Anise
Sweet, licorice freshness; cool and aromatic.
Fragrance Family
Spicy
Note Type
Top — Top Notes
Origin
Mediterranean
Olfactory Strength
Strong · 7/9Anise carries a strong olfactory strength. This measures its perceived dominance independent of concentration — a strong material makes its presence felt even in small amounts and can easily lead a composition.
About Anise in Perfumery
Anise belongs to the spicy family and functions as a top note — the bright first impression that greets the nose and then gently fades within the opening minutes. The first impression — fleeting and bright. It is a versatile material that perfumers reach for across many styles of composition.
Fragrances featuring Anise
Poison
Dior · 1985
Azzaro Pour Homme
Azzaro · 1978
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