Citrus

Lemon petitgrain is brighter and more refined than raw lemon zest. Imagine the sharp citrus zing of a freshly peeled lemon, but softer—almost honeyed at the edges. It has a subtle floral whisper underneath, like standing in a grove where lemon blossoms perfume the air alongside the fruit. There's a green, slightly herbaceous quality too, reminiscent of crushed leaves. It's crisp without being aggressive, with an almost creamy undertone that distinguishes it from the harsher notes of bergamot or sweet orange.

Floral

Neroli smells like a luminous, almost intoxicating burst of fresh orange blossom—imagine pressing your face into a fragrant white flower on a Mediterranean spring morning. It's honeyed and delicate, yet surprisingly bright and slightly bitter, with a creamy, almost soapy undertone. There's a green, slightly peppery edge that prevents it from being purely sweet. It's the scent of a sun-warmed Seville orange grove in full bloom, honeyed yet crisp, floral yet citrusy.