Sumac
Sumac suggests a dry, tangy and lightly woody spice impression, with a red-fruit or citrus-like association. It is more tart and savory than a sweet baking spice.
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It adds contrast to fruit, fresh woods and aromatic compositions.
The note’s placement and prominence depend on the complete composition.
Understanding this note
The sour taste of sumac is not itself an aroma. In perfume, the note is a scent interpretation and does not establish a particular natural extract.
Related notes to explore
Grapefruit →
Grapefruit is tangy and juicy with a characteristic bitter-pith edge
Red Berries →
A berry accord can combine tangy red fruit, ripe dark berries and a fresh leafy edge
Cedar →
Cedar suggests dry wood, pencil shavings and a clean, gently resinous warmth
Black Pepper →
Black pepper is dry, woody and sparkling, with a warm spicy bite and a faintly citrusy aromatic edge
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