Myrrh is a deep, earthy scent, like fresh mushrooms, or leather, or some kinds of tree bark. Some people pick up a black licorice smell in it, but I don't. The spice element is much more subtle than licorice. I love myrrh incense. I don't think I've ever smelled a rose that had just myrrh scent. Most times, there's also a fruity or green tone on top. Even the "scentless" roses have a scent to me. It's kind of a mixed blessing to have the nose of a bloodhound. Guess it makes up for bad vision and hearing.