Green

Redcurrant Leaf

Note Profile

Natural 139 perfumes

About

Redcurrant leaf brings a crisp, green, and slightly acidic aroma that evokes the sensation of freshly crushed leaves with subtle hints of tart berries. It is prized in perfumery for its ability to lend a natural, dewy freshness and a vibrant, slightly tangy nuance to compositions. The note is often used to provide lift and a verdant character, especially in fresh, green, or fruity fragrances.

Scent Profile

Redcurrant leaf has a vivid green aroma with pronounced vegetal facets, reminiscent of freshly crushed foliage and garden sap. It carries a subtle tartness and faint berry undertones, which impart a crisp, slightly acidic nuance. The scent evolves from sharp and dewy to a softer, leafy dryness as it settles.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 25%

Green 70%

Sweet 0%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 30%

Origin

Redcurrant leaf absolute is typically obtained through solvent extraction of the leaves of Ribes rubrum, a shrub native to Europe and parts of Asia. The extraction process preserves the delicate green and fruity molecules that are lost in steam distillation. The resulting absolute is a viscous, intensely aromatic material used in fine fragrance.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use redcurrant leaf primarily as a top or heart note to introduce freshness and a naturalistic green effect. It blends well with citrus, florals, and other green notes, and is often paired with blackcurrant, galbanum, or mint to enhance verdancy. Its crisp character is valued for adding lift and realism to both feminine and unisex compositions.