Orange Blossom
Orange blossom absolute is the solvent-extracted version of the bitter orange flower · heavier, more honeyed, and more sensual than its distilled counterpart neroli.
About Orange Blossom
Orange blossom (fleur d'oranger) absolute comes from the same flower as neroli but uses solvent extraction rather than steam distillation, capturing heavier molecules that water-distillation leaves behind. The result is richer, sweeter, and more nuanced · with honeyed, slightly indolic facets that neroli lacks. The two are often used together in the same composition: neroli for the bright opening, orange blossom for the deeper heart. Orange blossom anchors Marc Jacobs Daisy, Jo Malone Orange Blossom, and the entire "white floral" category. Tunisia and Morocco produce the highest-quality material.
Featured in 10 The Fragrance World perfumes
Common questions about Orange Blossom
- What does Orange Blossom smell like?
- Orange blossom absolute is the solvent-extracted version of the bitter orange flower · heavier, more honeyed, and more sensual than its distilled counterpart neroli.
- Where does Orange Blossom come from?
- Tunisia, Morocco
- Is Orange Blossom a top, heart, or base note?
- Heart
- Which TFW fragrances feature Orange Blossom?
- 10 TFW fragrances currently feature Orange Blossom. See the list on this page for the full set.