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Hawthorn (aubépine) has a tender, powdery white-floral scent with almond–marzipan and soft anise facets, honeyed sweetness, and a faint green edge; the fresh blossom can even carry a mild animalic, fishy nuance from trimethylamine that perfumery usually softens. Evoking spring hedgerows and nostalgic romance, it is typically recreated with anisic aldehydes and heliotropin as a heart note to cushion muguet, lilac, mimosa, and orange blossom, add powder to floral bouquets, and lend sweetness to chypres and aldehydic styles.

CATEGORY · FLORAL

The floral note category encompasses scents derived from the blossoms of various flowers, known for their rich, sweet, and often romantic characteristics. Common examples include rose, jasmine, lily, and peony, each offering unique olfactory profiles ranging from fresh and green to creamy and powdery. Floral notes can be single-note or blended to create complex bouquets, often used in perfumes to evoke feelings of femininity, warmth, and elegance. These scents are prevalent in both classic and contemporary fragrances, making them a cornerstone of perfumery.