‘Blackcurrant’ reminds you of the delectable savouries such as ice-creams, cheesecakes, pies, jams and tarts that you have relished in the past. It may however interest you to know that other than food, the distilled absolute of the blackcurrant buds and leaves (known as bourgeon de cassis) is widely used in perfumery to produce fruity/ floral perfumes.
Blackcurrant is a deciduous shrub that is grown in temperate regions on damp, fertile soil. Rich in vitamin C, it was widely cultivated in 11th century Russia. The fruit became popular during World War II in Great Britain to make up for the absence of other fruits rich in vitamin C. The fruit, its juice as well as extracts are used in a variety of cooking as well as beverages.
The tart-sweet smell of Blackcurrant is used in perfumes to provide a tangy fruity, woody scent. Combined with other flavours, the minty and fruity notes of Blackcurrant give us a range of aromas, which surface layer after layer as time goes by. Experts have suggested that fruity and floral perfumes are the right options for the Indian summer. This makes Blackcurrant the right ingredient for the hot and humid Indian climate.
We welcome the fairer sex to try our refreshing perfume by the name ‘Blossom’ that contains Blackcurrant.
Author: Sandipani Padhi