Note
All 1 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.
This evocative botanical element brings a crisp, sophisticated air to the perfumer’s palette, offering an olfactory experience that balances bitterness with ethereal freshness. It typically presents as a clean, slightly tannic, and herbaceous aroma, reminiscent of drying leaves steeped in hot water. Depending on whether the focus is on green, black, or white tea, the profile can shift from sharp and grassy to deep, leathery, and subtly fruity. In modern composition, this note acts as a versatile bridge, often used to temper the sweetness of floral accords or to provide a cooling, meditative quality to citrus heavy scents. It thrives primarily within the aromatic, citrus, and green fragrance families, acting as a transparent anchor that prevents a fragrance from becoming overly heavy or cloying. Because of its natural astringency, it imparts a sophisticated texture that feels intellectual and calm, making it a favorite for those who appreciate understated elegance and the restorative power of a quiet, scent driven escape.
1 fragrances · 1 brands · £40

This evocative botanical element brings a crisp, sophisticated air to the perfumer’s palette, offering an olfactory experience that balances bitterness with ethereal freshness. It typically presents as a clean, slightly tannic, and herbaceous aroma, reminiscent of drying leaves steeped in hot water. Depending on whether the focus is on green, black, or white tea, the profile can shift from sharp and grassy to deep, leathery, and subtly fruity. In modern composition, this note acts as a versatile bridge, often used to temper the sweetness of floral accords or to provide a cooling, meditative quality to citrus heavy scents. It thrives primarily within the aromatic, citrus, and green fragrance families, acting as a transparent anchor that prevents a fragrance from becoming overly heavy or cloying. Because of its natural astringency, it imparts a sophisticated texture that feels intellectual and calm, making it a favorite for those who appreciate understated elegance and the restorative power of a quiet, scent driven escape.
The top rated fragrance is Mykonos Chai Crema Latte (7.8/10).
Prices range £40 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.