Mate Absolute (Robertet)

A deeply aromatic and complex profile is revealed in this specialty, reminiscent of freshly brewed South American tea blended with the scent of sun-dried hay. The olfactive signature of Mate Absolute (Robertet) is distinctly herbal and leafy, carrying a characteristic bitterness and a compelling phenolic quality that evolves into a dry, tenacious tobacco undertone. Obtained from the leaves of Ilex paraguariensis through a dual process of volatile solvent extraction and subsequent alcohol purification, this material captures an authentic, rich essence. Its distinctive odor is partly attributed to a composition including molecules like theaspirane and ionones, which lend it subtle woody and leathery facets, making it a highly nuanced ingredient.

In perfumery, this material provides a unique, dry, and naturalistic greenness, acting as an invaluable modifier in herbal, fougère, and modern chypre compositions. It imparts tenacity and a sophisticated bitterness that can effectively balance sweetness or add dimension to fresh accords. Recommended for use from trace amounts up to 0.5%, it offers diffusion and complexity without overwhelming a formula. The inclusion of Yerba mate absolute blends exceptionally well with citrus top notes like bergamot, floral absolutes such as osmanthus, and deepens the character of tobacco or leather accords, introducing an elegant, leafy texture and a refined tea-like signature.