Bitter Orange

At a glance

Cold-pressed from the peel of the bitter (Seville) orange, mainly in Spain and Italy, giving a tangy, slightly bitter citrus top note distinct from sweet orange.

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Origin

Citrus aurantium peel, primarily Mediterranean countries

Extraction

Cold expression

Profile

Bitter, tangy citrus scent with a floral undertone

IFRA status

Restricted, phototoxicity limits under IFRA standards

Cost tier

Low