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Ginger

Ginger
At a glance

Ginger is a fragrance note appearing in 511 perfumes in this directory, built from 8 related materials catalogued here.

What it smells like

Ginger smells warm, spicy and zingy, with a fresh, lemony brightness and a woody, slightly earthy heat. It feels lively and invigorating, like slicing a fresh root and catching the sharp, citrusy spray. It is used in the top and heart to add energy and a clean, spicy sparkle. It pairs well with citrus, woods, musk, vetiver and florals, giving compositions a vibrant, modern bite.

Ginger is listed in 511 perfumes in this directory. It is most often used as a top note (66% of its appearances). It is most often paired with bergamot, musk, amber and cedarwood. Related materials in our library include Ginger absolute and Ginger extract.

Why notes get sorted into top, heart, and base →

Materials used to create this note Bergamot oil, expressed Ginger absolute Ginger CO2 extract Ginger extract Ginger oil Ginger oil, rectified Ginger oleoresin Ginger, microwave extraction
Perfumes featuring this note 005 Riviera Absolue 0905 0905 Profumo solido 0905 Solid 1 Million Lucky 1,2,3 Stella! 16a Orchard 1872 Feminine Original Collection 1981 Los Angeles 21 and Sexy 212 Heroes 212 Men 212 Vip Men 304 Ombre Pourpre 360° Black 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger 803 Givre Patchouli 901 Soir Tonka 902 Hazy Spice A Wondrous Flight Abjar Bois Absolu Aventus Absolute Adolfo Classic