Bergamot
The name "Bergamot" comes from the Turkish words "beg-armudi" which means "Prince's Pear". It is the most exotic citrus fruit.
It first became popular at the court of King Louis XIV of France in the 16th century, where aristocrats commonly wore bergamot-scented perfumes.
Today, bergamot aroma is widely used in food, beverages, perfumes, and cosmetics such as creams, shower gels, and essential oils for aromatherapy.
It was even used in traditional medicines throughout Renaissance Europe as it was believed to have healing properties to keep the fever at bay. Wealthy members of society often wore a pomander around their necks, heavily scented with notes of bergamot to hide the stench of body odor.