Gourmand

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About

Sweet, edible, dessert-like

Scent Profile

Gourmand accords evoke edible, dessert-like aromas with pronounced sweetness and warmth. They often feature notes reminiscent of vanilla, caramel, chocolate, coffee, or honey, creating a rich and comforting olfactory character. The accord is typically dense and enveloping, sometimes with creamy or nutty undertones.

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Gourmand fragrances.

Dark Chocolate 494

Tonka Bean 4732

Coffee 804

Praline 703

Toffee 137

Almond 1161

Coconut 1261

Vanilla 11880

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Gourmand fragrances.

Cupcake 24

Coffee 804

Tiramisu 12

Almond 1161

Madeleine 8

Kulfi 11

Meringue 39

History

The gourmand accord rose to prominence in the 1990s with the launch of fragrances such as Thierry Mugler's Angel, which popularized edible scent profiles in perfumery. Prior to this, sweet notes were used sparingly, but the success of gourmand fragrances established them as a distinct and influential category. The accord reflects a shift toward more playful and unconventional scent compositions in modern perfumery.

In Perfumery

Perfumers use gourmand accords primarily in the heart and base of fragrances to impart warmth, sweetness, and a sense of comfort. They are often paired with floral, fruity, or woody notes to balance their intensity and prevent cloying effects. Gourmand accords are common in both feminine and unisex fragrances, especially in colder weather compositions.