After reading another review (from 22 oz. size I ordered) was expecting it to smell like Christmas tree and sugar cookies. I didn't get that and really liked the scent anyway! Not sure where the smokiness comes from with the scent description, but, agree with previous reviewer, Walter J. - smoke from a fireplace - is what I get, too. It is VERY LIGHTLY scented if you are looking for that...too light for me. Seems to be a theme with most ALL their candles. Spent over $150 on candles and most didn't fill the room (15x20') with scent - which is why I stopped buying YC. Will be afraid to try more Kringle candles in the future wondering if they are cutting the scent, now, too. Do I recommend this product...yes for scent-no for strength.