Science
Primary Reaction
Vaporization of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
citrusyfloralherbalwoodyfresh
Wine Analogy
Similar to the bouquet of a fine Riesling
Coffee Analogy
Comparable to the aromatic complexity of a light roast Ethiopian Yirgacheffe
Perfume Analogy
Evokes the top notes of a citrus-forward eau de cologne
Origin & History
Civilization
Han Chinese
Era
Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE)
Region
East Asia
Spread Path
Silk Road trade routes
Molecular Pairing
Key Compounds Produced
Limonene (C10H16)Linalool (C10H18O)Geraniol (C10H18O)Ethanol (C2H5OH)Water (H2O)