Fruity

Gooseberry

Note Profile

Natural 17 perfumes

Scent Profile

Gooseberry has a tart, green, and slightly acidic scent with crisp fruity facets reminiscent of sour grapes and unripe kiwi. It carries subtle vegetal undertones and a refreshing sharpness that can evoke a sense of dewiness. The note evolves towards a softer, more mellow fruitiness as it dries down.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~3h lasting

Origin

In perfumery, gooseberry is typically recreated using aroma chemicals and accords, as direct extraction from the fruit is not practical. Key molecules such as cis-3-hexenol and ethyl maltol are often used to mimic its characteristic tartness and green freshness.

Usage in Perfumery

Gooseberry is primarily used as a top note to impart brightness and a lively, juicy quality to compositions. It blends well with other green, citrus, and fruity notes, and is often found in modern fruity-floral and fresh compositions to add a crisp, naturalistic accent.