juniper berries
Woody Family
Juniper Berries offer a crisp, woody, and slightly fruity aroma, evoking the freshness of evergreen forests.
Intensity
moderate
Longevity
moderate
Popularity
1 fragrances
Family
Woody
About juniper berries
Juniper Berries are renowned for their distinctive, fresh aroma that blends woody, spicy, and slightly fruity notes, creating a crisp and invigorating scent profile. This note is extracted from the berries of the Juniperus communis, a coniferous tree that thrives in various climates across the Northern Hemisphere. In perfumery, Juniper Berries are cherished for their ability to add a sharp, vibrant character to fragrances, often serving as a top or middle note that introduces a clean, outdoorsy freshness. Their unique scent profile makes them a versatile ingredient, capable of enhancing both masculine and feminine compositions by lending a natural, forest-like quality that is both grounding and uplifting.
Natural Sources
- •Steam distillation of the dried berries
- •CO2 extraction for a more nuanced aroma
Synthetic Alternatives
Alpha-pinene, Sabinene, Myrcene
Perfumer's Tips
Juniper Berries are best used in moderation to impart their crisp, clean aroma without overwhelming other notes. They work exceptionally well as a complement to citrus and woody notes, adding depth and freshness to the composition. Incorporating them into the top notes can introduce a vibrant opening, while blending them into the heart can sustain the fragrance's dynamic character.