I’m a Candle Snob, and I Finally Found the Best Fall Scent—and It Burns for 70+ Hours

I’m not one to wish time away, but I’d be lying if I said I haven’t been looking forward to fall since August 1. Now that we’ve officially entered the season and the weather is actually cooling down, I can finally embrace my love for all things autumn—including cozy clothing, decor, food, and, my personal favorite, fragrances. 

While I can (and do) add throw pillows, blankets, and wreaths all around my house, the right candle is the key to making my space truly transition from summer to fall. I’ve bought several this season but wasn’t obsessed with any until I discovered Backhouse Fragrances’ limited-time scent.

The California brand sent me its ‘Jack’ candle a few weeks ago, and the first time I burned it, I couldn’t believe how unique it was. Unlike similar candles I’ve owned that had an artificial, overpowering pumpkin aroma, it achieved the perfect balance of being strong enough to make my entire home smell good but subtle enough to be enjoyable for hours. 

Best of all, my 12.5-ounce size has a burn time of 70-plus hours, and the 4-ounce version, which is only $16, has a burn time of up to 30 hours. Grab one now to give your home a luxe, cozy fall ambiance—and before they’re gone. 

Backhouse Fragrances Jack Candle

The fall candle is hand-poured in Newport Beach, California, using a coconut/vegetable proprietary blend, phthalate-free premium fragrance oil, and lead-free wick. It has key notes of pumpkin, cinnamon, and vanilla with hints of graham cracker for a bonfire-inspired twist, giving my home a subtly sweet, spicy, and toasty aroma that’s pleasant—not headache-inducing in the slightest. I’ve had friends and family over for dinner, watching football, and other gatherings, and they always compliment the smell as soon as they walk through the door. 

On my first use, I followed the brand’s suggestion and burned it for two hours so the wax could melt evenly, and then after that time, I made sure to trim the wick before lighting it. I’ve been using it nearly every day since I got it, and I’m shocked by how much wax is still left. I usually buy similar-sized candles from popular brands, but since they only have a burn time of 25 to 45 hours, they run out so quickly. This one, however, lasts for double that time. 

My guests and I aren’t the only ones who love Backhouse Fragrances’ ’Jack’ pumpkin candle. Many shoppers raved about the “clean burn,” “beautiful packaging,” and “delightful smell.” One customer said they’ve “tried every pumpkin candle out there,” and “this one is the best, and the one [they] always return to,” adding that it lasts from September to October. Another reviewer who is a designer shared that they “use a lot of candles,” and this brand is “by far the best smelling,” noting that “whether burning or not, they make a space smell so amazing.”

Just in time for fall hosting and relaxing nights, pick up the ‘Jack’ candle from Backhouse Fragrances. Below, you can shop more sizes of the pumpkin scent, or if you want to browse other fragrances, head to the site. 

Backhouse Fragrances Mini Jack Candle

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