monoterpene, also abundant in citrus peel oils
Limonene
lemon peel, orange zest, bright citrus rind
Pairs with sweet, cookie, or candy notes.
Terpene reference
What you smell
in the jar.
Five common terpenes, by aroma.
Aroma notes only. Not medical advice.
sesquiterpene, also abundant in black pepper and cloves
Caryophyllene
black pepper, clove, woody, slightly spicy
Adds spice and depth beside citrus, gas, or sweet notes.
monoterpene, also abundant in lavender and birch
Linalool
lavender, soft floral, sometimes a slight sweet powder
Complements purple, dessert-leaning flower.
monoterpene, also abundant in mango and hops
Myrcene
musky, earthy, herbal, slight tropical fruit
Deepens gassy or stone-fruit profiles.
monoterpene, also abundant in pine needles and rosemary
Pinene
fresh pine, sharp evergreen, sometimes a hint of rosemary
A clean forest note that balances cookie, citrus, or sweet.