Note Profile
Hops are the cone-shaped flowers of Humulus lupulus, grown in temperate Europe and North America. The dried cones are steam distilled or solvent extracted. They smell green, herbal and slightly bitter, like cut grass and hay, with a little citrus. Spicy and floral hints can show at higher levels. Over time a mild earthy or woody dryness can develop.
Hops present a green, herbal, and slightly bitter aroma with nuances of fresh cut grass, hay, and subtle citrus undertones. The scent can also reveal faint spicy and floral facets, especially when used in higher concentrations. Over time, it may develop a mild earthy or woody dryness.
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CAS 8007-04-3
Held as `hop-oil`. The claim read 'Hop oil is real; we hold none' - we hold THREE materials on CAS 8007-04-3: hop-oil, hop-co2-extract and hop-oil-rectified. Corrected 2026-08-18 by re-running the identity ladder over every material_not_held edge.
Hops are the cone-shaped flowers of the Humulus lupulus plant, cultivated primarily in temperate regions such as Europe and North America. In perfumery, essential oil or absolute is obtained through steam distillation or solvent extraction of the dried hop cones.
Perfumers employ hops mainly in the heart or top notes to impart a green, aromatic freshness and a hint of bitterness. It pairs well with citrus, fougère, and woody accords, and is sometimes used to add complexity to herbal or masculine compositions.
Perfumers known for using Hops include
Sarah McCartney
A selection of reviewed perfumes where Hops appears prominently.
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