A woody scent is one which is characterised by warm notes and woody notes, the likes of which can come from ingredients such as patchouli, amber, and sandalwood.
Woody scents have been associated with masculine fragrances for the longest time, and they can make you think of a warm, cosy retreat in a log cabin or a stroll through a dense forest full of exotic vegetation.
They aren’t typically overpowering scents, and are usually used in the base note of a fragrance, allowing fresh aromas from things like spices and herbs take centre stage.