shop.store.yahoo.com/amenwardyhome/trapp.html


Illuminous Times - reviews by customers
https://p51.hostrack.net/illuminous-times.com/letters.php


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In addition here is a site that reviews candles.

Candle Brand Comparison
http://crazyforcandles.com/comparison.html

Candle Reviews


And the following page link lists the approximate burning time of all
sizes and shapes http://crazyforcandles.com/burntimes.html

Candle Burn Times

"These are approximate candle burning times. Burning times of
different brands may vary. Darker colors & refrigerated candles tend
to burn a bit longer."

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A Brief History of Candles
http://www.craftsland.com/candle_history.html


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Google search:

pungent candle consumer reviews
most pungent candles
strong scented candles
scented candles customer reviews


Best regards,
tlspiegel

Der Spiegal !

You have outdone yourself!   6-star answer.  

Thank you !
ron

Hi Ron!

Great big *YES* on the Yankee Candle Company's products.  You don't
even need to burn their apothecary (jar) candles to get the room to
smell like one - just take the lid off and leave it alone!

I have a 14.5 ounce "Stormwatch" on my desk, and find it quite divine:

Stormwatch
http://www.yankeecandle.com/cgi-bin/ycbvp/listing.jsp?scent=Storm+Watch%26reg%3b&view=ALL

--Missy

I'm a candle freak from way back and also a fan of the Yankee candle
(Honeydew Melon for me), because they *are* very fragrant.  However,
even though I trim the wick and *try to remember* not to burn past the
recommended time, I get a black soot residue around the top of the
jar. I don't know about you, but I have difficulty breathing when I
have my apartment all lit up like a cathedral.

I looked around this morning after finding your question and located
this site for soybean wax candles that have a satisfaction guarantee. 
Their aromatherapy line is made with pure essential oil embedded in
99.5% pure Soy Bean Candle Wax and they have cotton wicks.  Think I'll
give 'em a try (Orange/Lemon Grass).
http://www.itsasoy.com
http://www.itsasoycandle.com
http://www.dittocandles.com

The only other *really* fragrant candles I've bought were from Bed,
Bath, and Beyond.  I don't believe they had a manufacturer's name but
they were unmatched in my random smell test and were just as fragrant
while they were burning.  All I remember was that they were very
middle earth scented, no fruity or perfumey fragrance in the
assortment.  Not much to go on, I know.

Hope that helps,
V

Hi nronronronro,

Thank you for the nice rating!  :)

Best regards,
tlspiegel