Fruity

Blackberry

Note Profile

Botanical 380 perfumes

About

Dark, jammy berry

Scent Profile

Blackberry in perfumery presents a dark, juicy, and slightly tart aroma with nuances of ripe fruit, subtle earthiness, and a hint of green freshness. Its scent can evoke the richness of berry preserves, sometimes with faint floral or woody undertones. The note evolves from a bright, tangy opening to a deeper, almost wine-like sweetness as it dries down.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~4h lasting

Family Fruity

Read off the wheel, not a label applied to the note.

What this is made of

Blackberry names no single substance

Reconstructed

No usable extract; an ionone and ester reconstruction.

How the layers join

Origin

Natural blackberry aroma is difficult to extract, so perfumers typically use a blend of synthetic molecules such as ionones, damascones, and berry lactones to recreate its scent. These compounds are derived from petrochemical or natural sources and are carefully combined to mimic the complex profile of fresh blackberries.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use blackberry primarily as a top or heart note to impart a luscious, fruity accent in compositions. It blends well with other fruits, florals, and woody notes, often adding depth to gourmand, chypre, or modern fruity fragrances. Blackberry is valued for its ability to provide both brightness and a rich, jammy character to a scent.