{"title":"Gas-Fired Oud Oils","description":"\u003cp\u003eA steady, even flame gives a clean and consistent distillation — often chosen for co-distillations and delicate woods where control matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tanjung-selor-2021-pure-new-gen-north-kalimantan-artisan-oud-oil-malaccensis-and-hirta-co-distillation","title":"Tanjung Selor 2021 : Minty Florals, Sea Salt and Incense North Kalimantan Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Tanjung Selor, North Kalimantan Bulungan Regency\u003cbr\u003e(Adjacent to the Coast, and across the Bay from Tarakan Island - Bordering both North and East Kalimantan)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild, Incense Grade Malacenssis and Candan\/Hirta Chips\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : New Gen : Stainless\/Copper Hybrid Hydro-distillation - Distilled at the beginning of October 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe town of Tanjung Selor is the capital of both the North Kalimantan province in Indonesia, and of the Bulungan Regency. It is the only provincial capital in Indonesia that is a district (kecamatan) and which as of 2021 does not yet have city status, except for Mamuju in West Sulawesi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTanjung Selor was a small market town under the Sultanate of Bulungan, which later became the subject of the Dutch East Indies. After the Indonesian National Revolution, it became part of the Swapraja (Autonomus Royal Region) of Bulungan following Decree No. 186\/ORB\/ 92\/14\/1950 from the then-Kalimantan province governor. This later changed again into the Special Region of Bulungan under Law No. 22 of 1955. In 1959, the sultanate was abolished and became a second-level administrative region, now called a regency.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTanjung Selor was split from Tanjung Palas District, based on Bulungan Regency Law No. 13 of 2002, together with other seven new districts after the decentralization. Before the creation of the new North Kalimantan province split from East Kalimantan, it was determined to locate the provincial capital on mainland Kalimantan rather than the in the then-largest provincial city of Tarakan, which is an island. As such, Tanjung Selor is among few Indonesian provincial capitals to be created from scratch, alongside with Sofifi and Palangka Raya.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeographically, the district is mostly a flat, low-lying region with hills whose height varies from 0 to 500 meters above sea level. The district borders Central Tanjung Palas District in the north, East Tanjung Palas District in the east and the south, and Kayan river in the west. Soil in the district is acidic, with a pH range between 4 and 6. Another river, the Selor, also runs through the district - and just to the East is the Celebes Sea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoastal Agarwoods, especially with proximity this close to the ocean - usually smell spectacular - with hints of sea breezes and salty air present in the oil - and the specific region is known for a lovely floral note in its Agarwoods.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the first oil I'm releasing from a new distillation partner - which means juicing on new equipment, which means a new and distinctive scent, as the equipment really does impact how an oil smells. New Territory for us at Rising Phoenix, with several test batches we've run, and multiple new oils in process. 2022 should be a lot of fun 😉\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePersonally, I really like incense-style distillations both for their complexity, as well as their potency, and I break those down in to two types of distillations :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Smokey Incense - more akin to heating a chip on charcoal\u003cbr\u003e2. Not necessarily smokey - but an incense'y character to the oil that is like the first wisps of heating a chip on one of our Subitisms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTanjung Selor 2021 is distilled in the latter style - and you'll be quite pleased with the sheer depth of the scent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew Gen\/Non-soaking style means no fermentation notes and a clear, clean odor profile devoid of any barnyard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI often shelve oils for 1-3 years before releasing them, or at the very least a few months. However - I wanted to get this oil out as I think it'll develop a spicy floral quality that I want you to witness while it's in your hands. It'll continue to deepen and thicken as it ages, and the floral notes should get even stronger than they are now over the next year or two.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo produce Tanjung Selor 2021, we juiced Incense Grade Malacenssis and Candan\/Hirta Chips, and you'll notice a hint of floral milkiness already present on the front end of the oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oil when it first came out of the still was GREEN. It's settled to a BLACK’ish GREEN color, with hints of red when the light hits it right.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSubtle notes of Sea Salt and Ocean Breezes are also present - notes I find more commonly from trees close to the ocean. It's as if the trees inhale deeply of fresh sea breezes, and in turn store those beachside memories to later be released when heating their resin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat you can expect here with Tanjung Selor 2021 is the enrapturing scent of gently heated resin dense chips releasing their minty floral aromatic goodness on one of Rising Phoenix's Subitisms, along with delicate incense smoke and deep, deep resin bubbles. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLasting an incredible 12-16 hours or more on skin, and lasting days on the label of my jacket.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the first release of several new oils that are in the works with a new distillation partner. We've been running test batches and have been getting some spectacular results. Tanjung Selor 2021 is the first release in what I'm sure will be an awful lot of great smelling oils from Indonesia and Rising Phoenix!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Tanjung Selor Malaccensis,Tanjung Selor Candan Hirta,Codistillation","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154943865057,"sku":"","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154943897825,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154943930593,"sku":"","price":670.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3522762057_f2cb.jpg?v=1698076456"},{"product_id":"3-kings-2022-filippino-sri-lankan-indian-co-distilled-pure-oud-oil","title":"3 Kings 2022 : Rich Umami, Pastoral Hay and Cumingiana Florals Co-Distilled Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eJungles : Co-Distillation of :\u003cbr\u003e-Philippines (Leyte, Bicol, and Mindanao)\u003cbr\u003e-Sri Lankan (Adam)\u003cbr\u003e-Hindi (Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild, Premium Shavings and Broken Chips\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : 7 Day Clean Soak, 14 Day Run - Stainless over Gas, January 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is another unicorn. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI’ve mentioned previously that for the past few years, I’ve had a dedicated employee who finds some unique stuff for me traveling across India - who also distills some unique stuff for me. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo I pick up a lot of stuff we find along the way. Which begs the question - what to do when you have small batches of shavings and chips, but it’s not quite enough to run a single distillation? Combine them, of course!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a batch we produced back in January of 2022 from an amalgamation of shavings and chips from 7 different locations in 3 different countries - detailed above. Highly unique and probably not something we could replicate due to the uniqueness of the mix we put together. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTook me 2 years to gather the materials for this little project, and now that it’s got more than a year of aging on it - I think it’s ready to hit the streets. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the 5th Filippino oil I’ve offered. \u003cbr\u003e2 New Gens (Adobo Leyte \u0026amp; Tandaya Leyte)\u003cbr\u003e2 Traditionals (Kakawit \u0026amp; Manila)\u003cbr\u003eAnd now - the first Co-Distillation 💪🏼\u003cbr\u003e5 Unicorns 🦄 and counting …\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf we’re being honest - I’m having a little trouble pegging this one down. When you smell it - you’ll understand what I mean …\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmelling from the bottle - I think you’d be fooled into thinking it’s a Hindi. The light pastoral scent of Hay and light fermentation leading you to think it’s a pure Indian Oud oil. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen comes the swipe. Wait. It’s not a Hindi. 🧐 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s a potent oil. Can tell as much from the strong scent from the bottle. Very Royal smelling and feeling, if ever there were such a thing. It’s an enveloping scent - one that kinda makes my eyes want to roll back in my head. Less of a mind zinger and more of a rooting my feet a mile down in the ground kinda oil. Makes me feel like one of those Maoi Heads on Easter Island. Meditative. Zen-like. Buddha’s Breath kinda stuff. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpens up Smelling like the Philippines, although I wouldn’t say it smells of any singular place. Smells more Expansive than that. That rich, Cumingiana floral scent that’s a little reminiscent of old Cambodi. There’s 1 King. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oil continues to develop, and I can’t quite place if it smells like a Silani Gyrinops - or an Indian Agallocha. It smells like both. It smells like neither. Alternating and morphing from one to the other. The 2nd and 3rd Kings sitting for a conversation over tea. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf Hindis are the Kings of Agarwood - Sri Lankans are the Jewel in their Crown. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe floral tone of the Filippino Cumingiana combines nicely with the oceanic vibe from the Silani. That oceanic Silani tone melds beautifully into that deep, sweet Hay and Amber from the Hindi. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3 Kings. Check Mate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: CoDistillation :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilipino Oud\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSri Lankan Oud\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndian Oud\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154948059361,"sku":"","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154948092129,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154948124897,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4828687333_rwpd.jpg?v=1698076565"},{"product_id":"haflong-qinam-2022-pure-haflong-assam-hindi-oud-oil-pure-indian-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Haflong Qinam 2022 : Ripe Florals, Tea and Honey Assam Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Haflong, Southern Assam : India\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild - Incense Chips\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : New Gen, Copper : Incense Chips\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Agallocha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo I had written previously about Haflong After Burn - an oil produced from the shavings from some high grade incense chips from Haflong and Haranga Jao (two towns about 10 miles apart). Those shavings were used to produce a traditional Deg and Bapka distillation by fire - and it's an absolutely explosive oil that I love and have been a bit reluctant to sell, I'm loving it that much.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow - imagine distilling those high grade incense chips New Gen style, with no soak … and that's exactly what we did! The experiment couldn’t have come out better. 💪🏼\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe always like keeping it interesting over here, doing things few, if any, think or dare to do.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe had produced After Burn from shavings from two neighboring towns in the southern reaches of Assam with a more traditional Indian set up. I wanted an ass kicker produced from the actual high grade chips that we cleaned up, and as a deep lover of the floral notes from Haflong woods - I selected the Haflong chips, black with resin, to juice New Gen-style in a small copper set up. No soak, no funk - all squeeky clean.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat I didn't expect was an Indian Agallocha, ripe with gorgeous floral notes - to also have a thick, kynamic nuance to it. Now you've heard me say - I really detest using that term, Kynamic\/Kynam - as I feel it has been hijacked and is used everywhere nowadays. But I have to say ... this new pristine Haflong oil really does smell ... like raw Kynam. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd so I make use of the Chinese term, Qinam, to pay homage to this marvelous scent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHaflong Qinam is a thick oil. Not quite thaqueel thick ... but it's dense. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe scent is also dense. Ripe floral notes. Thick tea and honey. Hints of toasted nuts. Rich wood and resin - with a drydown that, on my skin, rivals any strong musky note I've smelled in just about anything else. I find myself reluctant to sell any of this oil, as well 😆\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI had a Taiwanese friend over here over the weekend. Asian noses tend to not be too fond of any detectable level of fermentation in an oil - but he's a rare exception to the rule. He LOVED After Burn. But Haflong Qinam ... I think was tugging on some heart strings. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWearing After Burn on one wrist, and HQ on the other, he had his wife - a big lover of more clean New Gen oils - take a few deep inhales of his wrists. She was like warm on After Burn (no surprise there) - but man, her reaction to HQ! Needless to say, she was very quick to fall in love with Haflong Qinam. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo if you love those traditional florals and hays like me - go for After Burn. A personal fave of mine. You’ll love it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut if you yearn for those pristine, beautiful oils that make angels sing - take a swing at Haflong Qinam. I’ve made a lot of pristine New Gen Hindis over the years, but never quite one like this. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaybe grab a bottle of both for comparison - we've been given two wrists for a reason. 😉\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEither way - there's no going wrong with fantastic oils like these.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the price - this oil bats way above the price. Be sure to grab some while available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Pure New Gen Haflong Oud Oil,Pure Dehn al Oudh","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154951925985,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4260969454_e6ud.jpg?v=1698076697"},{"product_id":"kakawit-2010-vintage-filippino-oud-oil-pure-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Kakawit 2010 : Tropical Fruits, Ocean Breeze and Incense Smoke Filipino Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Kakawit Lucban \u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Copper Deg, Gas Flame\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Unspecified, but I suspect a Gyrinops and Cumingiana Co-Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs rare as oils from the Philippines are - rarer still are vintage oils from the region. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an interesting batch - as it was actually distilled locally in the Philippines - in copper and over a gas flame. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso interesting in that it was distilled for a Kuwaiti client that wanted a clean oil. Part of this batch was sold in Kuwait more than a decade ago. The last of it, here, was kept by the owner to age. He kept a few Tolas for himself, and the remainder of it is here with me. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oil itself is a bit of an enigma. Starts out like a smooth, aged oil of Indian origin that would make anyone who loves aged Hindi’s happy even if it ended right here. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs if to take us on a journey, Kakawit takes a surprising turn towards a breezy, tropically fruity Heart reminiscent of a beautiful Sri Lankan Walla. Although the species on this was never specified - it’s this Walla likeness that leads me to believe it’s most likely a Gyrinops species. Although the drydown has me wondering if there’s some Cumingiana in here, as well. More on that in a moment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter winding through India and Sri Lanka, tropical fruits and luscious ocean breezes putting our Minds at ease - what I can only describe as incense smoke emerges, made extra bizarre as I don’t detect anything that I’d call smoke in the Top or Heart of the oil. It’s here in the Base that I’d say Kakawit starts to hit me more as a Filippino oil, especially as it smells like a mix of Walla and Cumingiana chips on a nice ashy charcoal - smooth and refined…before drying down to a musk bomb. It’s bizarre and unexpected and oh-so-much fun 🤯\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the oil was distilled locally in the Philippines - I’m positive this is a 100% Filipino origin oil and is not mixed with any Walla or Agallocha - which makes the enigmatic journey through India, Sri Lanka, and crossing the finish line in the Philippines all the more cool. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGiven the age of the oil - and we all know how insane the woods coming out of the Philippines were these recent past few years - it’s safe to assume the quality of wood that went in to making this oil more than a decade ago was some pretty damn nice wood. You can smell right here off your wrist. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo the value, in this regard, is like 3 Origins and 2 Species for the price of 1 oil. Quite an adventure!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Kakawit Lucban Oud Oil,Pure Vintage Dehn al Oudg,Pure Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154952909025,"sku":"","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154952941793,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154952974561,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4373794137_90lt.jpg?v=1698076726"},{"product_id":"balpakram-valley-2019-meghalaya-and-manipur-codistillation-pure-oud-oil","title":"Balpakram Valley 2019 : Dark Toffee, Milk Chocolate and Citrus Hindi Oud Oil","description":"Balpakram 2019 : Meghalaya and Manipur Codistillation - Pure Oud Oil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Class : Wild, 80% Premium Shavings and 20% Broken Incense Chips\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Jungles : Garo-Hills in Meghalaya \u0026amp; Tamenglong in Manipur Codistillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Distillation : June 2019 - Stainless - 7 Day Non-Barnyard Soak - Hydro Co-distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Premium New Gen\/Zero Funk\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeghalaya woods and oils are generally known for their sweet hay and suede notes, along with fruity plums and dried raisins. Not so, here ... more on that in a moment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeghalaya in Sanskrit means \"the abode of clouds\". It's a hilly region in NorthEastern india in the foothills of the Himalayas. It's a high altitude region that also happens to be one of the wettest places on earth, yielding ideal conditions for growing Agarwood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Garo Hills are part of the Garo-Khasi range in Meghalaya, India. They are inhabited mainly by tribal dwellers, the majority of whom are Garo people. The range is part of the Meghalaya subtropical forests ecoregion. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGaro Hills is known for its abundance of wildlife, attracting naturalists and photographers to capture the multifaceted sights of a unique range of flora and fauna. Two mountain ranges - the Arabella range and the Tura range, pass through the Garo Hills, forming the great Balpakram valley in between.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManipur woods and oils have long been cherished as some of the best from the region. Citrus and fruit notes can be teased from the woods in non-fermented distillations, as well as with the occasional spicy peppery notes - a characteristic unique to this region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat happens when you co-distill them??\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil yields all kinds of surprises many thanks to the magic of co-distillation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI think it's the Garo Hills Meghalaya content that is yielding a toffee-like sweetness reminiscent of milk chocolate and hits of citrus from the Manipuri.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts a deep, rich scent - reminiscent of Mahogany and Teak libraries and shots of bitter espresso wafting into the air as people do their research.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI get less fruitiness - and more soft-worn leather stretched across dark, heavy wood furniture - and maybe a pinch of spiciness hiding in the cracks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dark toffee-like Oudiness with the Sweetness of Milk Chocolate and a dash of Citrus\" is how I would describe this oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall its an incredible oil - tons of nuance and layers and layers of Oudy goodness to explore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall batch, small yields - grab some while it's available!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Garo Hills Meghalaya,Tamenglong Manipur,Wild Hindi Oud,Codistillation","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154953236705,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154953269473,"sku":"","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154953302241,"sku":"","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154953335009,"sku":"","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154953367777,"sku":"","price":1225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4789184995_bq96.jpg?v=1698076737"},{"product_id":"borikhamxay-2023-new-gen-incense-grade-wild-central-laos-antwood-pure-dehn-al-oud-rising-phoenix-perfumery","title":"Borikhamxay 2023 : Juiced Pear, Nectar and Wildflowers Laos Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Borikhamxay, Central Laos\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild, Incense Grade\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Crassna\/Sinensis\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : New Gen, Copper\u003cbr\u003eDistillation Date : August 2023\u003cbr\u003eProfile : Clean, No Fermentation\/Barnyard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a small batch of Wild Laos Antwood Oil that I had produced in August of 2023. I only produced about 20g in total. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**This is NOT a Taiwanese Oil - I had this custom produced for me in Vietnam\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWild Laos oils in general are quite challenging to produce, as they've been harvesting woods out of Laos for literal millennia. Woods and oils are especially beloved in the Arab\/Gulf Market - but there are some \"Asian Market\" flavors to be found in Laos, as well. Borikhamxay is one such example.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorikhamxay I had produced from some exquisite wild ant wood. Antwoods in general are known for their sweetness, and are especially beloved and appreciated in the Asian market. The Arab Market tends to go for the Malaccensis woods found in Laos, especially those closer to the Western and Northern borders in the country. Asians, on the other hand, go for the Crassna and Sinensis species, which are much more rare in the region - and that's what we've produced for you, here. Check the listing photos for some photos of the woods used to produce this oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOils like what we have here could easily be mistaken for a premium Central Vietnamese - and side by side, would be very challenging to differentiate. The sweetness, I think, would throw most people off. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter a few small test batches, I amended production with a few additional tweaks for a full small-batch run, and came out with an absolutely exquisite and pristine oil that I am quite proud of.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI can't express just how much I know you are going to love this oil !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorikhamxay is a squeaky clean copper-distilled New Gen. Expect a super sweet, bright, and uplifting scent - and one that'll last all day, to boot!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the opening it has some very light Camphor and a sweet, Nectary Core that persists throughout the duration of the wear. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorikhamxay has some unique notes of Juiced Pear and Fruit Peels. Over time something a little zingy comes out that reminds me of some subtle citrus - or as one client mentioned - Rhubarb - which is what first came to mind. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurther in to the experience is a medley of Wildflowers and just a tiny bit of something earthy, reminiscent of fresh-tilled Garden Soil. It lasts forever too ... the drydown on me lasts a solid 12-15 hours or more with just a tiny drop. 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It's an exceptional value - and I did so because it's one oil that I really feel should be in everyones collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you're not yet familiar with my Indonesian Series of Vacuum Distilled oils ... you've been missing out!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a very unique single-tree distillation from Kepi Merauke, an area of Papua Island interior and North West of Merauke\/Meroke. This is also made from a Live Tree - as opposed to the Dead\/Swamp Woods of Merauke\/Meroke Proper. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'd also class this oil as a Whiskey Profile - akin to some of the wood-fired Hindi oils I've got in the shop. I'll get to that more in a minute ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo this is a powerhouse of a Papua, let's just say that up front. Kepi has tons of nuance - but in no way is it a delicate oil. It's potent, long lasting, and powerful. It ain't dainty.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough this is apart of my Vacuum Distillation Series - I find some similarities to some of the traditional wood-fired Hindi oils I have in the shop in that it reminds me strongly of Scotch Whiskey. If you like darker, complex, deep and nuanced Oud oils ... you're in for a real treat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeaving in and out, I get a Peated Whiskey and Incense Smoke that is there one minute, but not necessarily the next. Undergirding all of this is a bitter-sweet Toffee and Cacao Note, with wafts of Lush Green Jungle and the earthy moistness of Jungle Floor. It's super complex, and dances around - not wanting to settle on any singular note or character ... partly why I class it as \"Whiskey\". If you drink whisky - especially Scotch - you'll know exactly what I mean.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's an incredibly exciting oil to wear, and a rare and special treat given that it's both a Live Tree Distillation, and from a SINGLE Live Tree, at that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you like Papuan profiles - you're going to absolutely LOVE Kepi. Take a swipe, pour yourself some Scotch, kick back - and slip into Zen mode!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Pure Papauan Oud Oil,Kepi Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154955563233,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154955596001,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154955628769,"sku":"","price":510.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12g · Full Tola","offer_id":44154955661537,"sku":"","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4809406038_cps4.jpg?v=1698076844"},{"product_id":"asiki-boven-2022-single-papuan-live-tree-filaria-pure-oud-oil-pure-artisan-dehn-al-oud","title":"Asiki Boven 2022 : Green Kynamic Jungle and Tropical Florals Papuan Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eJungle : Asiki - Boven Digoel Regency - Central Papua\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Filaria, Single Live Tree\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Hybrid Vacuum Distillation \u003cbr\u003e Distillation Date : December 14- 22, 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those not familiar with my work, I've got several distillation operations in several different locations now. Each location has a unique set up, yielding unique oils - and we are generally distilling woods within their own countries of origin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to oils that I find suitable and pick up along the way - these unique in-house distillations allow me to offer my clients around the world some truly unique odor profiles from across the Oud-producing world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI wanted to do something reaaaaally special to kick off Chinese New Year 2023, and this is one heck of a launch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Be sure to check out Java Dwipa - the other special CNY 2023 Launch!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those not familiar with the unique world of Ouds and Agarwoods - Papua and Papua New Guinea - two halves of the same island - yield some of the most unique Agarwoods which have produced some of the most beloved oils from Gyrinops and Filaria species. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost commonly - we see long dead Gyrinops trees recovered from mangroves and rivers down around Meroke. Even more prized are the live tree specimens - with the most distinctive oils being produced from Filaria. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs many are more familiar with Meroke in the South, or Jayapura almost directly North - few have experienced woods and oils from the center of the Interior - in this case, from Asiki, within the Boven Digoel Regency.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFar from the ocean and surrounded by dense jungle - I expected this single tree haul would yield something truly incredible, and it didn't disappoint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike many Papuan and PNG woods which come from near the coastline, Asiki comes from the interior and also from a live tree. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is of import because so many Papuan woods - especially those sold from the norther tip around Jayapura and the southern tip from around Meroke - are usually recovered dead trees from swamps, rivers, and mangroves. So they smell very earthy and sometimes muddy - not necessarily a bad thing, mind you (check out our Meroke 2018 currently in the shop - an excellent specimen of this type!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLive Tree Filaria can have unique green or floral notes, and I'm proud to say - Asiki hits both of these nails on the heads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil has one heck of a mind buzz - piercing terpenes off the charts with our proprietary extraction method. If you like New Gen oils ... Asiki Boven is a MUST.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAsiki bursts out of the bottle with Papuan Green Kynamic notes. In fact, it reminds me of a batch of Green Papuan Kyara I have that I'll offer to clients outside of the shop here. Gorgeous, green jungle air and Kynamic mind buzz - and I don't use that term lightly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe floral notes on this are just incredible. It's floral without smelling like any particular flower. Maybe I'd say it's even a hint of Peach'y. It reminds me, in a way, of what the air in the Hawaiin jungles smelled like ... florals and greenery and hints of tropical fruits wafting in every breath. Almost sweet tasting on the tongue. Even just from opening the bottle and taking a deep inhale, the scent will linger in my nostrils for many hours, tingling and teasing me, begging me to apply some.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a single tree that we used for this distillation, which also makes it unique in the world of Ouds. In some ways it's like capturing a single essence or soul - rather than the average of many distilled together. I think that is in part why this oil came out so unique.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond saying it is Green and Floral and intensely Oudy and that it has great mind buzz - I wanted to offer this oil as my first new Oud of 2023 and launching just in time for Chinese New Year as a way of commemorating this unique vacuum distillation project I've undertaken in Indonesia. I've already got several new things in the works for 2023 and 2024 - so I hope you'll join me in kicking off the New Year with a kynamic BANG!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI can only imagine what a few years of aging will do to this oil - I'd highly recommend grabbing a bottle to use, and another to shelve. I promise - this oil is one to invest in.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Asiki Digoel Papuan Oud Oil,Central Papuan Oud Oil,Live Tree Filaria\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154958938337,"sku":"","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154958971105,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154959003873,"sku":"","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154959036641,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154959069409,"sku":"","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4589998225_lmws_87044228-e8dc-4efb-a5dd-93d70be62d3e.jpg?v=1698076963"},{"product_id":"emw-2022-west-malaysian-mount-panti-co-distilled-with-sabah-keningau-east-meets-west-pure-dehn-al-oudh-oil-pure-new-gen-oud-oil","title":"EMW 2022 : Purple Flowers, Concord Grape and Sabah Mint Malaysian Oud Oil","description":"EMW 2022 : West Malaysian Mount Panti Co-Distilled with Sabah Keningau - East Meets West - Pure Dehn al Oudh Oil - Pure New Gen Oud Oil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJungles : (Gunung) Panti Mountain, Johor - West Malaysia + Keningau, Sabah - East Malaysia\u003cbr\u003eClass - Wild, Vintage Batch of Panti Mountain + Keningau\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Panti Mountain : Microcarpa and Beccariana\/Keningau : Microcarpa\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Copper, New Gen - August, 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**This oil, btw, has taken me nearly 3 years to produce. Both batches of wood were acquired before the pandemic started. But between shipping issues, a stroke nearly incapacitating one of the batches being delivered for over 2 years, floods, damage to equipment from those floods, moving the distillation operation on more than one occasion due to floods (lots of floods!) ... we only just got to this in August of 2022 despite the project starting in October of 2019. It's been a long time in comin'!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEMW : East Meets West\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMicrocarpa : Floral\u003cbr\u003eBeccariana : Purple - like Concord Grapes and Kuzdu Flower Jelly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil is a real head-spinner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI wanted to make something really unique, and I think we've done just that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI was offered a batch of vintage wood from the 80's from Gunung Panti - which is Panti Mountain, in Johor Malaysia. This area was picked clean of wild woods awhile ago, and so this is a \"lost flavor\", so to speak. It was a mixed back of Microcarpa and Beccariana, which will translate in oil form as : Purple Flowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo it, I added a small batch of exceptional Keningau Microcarpa - adding more of a Floral punch, along with the beautiful Mintiness of Sabah, lending to even more ethereal top notes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs I'm co-distilling some West Malaysian Mount Panti with some East Malaysian Sabah Keningau - I figured a fitting name to be EMW : East Meets West, and it's a beautiful marriage, indeed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'm sure I'll get questions, so I'll address it now - neither batch was big enough to produce enough oil (I'd have probably gotten around 2 Tolas of each oil ... I prefer to aim for 3-5 Tolas on small premium batches like this) - so instead I decided to co-distill them together to get a single oil, of which I got 57g out of a mere 5.8kg of wood - 4kg of Panti, and 1.8kg of Keningau. So almost a full Tola of oil out of each kg!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo how's it smell?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany of you were fortunate enough grab a bottle of my Purple Myara LTD - which was an exception 2012 batch of pure Malaysian Beccariana oil. It was exceptionally Purple.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI mention Purple Myara - because if you like it - you're gonna LOVE EMW.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's also worth mentioning that I juiced EMW in the same equipment that my Filippino Leyte oil, Adobo - and also my Brunei oil, Playboy Sultan - were both juiced in. I mention this because this pot seems to have a signature Maraschino Cherry note that develops in the oils I'm producing in it. Maybe it's due to the very high grade woods I'm using in this small pot ... but West Malaysia, East Malaysia, Brunei - and the Philippines - every oil I've juiced in this pot seems to develop this note. So now I'm wondering if it's the woods ... or the pot? Something to ponder ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeccariana woods tend to develop oils with a Purple Note reminiscent of Concord Grapes and Kudzu Flower Jelly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKudzu Flower Jelly is likely something you've not tried - but it's a delicacy in both Japan, as well as here in the South Eastern US, where Kudzu was originally imported from Japan to control erosion ... but has runaway as a bit of a tree monster, devouring swaths of trees here in the South. Over the last century, the flowers have been cooked into a bit of a delicacy and made into a very unique and delicious jelly that is delightfully \"Purple Tasting\" - reminiscing of Concord Grapes and delicate flowers. You'll find EMW to be full to the brim of these notes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMicrocarpas, on the other hand, yield delightfully floral oils. In Japan, woods selected from Peninsular Malaysia and both Malaysian and Indonesian Borneo tend to be sub-species like Beccariana and Microcarpa - as these delicate floral notes in the woods are beloved in their Market. Expect this delightfully floral quality to abound in EMW.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo - if you loved Adobo Leyte or Playboy Sultan - this oil was produced in the same pot and you'll find some sibling DNA from the pot in this oil. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you loved Purple Myara - you'll love that juicy Purpleness from the Beccariana DNA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you love Japanese Indo woods - that floral Microcarpa note - you'll find that DNA here, as well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you love rare woods, like those from Panti Mountain in Johor - that rare DNA you will likely smell for the first time, here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlus that glorious Keningau Sabah DNA - rich in Minty Top Notes and Flowery bouquets ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll juiced together in our unique New Gen style that yields a cornucopia of Floral Spiciness wrapped up in a Concord and Kudzu Purple Blanket of Goodness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf that sounds enticing ... DO NOT pass on EMW.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Panti Mountain Beccariana and Microcarpa,Keningau Microcarpa,Johor West Malaysia,Keningau Sabah East Malaysia","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154964705505,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154964738273,"sku":"","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154964771041,"sku":"","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154964803809,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154964836577,"sku":"","price":1100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4399700474_7qkz_8e83781c-0da8-4b76-b16b-60a07c97659a.jpg?v=1698077116"},{"product_id":"oliang-thai-roast-2021-pure-biodynamic-khao-yai-oud-oil","title":"Oliang Thai Roast II : Roasted Coffee, Spice and Condensed Milk Biodynamic Thai Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eOliang\u003cbr\u003eThai Roast - Pure Biodynamic Khao Yai Oud Oil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJungle: Khao Yai, Biodynamic mixed-use organic farm\u003cbr\u003eDistilled: 2022\u003cbr\u003eStill: Stainless, custom-distilled\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNEW 2022 BATCH!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOliang \u003cbr\u003e(Thai: โอเลี้ยง,  pronounced [ʔōːlía̯ŋ]) from Teochew dialect 烏涼 or Pe̍h-ōe-jī: o͘-liâng Commonly known as Thai iced coffee\u003cbr\u003eMade with strong coffee, Coriander, Cardamom, and Cinnamon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Oil:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe've been custom distilling some Fossilized Amber Resin for a client. There is a smoky, burnt character to an Oil of Fossilized Amber that just seethes testosterone. It's like charred meats and roasted foods - satiating in a way that a only a little destruction can satisfy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe process of distilling Fossilized Amber is what's called a \"destructive distillation\" - it's an entirely different process than a hydro or steam distillation set up.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe've taken that concept and applied the theory to distilling this Oud. We wondered...what would an Oud prepped like a coffee bean smell like? What would charred Oud wood smell like? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot co-distillation - simply a unique method of distillation that involves some charring of the wood. So yes, you might say there is an element of a high temp distillation, similar to roasting coffee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe result - a very incensey Oud that smells like a cup of coffee in an incense-filled coffee shop in Marrakesh. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScent Journey:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you love the smell of coffee - I can all but guarantee you that you will LOVE Oliang Thai Roast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a nutshell...roasted coffee, Oud resin and wood. Hints of spice and sweet condensed milk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's like wearing the soul of a Moroccan Souk.\u003cbr\u003eLoban-packed hashish pipes, coals loaded with Thai Crassna, strong cup of Thai coffee in hand. Hold the milk. Hold the sugar. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI like this Oud like I like my women - dark and strong, with a dash of spice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo fruit. Nothing that even hints at Thai DNA.\u003cbr\u003ePure Thai Java to set your heart to racing and your hands to a tremble.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a cup of black gold you do not want to pass on.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCustomer Impressions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2019 Impressions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Thai Roast does smell like thai roast....\u003cbr\u003elike a bangkok cafe on a busy morning...\u003cbr\u003ethe oud adds a leathery humidity too it that is really unique...\u003cbr\u003ewhen applied to the skin it sweetens up with a condensed milk touch...\u003cbr\u003ei love the interplay of notes...\u003cbr\u003esince im more of a tea guy and not a super big fan hindi style ouds it would not be one i would wear on the daily but as an experience i enjoy it quite a bit....\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Steven, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2016 Impressions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Thai Roast is peaking my interest, all that deep heart of fire, burning-no, charing-no, roasting resins and woods-yes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI want to pour it on , sit at a cafe and order a shish pipe , then sneakily pack it with loban lol\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis seams like the perfect starting point for an oud blend with other archaic oils.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Stephen, Dublin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"How? Just...how???\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Mark, Minneapolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"More pick-me-up than Starbucks\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Deborah, NYC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It really does smell like Oliang!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Pank, BBK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Brother, this is absolutely amazing! I had no idea Oud could smell so rich!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Omar, Iran\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Thai Oud Oil,Oliang Thai Roast,Biodynamic Oud Oil,Organic Oud Oil\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154971357409,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154971390177,"sku":"","price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12g · Full Tola","offer_id":44154971422945,"sku":"","price":930.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/OliangThaiRoast2022.png?v=1731202219"},{"product_id":"wild-thai-khao-yai-2021-pure-wild-oud-oil","title":"Wild Thai Khao Yai 2021 : Pure Incense, Green Jungle and Golden Suede Thai Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eJungle: Khao Yai, Thailand\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild Incense Grade Crassna\u003cbr\u003eDistillation: Stainless, Custom Distillation - January 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForget Fruits. Forget Florals. Forget Fermentation. Forget Smoke. This is Pure Incense.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you're not familiar with Khao Yai, Thailand - the region lies north east of Bangkok in Central Thailand, and is home to the first National Park of Thailand - which is now the 3rd largest National Park in Thailand. It's a beautifully wooded area, dotted with farms and nature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI work with two brothers, both of whom have Biodynamic farms in Khao Yai and Prachinburi. We three have been distilling together from the very beginning of Rising Phoenix - and several of the Wild Thai and Plantation Thai oils that I've had in the shop over the years has been produced by one of the two brothers for me. Often from superb incense woods from older 30-40+ year old trees from their farms, but on rare occasion, from wild woods, usually from old stocks we find from a farmer friend, or from the occasional wild tree that comes down in the area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike many parts of Thailand - swaths of farms of Agarwood grows in the region, as the area grows and produces some incredible woods, and some beautiful oils are produced from the area. Khao Yai, Prachinburi, Trat, Rayong, Chanthaburi - these names conjure some of the most commonly found regions for plantation woods and oils. These regions used to be home to some of the most prized woods in the Far East. In fact, some of the most prized pieces of wood I find when I'm in Japan - the kinda stuff they don't readily show you - are not from Vietnam or Cambodia ... but from the old jungles of Thailand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinding wild Agarwood from the area these days ... is quite a challenge. \u003cbr\u003eEnter Wild Thai Khao Yai 2021.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oil really allows the sweetness of the Incense and Oud nuances from the region to shine through in an easily accessible way. No Thai fruit or florals - rather, it’s all incense and resinous depth. This is an oil you can wear to work !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the front end, you'll find a greenish, almost jungle'y note with a fragrant, uplifting aromatic incense vibe. It'll give you the feeling of untouched, virgin forest, quite in its solitude.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the oil progresses, there's an almost golden, brushed suede and leather note that begins to shine through - that also manages to ride all the way through dry down.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Dry Down approaches and that soft, supple suede that you've been cuddling up to caresses your skin ever so gently - the resinous, Oudiness of the oil picks up with an almost muskiness to it that'll tickle your fancy. I've smelled this oil now on dozens of people's skin, and I'm always amazed at the different nuances that reveal themselves on different people. It's an enigmatic oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWild Thai Khao Yai 2021 is a potent oil. 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When I felt like we had collected enough - it all went in to the pot - and what came out was nothing short of perfection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne note on species ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany logs get labeled as being Malaccensis or whichever species - but a few old timers that I've spoken with tell me specifically that Tigerwoods from peninsular Malaysia actually come from the Rostrata species - a name some have heard of but few have ever seen batches of surface. I think there is an argument to be made that Tigerwoods have been mis-identified in the past, and are potentially the specific creations of Rostrata trees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes Tigerwoods special is their characteristic stronger than normal room temp scent, which is also one of the reasons they are highly prized for making beads. The other is the beautiful \"flower\" patters of resin the logs usually form, which when cut, make beautiful resinated patterns in the beads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnother interesting note - Tigerwoods rarely sink, although they can and do get quite resinous. The highly aromatic woods are due to a very high oil to resin ratio, which is why they are more aromatic at room temp than other woods. Even lower resin dense Tigerwoods are highly prized for making beads for this reason - as the high oil content is more meaningful than the resin density inasmuch as the beads will be aromatic, regardless. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith that said - I wanted to juice a batch made of exclusively Tigerwood bead waste to see how it would turn out. And oh my did it turn out !!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContrasting against my previously sold out oil, Terengganu Ant, which was made exclusively from Ant woods known for their sweetness - Tigerwoods are often known for their floral aromas - one reason that Tigerwoods I think are often mis-identified as being Microcarpa or Beccariana species. Tiger King II 2021 strengthens this theory of mine ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTiger King II 2021 opens up with a burst of bright tropical fruits and narcotic florals - even more vivid than our initial batch. It's punchy - Roaring off the dipstick and on to your skin looking for its favorite prey - your nose.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil is so complex I'm not even sure how exactly to describe the cornucopia of fruit and floral notes, and I seem to pick up different things on different wears, making it more difficult to pinpoint exactly what I'm smelling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a few customers have mentioned to me - it’s as if the Top, Heart, and Base are perceptive all at once - swirling around in multifaceted form, showcasing different facets from one moment to the next. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSometimes its Guava and Citrus and Gardenia - other times its Passion and Jackfruit and indolic Jasmines. The one constant is that these swirling tropical fruits and narcotic florals are always tightly wrapped around rich, resinous Tigerwood Resin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite being brightly fruity and floral - Tiger King II 2021 also manages to be deeply Oudy and Resinous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of my fellow vendors who has tried this oil was having a little trouble pinning down the origin, which isn’t surprising as the oil is very enigmatic, and doesn’t shout out as being Malaysian in origin. Viet? No. Laos? No. Burmese? No. Thai!? No. It’s a Sinensis, right!? Nope. But I will admit - the drydown DOES smell like a rich Sinensis. 🥰\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's an incredibly complex and fun to wear oil. I only wish there were Liters of this. haha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEeeeeveryone loved the initial release Tiger King 2021, and I think it's a safe bet to say you will be even more enamored with Tiger King II 💪🏼\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall batch - and like Terengganu Ant and TK1 - I expect this one will sell out pretty quickly. Grab some while available!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Peninsular Malaysian Tigerwood","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154992853217,"sku":"","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154992885985,"sku":"","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154992918753,"sku":"","price":1150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4205247231_8zmw.jpg?v=1698077606"},{"product_id":"melawi-kalbar-2022-west-kalimantan-borneo-island-co-distillation-malaccensis-hirta-pure-oud-oil-pure-artisan-dehn-al-oud-rpp","title":"Melawi Kalbar 2022 : Florals, Incense Smoke and Spicy Jungle West Kalimantan Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Melawi : West Kalimantan, Borneo Island - Indonesia\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild, Incense Grade\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Malaccensis \u0026amp; Hirta\/Candan Co-distillation\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Hybrid Vacuum Co-Distillation New Gen\u003cbr\u003eDistillation Date : February, 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those not familiar with my work, I've got several distillation operations in several different locations now. Each location has a unique set up, yielding unique oils - and we are generally distilling woods within their own countries of origin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis particular oil comes from my proprietary Vacuum setup in Indonesia, one that we juiced back in February of 2022 - so we have the added bonus of a little aging already at the time of release. We are able to distill these oils in a very unique way, unlike anyone else out there is doing them, and in-so doing, we are able to capture notes and profiles you've likely never experienced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to the unique set up - we combined harvests from 2 species from an area of West Kalimantan for a unique co-distillation, combining Malaccensis with Hirta\/Candan. Hirta\/Candan is a small, incredibly rare type of Agarwood species that normally wont yield huge amounts of wood due to the small size of the tree, but the wood it does produce is incredibly prized, especially in the Arab market. It's known for it's unique spiciness, which plays out delightfully in this distillation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen we talk about Kalimantan or Borneo oils - names like Malinau or Tarakan, areas to the north eastern part of Indo Kalimantan - come to mind. West Kalimantan we see less frequently in our market - and Melawi, a region within West Kalimantan and further inland from the coast - even less so.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll notice the oils is called Melawi Kalbar ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKALBAR, which is short for \"Kalimantan Barat\" - is the local name for the region that has gone into the legends of the History of Oud in the Gulf Region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApart from Malinau and Tarakan in the North East, which I had previously mentioned - Kalbar is known for some legendary Agarwood profiles that are craved by Agarwood connoisseurs that are in-the-know. From Sekadau to Putussibau, this region has got a number of forests with delectable profiles. Melawi woods and oils we rarely get to see, as it is further South and Inland ... juiced like nobody but Rising Phoenix can, so this is an extra special treat!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePersonally, I really like incense-style distillations both for their complexity, as well as their potency, and I break those down in to two types of distillations :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Smokey Incense - more akin to heating a chip on charcoal\u003cbr\u003e2. Not necessarily smokey - but an incense'y character to the oil that is like the first wisps of heating a chip on one of our Subitisms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelawi Kalbar 2022 I'd say has elements of both - and you'll be quite pleased with the distinctiveness of the scent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew Gen\/Non-soaking style means no fermentation notes and a clear, clean odor profile devoid of any barnyard. So if you don't like the funk - you should really give this a try.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo produce Melawi Kalbar 2022, we juiced Incense Grade Malacenssis and Candan\/Hirta Chips, and you'll notice a hint of floral milkiness already present on the front end of the oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oil when it first came out of the still was GREEN. It's settled to a reddish color that is rather soothing to the eye.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe floral notes on this are just incredible. It's floral without smelling like any particular flower, wound around incense smoke, and a little bit of a vivid spicy jungliness, without smelling overly green. I had to wear it several times before it all started to make sense.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond saying it is Floral and Incense'y, Jungly and Spicy and intensely Oudy - it has great mind buzz that some folks rave about. Maybe even a little Oceanic and Minty. This oil is certainly a more \"active\" oil - a good pick-me-up. And like Borneos are known for - this is an excellent hot weather oil to wear, as it's not heavy or overbearing. It also shows a nice personality shift between the heat and humidity outside, and the cooler interior of the home. Makes stepping out into the heat a little more bearable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI can only imagine what a few years of aging will do to this oil - I'd highly recommend grabbing a bottle to use, and another to shelve. I promise - this oil is gonna be absolutely magical in a few years. It's not a huge batch - so I suggest not sleeping on this one too long.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDon’t forget to light up a stick of our Melawi Senkoh and contrast the wood against the oil !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Melawi West Kalimantan Kalbar Pure Oud Oil,Malaccensis Hirta Candan CoDistillation","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154993574113,"sku":"","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154993606881,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154993639649,"sku":"","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154993672417,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154993705185,"sku":"","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154993737953,"sku":"","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.5216287651_lt9m.jpg?v=1698077616"},{"product_id":"manipur-and-meghalaya-2020-steam-distilled-pure-wild-oud-oil","title":"Manipur and Meghalaya 2020 : Tobacco, Raisins and Tea Liquor Hindi Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eClass : Wild\u003cbr\u003eJungles : Manipur and Meghalaya Co-distillation\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : June - August 2020 - Stainless - 7 day Non-Barnyard Soak - STEAM Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil took 3 runs, each for 3+ weeks of steam distillation for a total of 10 weeks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe used ultra premium shavings that were as black as the woods they were cleaned from to produce it, and it took ages to put enough material together to juice this in our smallest still. High resin content coupled with steam distillation means small yields but it is worth it for this absolutely dreamy aroma.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManipur oils and woods have long been sought out as some of the best from the region. Oils, when produced from this region with especially with no fermentation, can tease out citrus and fruit notes (sometimes leaning more on sweet fruits, at others more towards fruit leather), and occasional pepperiness - a unique characteristic from this region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeghalaya - Sanskrit for 'abode of clouds'. The combination of high altitude and being the wettest place on earth makes Meghalaya about the most ideal place for agarwood trees to grow. Although you might expect airy notes from such high altitude woods - Meghalaya often produces sweet hay and suede, notes of fruity plums and dried raisins - reminiscent of Burmese and occasional Laotian oils of yesteryear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat happens when you juice them together?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil is DEEP. Slight hints of nuttiness. Tobacco. TOBACCO. Fields of hay. Dried Hunza raisins and what smells like a dash of liquor. Wafts of Asian citrus. And my fave ... notes of RICH, DEEP tea liquor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGently heated chips with wisps of Scotch and lightly peated Heather and caramelized sugar will leave you wondering if you’re supposed to be chewing your arm off, or simply smell it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a rich and incredibly complex oil - one that may require a few moments of contemplation to fully wrap your nose around what you're smelling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy the mind games ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Manipuri Oud,Meghalaya Oud,Hindi Oud,Codistillation\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44155004420321,"sku":"","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44155004453089,"sku":"","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.2584133101_4tha.jpg?v=1698077787"},{"product_id":"4-emperors-2022-filippino-sri-lankan-indian-hainan-co-distilled-pure-oud-oil-dehn-al-oudh","title":"4 Emperors 2022 : Wildflowers, Sweet Leather and Tea Co-Distilled Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eJungles : Co-Distillation of :\u003cbr\u003e-Philippines (Leyte, Bicol, and Mindanao)\u003cbr\u003e-Sri Lankan (Adam)\u003cbr\u003e-Hindi (Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram)\u003cbr\u003e-Hainan Island\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild, Premium Shavings and Broken Chips\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : 5 Day Clean Soak, 15 Day Run - Stainless over Gas, February 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is another unicorn. A DEEP one. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI’ve mentioned previously that for the past few years, I’ve had a dedicated employee who finds some unique stuff for me traveling across India - who also distills some unique stuff for me. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo I pick up a lot of stuff we find along the way. Which begs the question - what to do when you have small batches of shavings and chips, but it’s not quite enough to run a single distillation? Combine them, of course!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor fun, I made a batch combining Filippino, Sri Lankan, and Hindi woods that I called 3 Kings. I reserved some of the woods to make a second, fun, experimental batch, which we have here. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor this experimental batch, i decided to combine some increasingly rare wild Hainan wood. We changed the distillation parameters a little bit to pull out some different accents from the woods - aiming for something a little sweeter (from the Hainan), and maybe a little more resinous. I wanted this to be rich and luxurious - and I think you’ll agree, we’ve done just that. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a batch we produced back in February of 2022 from an amalgamation of shavings and chips from 8 different locations in 4 different countries - detailed above. Highly unique and probably not something we could replicate due to the uniqueness of the mix we put together. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTook me 2 years to gather the materials for this little project, and now that it’s got more than a year of aging on it - I think it’s ready to hit the streets. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the 6th Filippino oil I’ve offered : \u003cbr\u003e2 New Gens (Adobo Leyte \u0026amp; Tandaya Leyte)\u003cbr\u003e2 Traditionals (Kakawit \u0026amp; Manila)\u003cbr\u003eAnd now - 2 different Co-Distillations 💪🏼\u003cbr\u003e(3 Kings \u0026amp; 4 Emperors)\u003cbr\u003e6 Unicorns 🦄 and counting …\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf we’re being honest - I’m having a little trouble pegging this one down. When you smell it - you’ll understand what I mean …\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmelling from the bottle - I think you’d be fooled into thinking it’s a Hindi. The light pastoral scent of Hay and light fermentation leading you to think it’s a pure Indian Oud oil. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen comes the swipe. Wait. It’s not a Hindi. 🧐 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, there is some pastoral Hay at first whiff, but that’s a momentary trip through the fields. Don’t let it deter you, because what awaits behind it is sheer magic. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWildflowers from the tropical Philippines and Hainan and Ocean Breezes from Sri Lanka are infused throughout the Sweet Leather and Tea notes from the Hindis. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI pick up hints of Incense Smoke and Amber … like light wafts of a cup of Lapsang Souchong steaming in the background. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s as if we combined the best of four legendary regions and alchemically bound them together in a pot. 🦄 Oh wait - that’s EXACTLY what we did 😉\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf this were a cup of tea, I’d be in Heaven 🥰\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf India is the King of Agarwoods … 🤴🏼 \u003cbr\u003eAnd Sri Lanka is the Jewel of India … 💎 \u003cbr\u003eIf the Philippines are the Jewel of the South Pacific … 💎 \u003cbr\u003eAnd Hainan the Crown Jewel of Chinese Agarwoods … 👑 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCombined - we have the 4 Emperors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: CoDistillation of :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHainan Oud\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHindi Oud\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilani Oud\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilipino Oud\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44155004715233,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44155004748001,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44155004780769,"sku":"","price":725.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4782494194_o3cr.jpg?v=1698077827"},{"product_id":"jiribam-ateek-2000-pure-vintage-manipuri-indian-oud-oil-hindi-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Jiribam Ateek 2000 : Sweet Amber Manipuri Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Jiribam, Manipur - India\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Stainless, Gas\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild - Shavings and Broken Chips\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Agallocha\u003cbr\u003eClass : Ambery\/Sweet - Ateek Series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdding another specimen to our growing Ateek Series - Oils with a minimum of 20 years of aging on them, some nearing a century or more of aging since they were distilled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTime adds a dimension that can't be replicated. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA common misconception is that Time Fixes Blemishes. This is not simply true. What IS true is that Time can smooth some rough edges - but simply put - shit oils that are aged are simply old shitty oils. If you want a fine aged oil, it's gotta start out as a fine new oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI used to live in Avignon, capital of the French Cote du Rhone wine country. Known for their tannic wines that often needed aging to smooth the rough edges. I used to study wine - and I was fascinated how vinters could spot a wine that needed to be sold quickly - and one that needed to be set aside, knowing that additional age would magically cause the wine to blossom in a way that only Time could do. It is an art that few can master, but when they do - it's a fireworks display that drops jaws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike aged fine whiskey or wine or tea - aging an oil can add layers of complexity and character in a way that no other process can duplicate. Generally speaking, a little aging can smooth out some rough edges on an oil - but you can't fix ugly. On the other hand - distillers - myself, included - will sometimes set aside great batches for further aging, knowing full well that a great oil now will yield an exceptional oil down the line. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhich brings us to my Ateek Series - a collection of oils that I have collected, directly from collectors or from the distillers, themselves - that have shelved oils in the pursuit of showcasing what age can do to beautify an already excellent specimen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the greatest ironies of traditional Hindi distillations is that many non-Arabs (Hindi distillations tend to be destined for the Gulf Market, after all) find traditional oils and fermentation to smell like farmland\/manure\/fermentation. This will generally yield an oil that smells of some level of cheese - all the way from Bries and Camemberts to the far end of the spectrum of Blue Cheeses. I do not classify rot the same as fermentation - the same way that cheese is not the same as rotten or spoiled milk. Now the irony to this is - many Arabs and Subcontinentals will say that traditional\/fermented oils smell SWEET. I think this categorization differs from how, say Western or Asian noses perceive fermentation - as I detail above. However, Jiribam Ateek 2000 I would say is categorically a genuinely Sweet, Ambery Oud oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI see this happen over and over again when I have visitors to my workshop - and it's even more pronounced in mixed company. A white or Asian visitor will say, \"I smell animals!\" whereas an Indian, Pakistani, or Arab visitor will exclaim, \"It's so sweet!\" Just goes to show that aromatic context matters, and that there is no accounting for tastes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJiribam Ateek 2000 I think everyone will agree - is a sweet oil. Yes, there is some barn and hay and leather, but the overall personality I find in this oil is AMBER. It's a pleasantly sweet, Ambery vintage Oud that's easy to wear and brings a smile to my face every time I apply some. And the Dry Down ... soooo sweet! I feel a little bit like I am eating one of those Indian Sweet\/Sour candies ... tart fermentation paired with the natural sweetness of Amber.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn top of that delightful Sweetness is the beloved character of Manipuri \"King of Indian Oud\". Manipur has a flavor profile that many in the game recognize as the most sought after flavor profile, that of the wild and lush forests of Manipur.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd to that pleasant sweetness and Kingly geo profile what only 23 years of aging can add, and you've got Jiribam Ateek 2000.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI've had quite a few Jiribam oils and woods in the shop at this point, and I think it's safe to say that they have all been well received. The flavor profiles I'm getting from this region - nestled between Bangladesh to the West, Imphal to the East, and Assam to the North - seem to have a melange of flavor that my customers have been exceedingly receptive to.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDon't be surprised if we see others trying to release \"Jiribam\" products in an effort to capture a little bit of the success I've been having here at Rising Phoenix.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall, sweetly vintage batch - grab some while you can!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Pure Jiribam 2000 Oud Oil,Hindi Oud,Aged Oud,Vintage Oud,Indian Oud","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44155013464289,"sku":"","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44155013497057,"sku":"","price":234.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44155013529825,"sku":"","price":660.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12g · Full Tola","offer_id":44155013562593,"sku":"","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4766700527_498q.jpg?v=1698078079"},{"product_id":"sorong-red-lands-2022-west-papuan-live-tree-filaria-pure-oud-oil","title":"Sorong Red Lands 2022 : Stormy Incense Smoke, Ocean Breeze and Creamy Sweetness Papuan Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Sorong, West Papua\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Filaria, Live Tree\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Copper, New Gen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSorong is the largest city of the Indonesian province of West Papua. The city is located on the western tip of the island of New Guinea with its only land borders being with Sorong Regency. It is the gateway to Indonesia’s Raja Ampat Islands, species rich coral reef islands in an area considered the heart of the world’s coral reef biodiversity. It also is the logistics hub for Indonesia’s thriving eastern oil and gas frontier.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe origin of Sorong’s name comes from the word Soren, which means “deep and wavy ocean” in the Biak language. The name was first used by the Biak-Numfor people who sailed to different islands before they finally decided to settle down in Raja Ampat Islands. When the Biak-Numfor people came to the place called “Daratan Maladum”, they decided to call it Soren. After centuries of contact with Chinese merchants, European missionaries, and people from Maluku and Sangihe-Talaud, the name underwent further change into Sorong.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA land of extensive rainforest - the region is famous for its red clay, giving Sorong its colloquial name of “The Red Lands.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those not familiar with the unique world of Ouds and Agarwoods - Papua and Papua New Guinea - two halves of the same island - yield some of the most unique Agarwoods which have produced some of the most beloved oils from Gyrinops and Filaria species. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost commonly - we see long dead Gyrinops trees recovered from mangroves and rivers down around Meroke. Even more prized are the live tree specimens - with the most distinctive oils being produced from Filaria. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs many are more familiar with Meroke in the South, or Jayapura almost directly North - few have experienced woods and oils from the Western Frontier of the island. In this case - Sorong, known as The Red Lands, for its famously cloths staining red clay. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith coral reefs and exciting coastal adventures that have made the small city a popular destination - the jungles surrounding the area are rich with natural resources and coveted Agarwood. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI’ve been mentioning in some of our new Indonesian oil listings about our newest team member. For the better part of 2 years we’ve been running test batches in his equipment, and now that he’s an official member of Rising Phoenix, I’ve outfitted him with new equipment to produce expressly for me. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is one of our test batches, produced in copper - New Gen style. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI don’t want to overhype this oil … but I DO want to impress just how unique it is. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor starters, you’ve heard me mention how some coastal oils will carry the scent of sea air and ocean breezes. As if the trees have inhaled deeply of the ocean air and stored those deep breaths and memories in their trunks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**This oil is rich with oceanic overtones 🥰\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oil starts out kinda dark and stormy. Incense-laden wafts of gentle smoke - like the first moments of a chip on one of our Subitisms. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWoods from The Red Lands of Sorong are massively popular in the Chinese Market for their creamy sweetness. So popular - it’s quite hard to get your hands on any as they’ve been picking the area clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis creamy sweetness comes in to play here in a very unique way …\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhereas the front end of the oil is like a storm rolling in off the water - the backend of the oil is of the sun breaking through the clouds. It’s as of a piercing, bright white light shines off your wrist. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s a very unique experience - transitioning from dark and brooding, Smoke and incense - to a very clean, sweet, creamy whiteness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSorong : Red Lands is a very unique experience. Filaria showcasing its creamy sweetness in a wonderous cacophony of dark clouds and blazing white light. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuantity is limited. Grab some while available!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Sorong Oud Oil,West Papuan Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44155014709473,"sku":"","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44155014742241,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44155014775009,"sku":"","price":670.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4193240121_hfaa.jpg?v=1698078122"},{"product_id":"rdj-2020-nagaland-oud-rangapahar-dimapur-and-jalukie-co-distillation-pure-wild-hindi-oud-oil","title":"RDJ 2020 : Milk Tea, Cherries and Tobacco Nagaland Oud Oil","description":"Class : Wild\u003cbr\u003eJungles : Nagaland Jungles of Rangapahar, Dimapur, and Jalousie Co-distillation\u003cbr\u003eDistilled : June\/July 2020, Stainless - 7 Day Clean Non-Barnyard Soak - Hydrodistilled\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRangapahar, Dimapur, and Jalukie border on one another in the foothills of the Kalakass mountains of Nagaland, not from from Japvo Peak.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWas able to make a nice little batch of high grade oil exclusively from shavings of prime wild wood. Took some time to collect them, and then was able to juice them in June and July of 2020.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you've been following my work or writing, you know I'm a big fan of Tea notes in Oud oils. I find a LOT of terroire crossover in teas and agarwoods, and the oils we produce from them. When we manage to tease out tea notes from the woods ... it makes for one happy JK !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur 2019 batch of Nagaland oil, Naganchi, has been a huge success due to the rich floral notes which Nagaland is often famous for. (Naganchi is even a key ingredient in 2020 Art and Olfaction Award Finalist \"Rasa\", by Pomare's Stolen Perfume)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContrasted agains RDJ - what we have here is a lightly floral milkiness - reminding me a bit of floral formosa Oolong teas with a malty, almost English Breakfast backbone with hints of cherries and tobacco. It's as if we made a batch of Formosa Milk Tea with a dash of Imperial English Breakfast, with wafts from the hookah bar next door lingering in the air. All we are missing is the Boba !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you love Hindis - RDJ 2020 needs to be on your hit list !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Rangapahar Agarwood,Dimapur Agarwood,Jalukie Agarwood,Codistillation","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44155019428065,"sku":"","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44155019460833,"sku":"","price":198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44155019493601,"sku":"","price":570.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.2692795077_c6qd.jpg?v=1698078210"},{"product_id":"cyclops-2022-sentani-pengunungan-cycloops-mountain-jayapura-papua-pure-oud-oil-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Cyclops 2022 : Green, Milky Florals and Ocean Breeze Papuan Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Sentani Pengunungan Cycloops Mountain - Jayapura, Papua\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild, Incense Chips\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Filaria, Live Tree\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Copper, New Gen - September 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an oil with interesting provinence ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Pandemic was hard on all of us, but hit Indonesia especially hard - with incredibly harsh lockdowns and restrictions on moving about. Something, as you can imagine, that would hamper business a little bit - especially one in a country so dependent on it's ties to its natural resources. But when you can't travel in or out of cities ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI've mentioned previously that I have a new distillation partnership in Indonesia that I've been cultivating since a little before the shenanigans of 2020 started. My new distillation team member was working previously for a Gulf operation before becoming a full-time member of Rising Phoenix, and with it came a lot of interesting connections. One such connection was with the People's Representative Council of Jayapura. The Head of the Council being one of his clients.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell, when it rains, it rains on all of us - and this Council Head was pushing through some tough times with the lockdowns. This is how we came in to this batch of wood we used to produce this oil ... \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSentani is a highly restricted area under close government regulation - and we were able to acquire this batch of wood from Cycloops Mountain directly from the very person in charge of the area. Pretty cool, eh?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those not familiar with the unique world of Ouds and Agarwoods - Papua and Papua New Guinea - two halves of the same island - yield some of the most unique Agarwoods which have produced some of the most beloved oils from Gyrinops and Filaria species. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost commonly - we see long dead Gyrinops trees recovered from mangroves and rivers down around Meroke. Even more prized are the live tree specimens - with the most distinctive oils being produced from Filaria. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs many are more familiar with Meroke in the South, or Jayapura almost directly North - few have experienced woods and oils from the areas on the outer banks of Jayapura - let alone from the protected area of Sentani.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI’ve been mentioning in some of our new Indonesian oil listings about our newest team member. For the better part of 3 years we’ve been running test batches in his equipment, and now that he’s an official member of Rising Phoenix, I’ve outfitted him with new equipment to produce expressly for me. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou've probably seen some of the new New Gen Sandalwoods I've been releasing - the Imperial Series. These are produced in our new vacuum distillation equipment. Needless to say, they are excellent - and soon I'll begin releasing some of the Ouds we've been working on using that equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is one of our test batches, produced in copper - New Gen style, before we began firing up the new set up.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI don’t want to overhype this oil … but I DO want to impress just how unique it is. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor starters, you’ve heard me mention how some coastal oils will carry the scent of sea air and ocean breezes. As if the trees have inhaled deeply of the ocean air and stored those deep breaths and memories in their trunks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**This oil is rich with oceanic overtones 🥰\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is also a creamy sweetness - not buttery - but definitely a milkiness with sweet floral overtones that'll perk you up with every inhalation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough the oil settled into a deep burgundy red color - it started out Green - and there is a green tone to the scent of this oil that I think pervades it in its entirety.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's incensy, maybe even a little spicy. And that scent of Filaria Resin in the drydown is to die for!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you love that scent of rare Green Papuan Agarwood - you'll love Cyclops 2022. It's like a hit of Green Papuan on one of our Subitisms ... Green, Milky, Floral, Incensy, Resinous Filaria Oudy Goodness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuantity is limited. Grab some while available!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Sentani Cyclops Oud Oil,Jayapura Oud Oil,Filaria Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44155021132001,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44155021164769,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44155021197537,"sku":"","price":790.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4447058523_k7ap.jpg?v=1698078257"},{"product_id":"dharma-ltd-1992-vintage-wild-thai-subintegra-pure-oud-oil","title":"Dharma LTD 1992 : Oud Resin, Raisins and Purple Leather Thai Oud Oil","description":"Dharma LTD 1992 - Vintage Wild Thai Subintegra Pure Oud Oil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJungle : Thailand\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Subintegra\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Copper, No Soak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is another unique, small quantity oil that I'm offering, also a vaulted oil coming from an old collector friend of mine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorth noting - rather than the more standard Crassna species from the region - this is a pure Subintegra distillation from 1992, produced back when crazy woods were just ground down and tossed in the juicer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDharma is a key concept with multiple meanings in Indian religions, such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism and others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDharma is a noun that translates a few ways ... \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-The eternal and inherent nature of reality, regarded in Hinduism as a cosmic law underlying right behavior and social order.\u003cbr\u003e-In Buddhism - the nature of reality regarded as a universal truth taught by the Buddha; the teaching of Buddhism.\u003cbr\u003e-an aspect of truth or reality. ex : \"all dharmas are forms of emptiness\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a little bit of a confusing topic, to be honest. Let's try to clarify further ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Hinduism : an individual's duty fulfilled by observance of custom or law. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn both Hinduism and Buddhism. \u003cbr\u003ea : the basic principles of cosmic or individual existence : divine law. \u003cbr\u003eb : conformity to one's duty and nature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhatever the case ... if Dharma had a scent - I imagine this would be it!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect : Oud Resin, Hunza Raisins, Chewy Purple Leather, and Devout Thai Holiness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a very limited (LTD) oil, acquired from an old collector friend. \u003cbr\u003eAs such, I'll only be offering this in 1g V-Vials. Quantities are limited, grab some while available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Pure 1992 Wild Thai Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44155025129697,"sku":"","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3297738656_lf3j.jpg?v=1698078355"},{"product_id":"laos-ant-2023-new-gen-incense-grade-wild-central-laos-antwood-pure-oud-oil-dehn-al-oudh-borikhamxay-series","title":"Laos Ant 2023 : Vaporous Japanese Incense and Deep Resin Laos Oud Oil","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJungle : Borikhamxay, Central Laos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClass : Wild, Incense Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecies : Crassna \/ Sinensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation : New Gen, Copper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation Date : October 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProfile : Clean, No Fermentation \/ No Barnyard - Very Clean Incense'y - Vapourous - Japanese Incense Sticks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a small batch of Wild Laos Antwood Oil that I produced in October of 2023. I tweaked the temp curve on this oil, even lower on the front end, and higher on the back end. This oil is even more Incense'y - and also has a Vaporous quality to it ... one of my personal fave profiles !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**This is NOT a Taiwanese Oil - I had this custom produced for me in Vietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWild Laos oils in general are quite challenging to produce, as they've been harvesting woods out of Laos for literal millennia. Woods and oils are especially beloved in the Arab \/ Gulf Market - but there are some \"Asian Market\" flavors to be found in Laos, as well. Laos Ant 2023 is one such example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLaos Ant 2023 I had produced from some exquisite wild ant wood. Antwoods in general are known for their sweetness, and are especially beloved and appreciated in the Asian market. The Arab Market tends to go for the Malaccensis woods found in Laos, especially those closer to the Western and Northern borders in the country. Asians, on the other hand, go for the Crassna and Sinensis species, which are much more rare in the region - and that's what we've produced for you, here. Check the listing photos for some photos of the woods used to produce this oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis oil is exquisite, and although from Central Laos - I think anyone smelling this blind would easily think this is a pristine Vietnamese oil. I think I, myself, would have been fooled had I not been the one producing it ! The oil is a deep Burnt Yellow color - and the scent profile is like some of the ancient Vietnamese woods I've sourced from Japan in years past. Incense'y. Maybe even a little spicy. Deeply resinous. Ooodles of Oudy Goodness !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow that I've made a few batches of oil from the Borikhamxay haul of insane incense quality batch of woods - we are really working to explore what we can creatively pull out of the scent profile. This is downright DAMN GOOD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI can't express just how much I know you are going to love this oil !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTHE SCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLaos Ant 2023 is a squeaky clean copper-distilled New Gen. Whereas previous batches in the Borikhamxay Series have been super sweet, bright, and uplifting oils - Laos Ant 2023 is a Darker, Deeper, more Incense'y oil. Even the darker Burnt Yellow color leads one to presume it'll be a deeper, more Zen-like scent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn the opening it has some very narcotic Vapor - like Wood Varnish and Mint ... those first piercing moments of a Monkoh Chip on a Subitism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhereas Borikhamxay has some unique notes of Juiced Pear and Fruit Peels and a subtle Citrus Zing - Laos Ant is more reminiscent of a Japanese Incense Stick. Complex. Very lightly and Sweetly Resinous. Old old wood tones. Even a slight Bitterness, reminiscent of the sweet \/ bitter dichotomy you'll find in the best Chinese tea leaves - sweet on the front of the palette, bitter on the back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFurther in to the experience is a medley of Wildflowers and just a tiny bit of something earthy, reminiscent of fresh-tilled Garden Soil. It lasts forever too ... the drydown on me lasts a solid 12-15 hours or more with just a tiny drop. We've got a real performer on our hands!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI'm not sure I'd call this an Herbal Profile - but there is a Chinese Medicine quality to it, similar to what can be found in some Chinese and Vietnamese oils. The Mintiness of it, especially. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLaos Ant is Japanese Incense Sticks, Vaporous Mint, Wildflowers and Bitter-Sweet Tea Leaves, and Deep, Incense'y Oud Resin - and maybe a touch of Muskiness in the drydown. Really smells like ancient wood here, and that Vaporous quality really gets my nose revved up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI'm a little relutant to sell this oil ... it's so damn good. This oil came out even better than I had hoped it would.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery limited batch - grab some while available !\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44270651310305,"sku":"","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44270651343073,"sku":"","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5g · V-Vial","offer_id":51313818894561,"sku":null,"price":880.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44270651375841,"sku":"","price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44270651408609,"sku":"","price":1725.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/laosant23.jpg?v=1701142869"},{"product_id":"laos-ant-ii-2024-laos-oud-oil","title":"Laos Ant II 2024 : Vaporous Incense, Honey, Golden Hay and Suede Laos Oud Oil","description":"\u003cspan\u003eLaos Ant II 2024 : New Gen Incense Grade Wild Central Laos Antwood Pure Oud Oil - Dehn al Oudh - Rising Phoenix Perfumery - Borikhamxay Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJungle : Borikhamxay, Central Laos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass : Wild, Incense Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies : Crassna \/ Sinensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation : New Gen w\/ a Soak, Copper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation Date : December 2023 - January 2024 (30 Day Clean Soak \/ 15 Day Gentle Distillation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfile : Clean, Very CLEAN Fermentation \/ No Barnyard - Very Clean Incense'y - Vapourous - Japanese Incense Sticks - Honey and Flowers - Golden Hay - Plush Suede\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a small batch of Wild Laos Antwood Oil that I produced spanning December 2023 and January 2024. It’s a sibling to Laos Ant (I) 2023, which was produced with no soak, from the same batch of high grade wood from the same Borikhamxay region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere with Laos Ant II we took a long, very clean and controlled 30 day Soak, followed by 15 days of “low and slow” distilling. No barnyard at all - and what we got was rather surprising …\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI tweaked the temp curve on this oil, even lower on the front end, and higher on the back end than I did with Laos Ant (I).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e**This is NOT a Taiwanese Oil - I had this custom produced for me in Vietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWild Laos oils in general are quite challenging to produce, as they've been harvesting woods out of Laos for literal millennia. Woods and oils are especially beloved in the Arab \/ Gulf Market - but there are some \"Asian Market\" flavors to be found in Laos, as well. Laos Ant II 2024 is one such example that straddles both worlds - a floral and squeaky clean New Gen distillation with hints of that beloved Hay \u0026amp; Honey the Gulf loves so dearly. .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese Laos Ant oils I have produced from some exquisite wild ant wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntwoods in general are known for their sweetness, and are especially beloved and appreciated in the Asian market. The Arab Market tends to go for the Malaccensis woods found in Laos, especially those closer to the Western and Northern borders in the country. Asians, on the other hand, go for the Crassna and Sinensis species, which are much more rare in the region - and that's what we've produced for you, here. Check the listing photos for some photos of the woods used to produce this oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis oil is exquisite, and although from Central Laos - I think anyone smelling this blind would easily think this is a pristine Vietnamese oil. I think I, myself, would have been fooled had I not been the one producing it ! The oil is a deep Burnt Yellow color - and the scent profile is like some of the ancient Vietnamese woods I've sourced from Japan in years past. Incense'y. Maybe even a little spicy. Deeply resinous. Ooodles of Oudy Goodness !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow that I've made a few batches of oil from the Borikhamxay haul of insane incense quality batch of woods - we are really working to explore what we can creatively pull out of the scent profile. This is downright DAMN GOOD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI can't express just how much I know you are going to love this oil !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE SCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaos Ant II 2024 is a squeaky clean copper-distilled New Gen. Whereas previous batches in the Borikhamxay Series have been super sweet, bright, and uplifting oils - Laos Ant II 2024 is a Darker, Deeper, more Incense'y oil. Even the darker Burnt Yellow color leads one to presume it'll be a deeper, more Zen-like scent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat we ended up with is an octave or two lower than Laos Ant (I) 2023, with the smoothest Suede, like the softest leather imaginable, and wisps of Golden Hay. That alone sounds enticing! Now imagine those golden notes Entwined around Melipona Honey and hints of white florals, drying down to Oudy Incense and Musk. Simply put - it’s exquisite !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared to Borikhamxay, which has some unique notes of Juiced Pear and Fruit Peels and a subtle Citrus Zing - Laos Ant II straddles more a Japanese \/ Arab aesthetic, complete with Florals and Honey and Golden strands of Hay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplex. Very lightly and Sweetly Resinous. Old old wood tones. Even a slight Bitterness, reminiscent of the sweet \/ bitter dichotomy you'll find in the best Chinese tea leaves - sweet on the front of the palette, bitter on the back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurther in to the experience is a medley of Wildflowers and just a tiny bit of something earthy, reminiscent of fresh-tilled Garden Soil. It lasts forever too ... the drydown on me lasts a solid 12-15 hours or more with just a tiny drop. We've got a real performer on our hands!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaos Ant is Japanese Incense Sticks, Vaporous Mint, Golden Hay and the plushest Suede, Wildflowers and Bitter-Sweet Tea Leaves, and Deep, Incense'y Oud Resin - and maybe a touch of Muskiness in the drydown. Really smells like ancient wood here, and that Vaporous quality really gets my nose revved up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI'm a little relutant to sell this oil ... it's so damn good. This oil came out even better than I had hoped it would.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery limited batch - grab some while available !\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44581681627361,"sku":null,"price":206.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44581681660129,"sku":null,"price":615.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5g · V-Vial","offer_id":44581681692897,"sku":null,"price":905.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44581681725665,"sku":null,"price":1785.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/il_1588xN.5846384135_bidv_1.jpg?v=1709218795"},{"product_id":"mentarang-kodo-2023-malinau-north-kalimantan-borneo-island-indonesian-malaccensis-hirta-candan-pure-artisan-dehn-al-oud-rpp","title":"Mentarang Kodo 2023 : Sweet Incense Smoke, Vanilla, Caramel, Chocolate and Coffee Malinau Oud Oil","description":"\u003cspan\u003eMentarang Kodo 2023 :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalinau North Kalimantan Borneo Island Indonesian Malaccensis \u0026amp; Hirta - Pure Artisan Dehn al Oud Oil - RPP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJungle : Mentarang : Malinau - North Kalimantan, Borneo Island - Indonesia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass : Wild, Incense Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies : Malaccensis \u0026amp; Hirta \/ Candan Co-distillation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation : Stainless \/ New Gen \/ Incense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation Date : March, 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor those not familiar with my work, I've got several distillation operations in several different locations across South East Asia, now. Each location has a unique set up, yielding unique oils - and we are generally distilling woods from within their own countries of origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular oil I chose to turn the vacuum off, and juice in a Stainless setup to have a different kind of fun. Don’t worry - I promise you’re gonna love this 😉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis was some really resinous wood, and I wanted to capture some incense smoke coming off of it. For those that know my tastes, I love a little Incense’y Oud Smoke in my oils, and on a clean, New Gen distillation … I’m gettin’ randy just writing about it! 😅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuffice it to say - if you’ve tried and loved Takengon Aceh, this run was a similar concept with an even more full bodied depth to it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to the unique set up - we combined harvests from 2 species from Mentarang, an area of Malinau \/ North Kalimantan, for a unique co-distillation - combining Malaccensis with Hirta \/ Candan. Hirta \/ Candan is a small, incredibly rare type of Agarwood species that normally wont yield huge amounts of wood due to the small size of the tree, but the wood it does produce is incredibly prized, especially in the Arab market. It's known for it's unique spiciness, which plays out delightfully in this distillation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABOUT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen we talk about Kalimantan or Borneo oils - names like Malinau or Tarakan, areas to the north eastern part of Indo Kalimantan - usually come to mind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the value-added “branding” of the Malinau and Tarakan names, though - woods from other lesser known or prized areas of Kalimantan will be distilled and slapped on the band name - making it nearly impossible these days to find an oil with a genuine Malinau or Tarakan scent profile. That search for the Vanillic sweetness of genuine Malinau is now over 💪🏼\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonally, I really like incense-style distillations both for their complexity, as well as their potency, and I break those down in to two types of distillations :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Smokey Incense - more akin to heating a chip on charcoal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Not necessarily smokey - but an incense'y character to the oil that is like the first wisps of heating a chip on one of our Subitisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMentarang Kodo 2023 is the best of both types of Incensiness, with a gentle smoke note that not only will not overpower the senses, but highlights the second type of Incense’y goodness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Gen \/ Non-soaking style means no fermentation notes and a clear, clean odor profile devoid of any barnyard. So if you don't like the funk - you should really give this a try.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe juiced Incense Grade Malacenssis and Candan \/ Hirta Chips, and you'll notice just how gourmand this oil is, in true Malinau fashion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMentarang Kodo has a great, almost Bergamot bitterness right upon application. Resinous and lightly Smokey. Wherefrom the bottle it’s reminiscent of Takengon Aceh - on skin it immediately becomes very distinctive. Sweet, Woody, and Smokey Incense Oudy goodness right off the bat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere’s an almost Chocolatey \/ Toffee \/ Caramel \/ Coffee note that I can’t stop inhaling. If you’re an Oud veteran , you know well the Vanillic sweetness from the Malinau region - but this is so much more gourmand and delectable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs I’m sitting here writing and sniffing my wrist, I just pulled out some Rapunzel Chocolat Noir 85%, a little Uraguyan artisnal Dulce de Leche, and I’m sipping on some Lapsang Souchong, and I’m picking all of them up in the glorious fume that is Mentarang Kodo eminating from the back of my left hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI remember when we first produced the oil, my project manager for my indonesian operation told me the scent reminded him of coffee with palm sugar, or “gula aren”. If you’ve never sweetened your black coffee with palm sugar, give it a try. Not only is it delicious and more nutritious, but you’ll understand that scent he was talking about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI can only imagine what a few years of aging will do to this oil - I'd highly recommend grabbing a bottle to use, and another to shelve. I promise - this oil is gonna be absolutely magical in a few years. 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In part due to the rarity of the woods, and also due to the low yields of Gyrinops distillations, in general. Let alone a high grade oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the last few months I’ve put samples into the hands of a few clients to get feedback, all of which has been exceptionally positive. Has been funny, as well, as it’s a pretty unique profile they couldn’t quite place at first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdam's Peak is a tall conical sacred mountain located in central Sri Lanka. It is well known for the Sri Pada (Śrī Pāda ; Sinhala: ශ්‍රී පාද, \"sacred footprint\"), a 1.8 m (5 ft 11 in) rock formation near the summit whose name is also used for the mountain itself (I included a photo of it from 1890).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Buddhist tradition the print is held to be the footprint of the Buddha, in Sri Lankan Hindu tradition that of Hanuman or Shiva (its Tamil name, சிவனொளிபாதமலை, Sivanolipaathamalai), means \"Mountain of Shiva's Light\") and in some Islamic and Christian traditions that of Adam or St. Thomas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mountain is also known as Mount Malaya in Buddhist sources, particularly the Mahayana Lankavatara Sutra, which states that the Buddha preached this sutra on top of the mountain. According to this sutra, the mountain was the abode of Rāvanā, overlord of the Raskshasas and ruler of Laṅkā.Other names in Sanskrit sources include Mount Lanka, Ratnagiri (Mountain of Gems), Malayagiri (Mount Malaya) or Mount Rohana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you can’t tell … it’s a holy place to just about everyone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI mention this because the oil, itself, has a holy airiness to it. Almost like the coolness of high mountain air, and how Breathing, itself, is necessary for life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeing such a holy place - the name alludes to the creation story, being the \"footprint of the first man\", the start of human life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Chinese, the character for “Breath” is 息\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a little small to see, but the upper portion is the character for “Self”, and the lower character is for “Heart”. One’s breath is literally the “Center of Oneself”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI’m really going out in to left field, here - but this oil reminded me of this concept of the Breath and that of the Center of Ourselves. Adam Reborn being a very centering and grounding oil, like the Breath of Life, itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight from the vial the it’s complexity is apparent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpon application to the skin, an Airy Coolness blasts the nose, like a cool morning up in the high mountain air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere’s a note to it that I can think of only as “Blue”. It’s not fruity or floral, per se, but it makes me think of the color blue. I’ve asked the few customers who have received samples of this of their thoughts on that blue’ness - and they pretty much said all the same thing, “I can’t quite put my finger on it, but it just smells awesome!”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s an airy oil - backed up by solid woody Oudiness.the few folks that have had a sneak peek, although they couldn’t place where the oil was from, every single, one of them guessed correctly that it was from an island due to that airiness. They also mostly guessed correctly that it was a Gyrinops (a few thought Filaria) - as the resin note is very apparent in the drydown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe oil is a complexity beast, with an air of Holiness to it. Something I think we will all agree upon when you smell it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall batch of oil, and one definitely worthy of any collection. 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Meroke is an area of Papua Island generally known for its swamp and mangrove buried woods. However - this is made from a Live Tree - as opposed to the Dead \/ Swamp Woods of Merauke \/ Meroke in the far South. Yielding a lush, green, vibrant Filaria oil that’ll stick in your nose for hours just smelling from the bottle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI've seen oils like this sell for thousands of dollars a bottle, and I think you'll understand why. It's a rare type of tonal quality to the oil, and it's a very enjoyable wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first thing I notice about this oil is the viscosity. It's thick, but not syrupy. I imagine with age, this oil will thicken a little further, as it's already gotten thick in the better part of a year since we juiced it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the bottle, it’ll blitz your nose, straight to your brain with a piercing greenness. 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