Floral

Orange Blossom

Note Profile

Natural 654 perfumes

Also Known As

African Orange Flower, French Orange Flower, Orange Absolute, Orange Blossom Absolute, Orange Flower, Tunisian Orange Blossom

About

Sweet, floral orange

Scent Profile

Orange blossom has a sweet, luminous floral scent with fresh citrus undertones and a subtle green facet. It evolves from a sparkling, honeyed opening to a creamy, slightly animalic heart. The aroma is both radiant and soft, often evoking the sensation of Mediterranean springtime.

Citrus 20%

Floral 80%

Fruity 0%

Green 0%

Sweet 35%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 10%

Fresh 20%

Origin

Orange blossom is obtained from the flowers of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium), primarily cultivated in Mediterranean regions such as Morocco, Tunisia, and Egypt. The essential oil is typically extracted through steam distillation, while solvent extraction yields the richer absolute.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use orange blossom mainly in the heart of floral, oriental, and chypre compositions to impart brightness and depth. It blends well with notes such as neroli, jasmine, musk, and citrus, and is valued for adding both freshness and sensuality to a fragrance.