Mandarin

The mandarin is a citrus fruit originating from China. The fruits of the mandarin tree were given as gifts to mandarins during Christmas festivities. The mandarin is the fruit of the mandarin tree, of the rutaceae family. The mandarin is slightly larger than the clementine, and its color is lighter. Its flesh is sweet and fragrant. The mandarin is a source of vitamin E and C. Today, the main producers of the mandarin are Japan, Spain, and Brazil.

Mandarin, a joyful fragrance

Mandarin belongs to the citrus olfactory family. It is the oldest in the world of perfumery. Eau de Cologne fragrances were the first to emerge. Mandarin has a sparkling, sun-kissed, luminous and tonic effect. Like the citrus family, fragrances containing mandarin are joyful, playful and tangy. The notes of the citrus olfactory family are however volatile. Often used as top notes, they evaporate rather quickly. The scent of mandarin fosters imagination and creativity, to the great delight of perfume creators. A fragrance that perfectly captures the beauty of mandarin is Aqua Allegoria mandarine basilic by Guerlain. In the top notes, clementine is discovered paired with orange blossom. In the heart notes, mandarin blends delicately with basil and peony. In the base notes, sandalwood and amber are revealed. It is true that the Aqua Allegoria collection was considered bold. The pairing of mandarin and basil does nothing to contradict that.

Mandarin, will you marry me?

Mandarin pairs perfectly well with a great many fragrances. Among the finest pairings are those with vanilla, watery notes, passionflower, lemon, bitter orange, patchouli, sandalwood, jasmine, lavender or almond. A very successful fragrance is Azzaro’s Eau Belle. Mandarin in the top notes is paired with bergamot, yuzu and peach skin. In the heart notes, jasmine accompanies cyclamen and freesia. In the base, ambergris, honey, cedarwood and cypress are noted. The cascade of citrus falls upon a radiant floral heart. A slightly woody honeyed note comes to close this burst of scents. Eau Belle illuminates and brings a particular radiance to every woman who wears it. Another pairing of mandarin that is especially daring but successful is that of the fragrance Cuir mandarine by David Jourquin, intended for sophisticated yet epicurean men.

Mandarin is a precious fruit from China. It is an inexhaustible source of inspiration for creators who imagine fragrances each more magnificent than the last. Belonging to the citrus family, mandarin brings a sparkling, joyful, tonic quality. It also pairs perfectly well with numerous olfactory families and facets… A true delight!