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What does Votivo's Red Currant smell like?Updated 12 hours ago

Red Currant is Votivo's best-selling fragrance, and for good reason. It's beloved year-round and has a devoted following of customers who come back to it again and again.

The Scent Profile

Smells like: Tart citrus and earthy greens

Feels like: Sun-drenched leaves and golden rays filtering through greenhouse windows

Red Currant captures that perfect balance of bright and grounded. It's tart without being sharp, green without being overly herbal, and fresh without feeling generic.

The Fragrance Notes

Top Notes: Earthy Green, Galbanum, Tart Citrus

Middle Notes: Cassis, Tropical Fruit

Base Notes: Fruity Musk

The tart citrus hits you first, followed by the heart of cassis (black currant) and tropical fruit. The earthy green notes and fruity musk create a grounding foundation that keeps the scent from being too sweet or one-dimensional.

Why People Love It

Red Currant is one of those rare fragrances that works in any season, any room, and appeals to almost everyone. It's fresh enough for spring and summer, but has enough depth for fall and winter.

It's also incredibly versatile. Red Currant works beautifully in kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, and bathrooms. It's sophisticated without being stuffy, unique without being polarizing.

What Customers Say

"For many years, I have enjoyed the Red Currant scent. And still to this day, it brings back all of the beautiful memories – when a dear friend opened the candle as a gift; when I lit the candle after a birthday dinner party; and when I moved in to a new home. Thank you for being part of my life, experiences and memories." – Aaron C.

This is the power of Red Currant. It becomes anchored to people's meaningful moments. Years later, that scent transports them right back to those memories.

Fragrance Family

Red Currant falls into the Fruit + Citrus family, though it also has strong green and fresh elements. 

Where to Find It

Red Currant is available in our full product line:

  • Signature Candle
  • Tortoise Candle
  • Discovery Candle
  • Reed Diffuser
  • Room & Linen Spray
  • Car Fragrance

The Bottom Line

Red Currant smells like tart citrus and earthy greens with a sun-drenched warmth. It's Votivo's best-selling fragrance for a reason: it's approachable, sophisticated, memorable, and works beautifully in any space, any season. If you're trying Votivo for the first time, Red Currant is the perfect place to start.


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