Note · Citrus
Citron
Citrus medica
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Citron is one of the oldest citrus fruits. Its thick zest gives a fresh, slightly bitter, almost spicy oil, less sour than lemon.
What it brings
A raw, zesty freshness that lasts longer than other citrus.
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Material profile
- Family
- Citrus
- Nature
- Natural material
- Botanical name
- Citrus medica
- Origin
- A large, thick-skinned citrus fruit grown in Italy (Calabria), Corsica and Greece.
- How it is obtained
- Cold expression
- On Volute
- 5 fragrances