sweet notes
Gourmand Family
A delightful collection of sugary aromas that add a touch of sweetness to any fragrance.
Intensity
moderate
Longevity
moderate
Popularity
1 fragrances
Family
Gourmand
Olfactory Profile
sweet
floral
powdery
fresh
spicy
About sweet notes
Sweet notes in perfumery are a broad category that encompasses a variety of sugary, honeyed, and syrupy aromas. These notes are derived from a wide range of natural sources including fruits, flowers, and even some resins. Sweet notes are cherished for their ability to add depth, warmth, and a gourmand quality to fragrances. They are often used as middle notes where they contribute to the heart of a perfume, providing a smooth transition from the fresh top notes to the deeper base notes. Synthetic sweeteners have also been developed to either mimic natural sweet smells or to offer entirely new sweet dimensions to perfumers.
Natural Sources
- •Vanilla
- •Tonka Bean
- •Honey
- •Cocoa
- •Caramel
Synthetic Alternatives
Synthetic sweet notes offer stability and consistency in perfumes, often used to replicate or enhance natural sweet smells. Examples include ethyl maltol for a sugary aroma and vanillin for vanilla-like sweetness.
Perfumer's Tips
Sweet notes are best used sparingly to avoid overpowering other scents. They work well to round off sharp edges in a composition and provide a comforting warmth to the heart of the fragrance.