Spicy

Fenugreek

Note Profile

Botanical 35 perfumes

About

Fenugreek in perfumery imparts a warm, sweet, and slightly nutty aroma, often compared to maple syrup or caramel with a hint of curry spice. It brings a gourmand richness and a subtle, earthy undertone to fragrances, making it popular in both oriental and gourmand compositions.

Scent Profile

Fenugreek has a warm, sweet, and nutty aroma reminiscent of maple syrup and caramel, with a subtle undertone of curry spice and earthiness. Its scent evolves from an initial syrupy sweetness to a more toasted, slightly herbal nuance as it dries down. The overall impression is gourmand and comforting, with a faintly spicy complexity.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~6h lasting

Family Sweet & Gourmand, Spicy

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

What this is made of

Fenugreek absolute

A natural extract

CAS 68990-15-8

The note names the material. Sotolon-driven maple/curry character.

How the layers join

Origin

Fenugreek is sourced from the seeds of the Trigonella foenum-graecum plant, native to the Mediterranean and South Asia. In perfumery, the seeds are typically extracted using solvent extraction to yield a concentrated absolute rich in aromatic compounds.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use fenugreek primarily in heart and base notes to impart warmth, sweetness, and a gourmand character. It blends well with vanilla, tonka bean, spices, and amber, and is often found in oriental, gourmand, and some fougère compositions to add depth and complexity.