Redcurrant
Redcurrant is a bright and fruity fragrance note with a tart, slightly sweet scent profile that carries subtle green and juicy undertones. Its aroma is fresh, vibrant, and tangy, adding a lively and playful quality to perfumes. Redcurrant imparts a crisp, refreshing character and is often used as a top note to create an invigorating and youthful opening. It pairs beautifully with floral, citrus, and green notes, contributing to fragrances that are modern, energetic, and full of zest.
History & Production: Redcurrant (Ribes rubrum) is a small berry native to Europe and prized for its tart, juicy flavor. In perfumery, redcurrant’s scent is typically recreated using synthetic accords or a blend of fruity and green notes, as direct extraction from the fruit is challenging. Redcurrant is valued for its ability to add a fresh, juicy sweetness that enhances the brightness and vivacity of fragrances, evoking a sense of youthful energy and natural vibrancy.