Orange Blossom (Italy)

Orange blossom from Italy is celebrated for its radiant, floral, and slightly citrusy aroma that embodies the essence of springtime. Its fresh and sweet profile, with delicate green and honeyed undertones, adds an uplifting and romantic character to perfumes. Orange blossom brings a luminous, cheerful quality that makes it a popular choice for heart notes, blending harmoniously with white florals, citruses, and woods. It lends elegance and a touch of Mediterranean sunshine to any fragrance composition.

History & Production: Italy, particularly the regions of Calabria and Sicily, is renowned for producing high-quality orange blossom. The flowers are harvested from bitter orange trees (Citrus aurantium) during the early spring when their fragrance is most potent. The extraction of orange blossom essential oil is typically done through steam distillation or solvent extraction, resulting in either an essential oil or an absolute. This process captures the fresh, sweet, and complex aroma of the blossoms, making it an essential ingredient in many classic and contemporary fragrances known for their romantic and invigorating scent.