{"product_id":"petitgrain-absolute-citrus-aurantium-var-amara-dark-green-citrus-origin-morocco","title":"Petitgrain Absolute — Citrus aurantium var. amara | Dark Green Citrus | Origin Morocco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart of our Professional Perfumers Range — curated for the discerning natural perfumer seeking exceptional depth and rarity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePetitgrain Absolute — The Rare Solvent-Extracted Sibling of a Perfumery Classic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePetitgrain essential oil, steam distilled from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, is a familiar and much-loved material in perfumery and aromatherapy alike. Petitgrain Absolute is a different and considerably rarer proposition entirely — a relatively recent addition to the perfumer's palette, solvent extracted from Moroccan-grown \u003cem\u003eCitrus aurantium\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003eamara\u003c\/em\u003e leaves and twigs to capture a deeper, more complex expression of the material than distillation alone can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePetitgrain occupies a fascinating position in the citrus family — sharing chemistry with both the fruit peel and the flower it borrows from, acting as a natural bridge between the lively, terpenic top notes of bitter orange and the sultry, indolic floral heart of neroli. The absolute pushes this complexity further, adding a dark, woody, slightly earthy dimension that the essential oil rarely reveals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eScent Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe opening is complex and immediately distinctive — a dark citrus character with pronounced green, herbal facets, considerably deeper and more layered than the brighter, sharper essential oil. Woody and slightly earthy undertones emerge quickly, evoking the bitter orange tree's bark and twigs rather than its fruit. As it develops, subtle floral nuances surface — a distant echo of the neroli the tree also produces — adding warmth and roundness to the predominantly green, woody character. The drydown holds a soft, lingering green-woody trace of good tenacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfumery Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePetitgrain Absolute functions beautifully as a green, adaptive middle note — its character has been compared to lavender absolute in its blending versatility, but with a more fruity-floral, less powdery quality that makes it a compelling and unusual bridge material. It works particularly well linking bright citrus top notes with deeper floral or woody hearts, adding a naturalistic green complexity that the essential oil, being lighter and more volatile, cannot sustain through to the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn fougères and chypres it deepens and naturalises citrus openings; in green floral compositions it adds woody-earthy grounding; in masculine aromatic structures it provides sophisticated green complexity beyond simple citrus freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlending Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePairs beautifully with neroli, orange blossom, bergamot, lavender absolute, clary sage, geranium, rosemary, oakmoss, labdanum, vetiver, cedarwood, sandalwood, patchouli, and soft musks. The natural affinity with neroli and orange blossom — its botanical siblings from the same tree — is particularly rewarding, producing a complete bitter orange accord of unusual depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCitrus aurantium\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003eamara\u003c\/em\u003e L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petitgrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rutaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus aurantium var. Amara Petitgrain Flower Extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8014-17-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morocco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Part:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves and twigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solvent extraction (absolute)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark brown liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOdour Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus \/ Green \/ Woody \/ Herbal \/ Floral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — 100% pure natural absolute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinct from petitgrain essential oil — the absolute is darker, deeper, and considerably rarer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1ml sample supplied in a 5ml clear flint glass bottle. 5ml, 10ml and 30ml supplied in amber glass bottles — all with inbuilt droppers and tamper evident caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas. Not suitable for use on babies, children, pets or broken skin. Avoid use during pregnancy or whilst nursing. Always dilute properly and perform a patch test before first use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSample Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend purchasing a 1ml sample first before committing to larger quantities. Please note that no refunds can be offered on opened items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhoto images are for illustrative purposes only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Aromatherapy Shop Ltd","offers":[{"title":"1ml pure sample","offer_id":56894109155714,"sku":"7214","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5ml (0.17 fl.ozs)","offer_id":56894109188482,"sku":"7215","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10ml (0.35 fl.ozs)","offer_id":56894109221250,"sku":"7216","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30ml (1.05 fl.ozs)","offer_id":56894109254018,"sku":"7217","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/2804\/4418\/files\/petitgrain-absolute-moroccan-botanical.png?v=1788709626","url":"https:\/\/www.thearomatherapyshop.com\/products\/petitgrain-absolute-citrus-aurantium-var-amara-dark-green-citrus-origin-morocco","provider":"The Aromatherapy Shop Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}