All the Tea in China You might be familiar with green tea and black tea. You might have even heard of Longjing or Pu’er. But did you know that the commonly known black tea is called red tea in China,
Peruvian Fruits
Unveiling the Peruvian Authentic Tastes When have you last tasted something so exquisite, the stimulus on the palate lingered for the days to come? To experience it we recommend the flavors from the area around Machu Picchu and a section
The Scents of Shangri-La
Imagine yourself strolling on the sidewalk on a bright spring day. A stranger passes by, leaving a fleeting record of scent for you to explore – an enchanting blend of floral perfumery: neroli, tuberose, ylang-ylang, and magnolia. So far, so
‘Tis the Season for Scents
While the holidays may look and feel a little different this year—’tis the official season for scents. The festive spirit fills homes with aromas via candles, diffusers, and even detergents. Whether nostalgic or a twist on a classic, home fragrances
Madagascar: Ylang Ylang. A Sun Scented Flower
Powerful and potent. Some choose ylang ylang oil for its soothing and relaxing properties. Others look to it for its romantic, sweet floral aroma. Like many perfumery natural ingredients, ylang ylang has traveled a long way. The Filipino name ilang-ilang
Madagascar: Queen Vanilla
Is Madagascar the Garden of Eden? When entering the natural environment of Madagascar one may easily feel like immersing him or herself into an enchanted garden. The rich soil, conducive climate, and ecological farming – make it the ideal home
Finding the Cleanest Air in the World
Our Expeditions of Discovery Embark on unique journeys with Symrise to discover exotic locations where nature reigns supreme. We’re on the hunt for stimulating scents and flavors that serve as inspiration to our creative teams who work to bring these
Of Blue Gold and White Angels
Although lavender was first used by the Romans who used it to scent their baths, beds, clothes and hair more than 2000 years ago, today lavender is an easily recognizable symbol of the south of France. Famously cultivated in the