Citrus

Mulberry smells like sun-warmed fruit compote with a whisper of green leaf freshness. Imagine biting into a ripe blackberry, then discovering subtle candy-like sweetness with an almost milky, slightly creamy undertone. There's a gentle tartness that keeps it from cloying—reminiscent of jam left to concentrate in summer heat, with hints of almond and soft woods lurking beneath. It's juicy without being cloying, fruity without smelling artificial.

Woody

Imagine walking through damp earth after rain, then crushing dried autumn leaves in your hands. That's patchouli's essence: earthy, almost animalic, with a subtle sweetness lurking underneath. It smells vaguely like rich soil mixed with dried tobacco and a whisper of chocolate. There's a dark, slightly musty quality—think opening an antique wooden chest. It's grounding and intensely aromatic, never delicate. Fresh patchouli has peppery brightness; aged patchouli becomes deeper, warmer, almost leather-like.