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What does black tea smell like?
Black tea can suggest dry leaves, tannin, hay and a faintly smoky or fruity nuance. Its character depends on the tea style being evoked. A perfume tea note is not necessarily sweet or milky: it can provide a restrained, almost papery dryness.
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The material behind the impression
Black tea is made through the oxidation of Camellia sinensis leaves. In perfume, the impression may be built from extracts, aroma materials or a blend. Chinese black tea is a geographical descriptor in the catalogue, not proof of a particular cultivar or sourcing certificate.
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Its place in the composition
Tea brings a dry counterpoint to cherry and vanilla, or a quieter texture beside citrus and ginger. It can be listed in the heart or base depending on the composition. Its aromatic subtlety may be more noticeable in the spaces between sweeter notes.






