Fruity

Mamey

Note Profile

Natural

Scent Profile

Mamey has a creamy, sweet scent reminiscent of apricot, pumpkin, and almond, with subtle nuances of vanilla and a hint of tropical fruitiness. Its aroma is rich and velvety, developing a soft, gourmand warmth as it settles. The note can evoke both fresh and dessert-like qualities, making it multifaceted in a composition.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 55%

Green 0%

Sweet 45%

Warm 20%

Woody 0%

Earthy 5%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 5%

Origin

Mamey is derived from the fruit of the mamey sapote tree, native to Central America and the Caribbean. In perfumery, its scent is typically recreated using natural isolates and synthetic accords, as direct extraction is uncommon due to the fruit's low yield of volatile aromatic compounds.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use mamey primarily in the heart or top of fruity and gourmand fragrances, where it adds creamy sweetness and complexity. It blends well with notes like coconut, vanilla, peach, and soft woods, enhancing both tropical and dessert-inspired accords. Its unique profile can lend an exotic signature to niche and contemporary compositions.