Buchu is a uniquely fragrant herb endemic to the Western Cape of South Africa. For centuries, the botanical has been sought-after by local populations and international buyers alike, renowned for its rarity and purported health benefits. Today, buchu oil plays an integral role in the global flavor and fragrance industry, providing an excellent modifier to cassis, raspberry, mango, grapefruit, and other “tart-fruity” profiles. Buchu’s powerful diffusive properties also work well in a wide range of colognes and chypre bases, adding to the material’s overall versatility.