Sensational Aroma: The Tantalising Scent of Freshly Brewed Coffee on Skin

Coffee beans contain over 800 aromatic compounds that contribute to the beloved sensory and taste experience of this most loved brew. The diversity of taste and scent depends largely on the variety of beans, where grown, processing techniques, and degree of roasting. Understanding the key compounds is essential for intentionally crafting coffee, not just to drink but also as it becomes infused within a perfume. The Italian Perfume brand Maison Tahité has a collection of New Gourmand fragrances. Find out more in Sensational Aroma: The Tantalising Scent of Freshly Brewed Coffee on Skin

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The journey from bean to brew is a complex one, where each step imparts its own unique signature on the final aroma. The roasting process, in particular, is where the magic happens, transforming the green, earthy notes of the raw beans into the rich, full-bodied fragrance that coffee aficionados adore.

It’s during this stage that the beans develop their characteristic chocolate, caramel, and nutty notes, as the heat catalyses a series of chemical reactions known as the Maillard reaction. This reaction is also responsible for the enticing aromas of baked bread and seared steak. In perfumery, these roasted notes are captured and amplified, creating a scent profile that is both comforting and invigorating, much like the drink itself.

Green, unroasted beans have grassy, herbal notes from compounds like freshly cut grass.

Light roasts produce more acetaldehyde, lending fruity and sweet notes. Dark roasts generate more ‘roasty’, nutty chocolate aromas.

Other major players include scents like furfuryl alcohol for a freshly baked bread essence. Imagine the smell of bread coming out of the oven, that’s what furfuryl alcohol can contribute to a product. And for some fruity and flowery smells, like the fresh, green aroma of a sliced cucumber or apple. The complexity of coffee aromas comes from combining these volatile scent molecules in countless permutations.

A gourmand perfume is a fragrance that primarily consists of synthetic edible notes such as honey, chocolate, vanilla, or candy. These sweet and delectable notes are often blended with non-edible base notes like patchouli or musk to create a complex scent profile. Gourmand fragrances are sometimes described as olfactory desserts because of their delicious and inviting aroma.

In the world of gourmand perfumes, these scents play a crucial role in creating a comforting, almost nostalgic, sensory experience. The warm, toasty aroma of furfuryl alcohol evokes memories of a cosy bakery, while other ingredients add layers of depth and interest.

Maison Tahité is a perfume company from Italy that started in 2020. The founder, Roberto Drago, wanted to make perfumes that use classic ingredients in a new way. They’re known for making scents that remind you of coffee, among other things. This brand is all about taking familiar smells and turning them into modern perfumes that everyone can enjoy. 

Maison Tahité’s diverse collections, including three Eau de Parfum lines, pay homage to the rich and aromatic raw materials of Vanilla, Cocoa, and Coffee. These collections are not just fragrances but an olfactory celebration of the earth’s natural gifts, crafted for those who seek to indulge in the artistry of scent while upholding the values of sustainability.

Among all these delicious dessert-like aromas, Velvet Coffee is a perfume that smells like a delicious cup of coffee with a hint of sweetness. It has:

Top notes: This perfume has cardamom, which is spicy, and cocoa, which is like chocolate.

Middle notes: The perfume has a coffee smell mixed with woody cedar, sweet benzoin (like vanilla), and a bit of floral and earthy scents from orris and carrot oil.

Base notes:. The perfume ends with creamy sandalwood, green oakmoss, a touch of leather, earthy patchouli, tropical vetiver, sweet vanilla, and a musky scent.

So brew a fresh cup and uncork the bottle and embark on an olfactory expedition, where each fragrance note is like a step on a path through an enchanted forest of scents. With every breath, you’re invited to explore the rich, complex world of gourmand aromas that blend the familiar with the exotic.

This perfume is not just a scent; it’s a narrative in a bottle, a tale of ingredients that dance together in perfect harmony to create a sensory experience that lingers like a cherished memory. Allow the perfume to guide you through a day filled with moments of beauty and indulgence, where every spritz is a reminder of life’s sweetest pleasures.

To find out more about Maison Tahité Velvet Coffee visit maisontahite.com Available in-store at: Liberty of London
Available online at Libertylondon.com

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