PETITGRAIN
Petitgrain has a fresh, green, slightly bitter, and herbaceous scent with crisp citrusy and woody undertones. It offers a clean, bright aroma that is less sweet and more sharp than traditional citrus notes, with a distinctive green and slightly woody character.
Origin & Extraction
Petitgrain is extracted from the leaves and green twigs of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium), typically through steam distillation. Unlike neroli, which is extracted from the tree's blossoms, petitgrain is derived from the tree's foliage, primarily in regions like France, Italy, Paraguay, and Brazil.
History & Culture
Petitgrain is extracted from the leaves and green twigs of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium), typically through steam distillation. Unlike neroli, which is extracted from the tree's blossoms, petitgrain is derived from the tree's foliage, primarily in regions like France, Italy, Paraguay, and Brazil.
Chemistry & Molecular Structure
Petitgrain is extracted from the leaves and green twigs of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium), typically through steam distillation. Unlike neroli, which is extracted from the tree's blossoms, petitgrain is derived from the tree's foliage, primarily in regions like France, Italy, Paraguay, and Brazil.
