Citrus

Neroli

Note Profile

Natural 1056 perfumes

Also Known As

Neroli Essence, Tunisian Neroli

About

Orange blossom distillate

Scent Profile

Neroli has a luminous, fresh floral scent with pronounced citrus facets and subtle green undertones. It displays a delicate balance between sweet orange blossom and crisp, slightly bitter notes, evolving to reveal a soft, powdery drydown. The aroma is airy and uplifting, with a gentle, clean character.

Citrus 50%

Floral 50%

Fruity 5%

Green 10%

Sweet 15%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 30%

Origin

Neroli is steam-distilled from the fresh blossoms of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium), primarily cultivated in Mediterranean regions such as Tunisia, Morocco, and Italy. The extraction process yields a pale, volatile essential oil distinct from orange blossom absolute, which is solvent-extracted from the same flowers.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use neroli mainly in the top and heart notes of compositions to impart freshness and a refined floral-citrus brightness. It blends well with other citrus oils, white florals, and green notes, and is valued for its ability to add radiance and lift to both classic and modern fragrances.