Notes Atlas/Bergamot
Bergamot orange peel · Bright, Tea-like · 5,836 fragrances
Bergamot.
5,836
Fragrances
1901
Earliest use in catalog
top
Typical position · 99%
Citrus
Reads as
Bergamot smells like Earl Grey tea—bright citrus with a subtle floral bitterness. It has a fresh, rounded character without sharp acidity. Nearly universal in masculine and unisex fragrances as an opening note.
Citrus · Notes Atlas
Profile
What it reads as.
Share of bergamot-bearing fragrances carrying each accord.
Family
Pairs with.
Synthetic stand-in
Rarely needed (affordable natural oil)
Where to wear it
The fragrances that wear it best.
The Story
How it behaves in a bottle.
Bergamot lives in the top notes, providing the first impression. It evaporates within 30-60 minutes but sets the tone for everything that follows.
Creates citrus-forward colognes and eau de toilettes (most classic men's fragrances)
Bergamot provides instant freshness and approachability. It softens sharp edges and makes heavier fragrances more wearable, especially in warm weather.