petit grain

Citrus aurantium var. amara fresh, citrus, green, slightly floral, bitter, woody

Note

top

Family

citrus

Type

essential oil

Origin

Egypt

Perfumer's Notes

Petit grain essential oil is a unique citrus oil produced by distilling the twigs and leaves of the bitter orange tree. It is more green and less refined than neroli, which comes from the tree's blossoms. Petit grain contributes citrus notes with a masculine, woody edge.