Licorice

13 perfumes

Derived from the Glycyrrhiza glabra root, licorice offers a complex, bittersweet profile defined by glycyrrhizin. It balances earthy, woody depths with a distinct anise-like, medicinal sweetness. Often acting as a bridge between heart and base notes, it adds a dark, balsamic texture to compositions. In Gulf perfumery, licorice is a sophisticated partner to heavy ouds and spicy ambers, echoing the traditional, nostalgic aroma of local herbal tonics, bringing a refined, resinous edge to opulent, long-lasting oriental fragrance blends.