Gariguette Strawberry
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A French INRAE-bred strawberry cultivar (Fragaria × ananassa 'Gariguette,' 1976) — elongated, intensely aromatic, with pronounced acidity. In perfumery a reconstructed accord — no commercial strawberry extract exists; the Gariguette reference is constructed from ethyl methylphenylglycidate (the 'strawberry aldehyde'), furaneol, γ-decalactone and a touch of damascenone.
- Type
- Accord
- Olfactive family
- Fruity
- Subfamily
- Berry notes
- Cluster
- Berry notes
- Source
- fruit
- Chemical class
- No commercial perfumery material
Scent
Terroir & Post-Harvest Process
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Extraction & Chemistry
Extraction method
No strawberry essential oil, absolute, or enfleurage exists commercially. Strawberry notes in perfumery are exclusively synthetic accords using esters and lactones.
- Formula
- Complex mixture — key aroma compounds: ethyl butyrate C₆H₁₂O₂, methyl cinnamate C₁₀H₁₀O₂, furaneol C₆H₈O₃
- CAS
- N/A — natural fruit cultivar
- Botanical
- Fragaria × ananassa
- Appearance
- Elongated conical red fruit; particularly aromatic French strawberry cultivar
- Odour strength
- Medium
- Lasting power
- 6–12 hours
- Synonyms
- Gariguette, Strawberry
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- Note
- Gariguette — premium French strawberry cultivar (Fragaria × ananassa); olfactory note recreated via synthetic accords in perfumery
In Perfumery
Gariguette Strawberry is a heart note in perfumery, offering a luscious and fruity character that enhances the overall composition. It pairs wonderfully with floral notes like jasmine and rose, as well as citruses such as bergamot and lemon. Its sweet profile complements gourmand ingredients like vanilla and caramel, enriching desserts and sweet-themed fragrances. Perfumers utilize Gariguette Strawberry to carries feelings of nostalgia and warmth, often aiming to capture the essence of summer in their creations. Its scent profile allows for creative freedom, adding a refreshing twist to traditional fragrance families.
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