Spearmint oil, Scotch

At a glance

Steam‑distilled oil from Mentha spicata leaves/twigs cultivated in Scotland; bright, sweet‑green, minty with subtle fruity nuances, widely used in aromatherapy, cosmetics and flavoring.

Category
🌿 Natural
Origin
Leaf/Twig
Extraction
Steam distillation
Chemical family
Monoterpene ketone (carvone)
CAS number
91770-24-0
IFRA status
Restricted -- controlled via carvone & limonene content
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01