Fruity

Pomegranate

Note Profile

Natural 96 perfumes

About

Tart, jewel-toned berry with sweet and tannic facets

Scent Profile

Pomegranate in perfumery presents a vibrant, tart fruitiness with both sweet and subtly tannic undertones. Its aroma is reminiscent of fresh red berries, with a juicy, slightly astringent quality that adds brightness and depth. As it evolves, it can reveal soft floral and woody nuances, enhancing its complexity.

Citrus 10%

Floral 0%

Fruity 65%

Green 0%

Sweet 25%

Warm 10%

Woody 0%

Earthy 5%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 20%

Origin

Natural pomegranate extract is rarely used due to low yield and instability; most pomegranate notes are created through aroma compounds and accords that replicate the fruit's characteristic scent. These synthetic blends may include molecules such as ethyl maltol, damascones, and berry lactones to achieve the desired effect.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers employ pomegranate primarily as a top or heart note to impart freshness and a modern, juicy fruitiness to compositions. It blends well with other fruits, florals, and musks, and is often used to add a sparkling, youthful accent to both feminine and unisex fragrances.