Biting into an almond, the first thing you notice is its crunch. After that comes a sweet, buttery flavor that melts on the tongue, leaving behind a sweet and milky taste. It’s a distinct, nutty flavor that just about anyone (perhaps only save those with nut allergies) will enjoy.
Fortunately for us, almond perfume oil has just about the same scent. Nourished and silky smooth, the almond note used in perfumery is sweet, powdery, nutty, and slightly bitter. It has a very gourmand profile overall, with a very edible quality.
Almonds are versatile, too, and are often found in perfumes that fall within the smell-good-enough-to-eat range. The combination of almond and vanilla (or caramel), for instance, produces an olfactory sensation so delicious it’ll make you want to lick it off your own skin. Luminous as it is, almond also goes well with the fresher, vivacious notes that we see in spring. Think fresh florals or juicy fruits.