{"title":"Gourmand Oud Oils","description":"\u003cp\u003eChocolate, Toffee, Caramel, Honey, Coffee and Toasted Nuts. These are the Oud Oils that smell good enough to eat — from the Milk Chocolate of Tripuri 3 and Sujanagar to the Bitter Cacao of Dawki and the Nougat of Saipung. Every note here comes from the wood itself and how it was distilled, never from anything added.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"jiribam-guf-2006-vinage-pure-hindi-manipuri-oud-oil-dehn-al-oudh-indian-oud-oil-manipur-agarwood-oil","title":"Jiribam Guf 2006 : Peated Whiskey, Bitter Cocoa, Smoked Black Tea and Dark Berries Manipuri Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Jiribam - Manipur\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Agallocha, Guf - Wild\u003cbr\u003eClass : Traditional Copper Deg and Bapkha - Wood Fired - Distilled exclusively from Guf\u003cbr\u003eProfile : Whiskey Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Bitter Cocoa and Musk - Lightly Smoked Black Tea Notes - Stone Fruits and Dark Berries - Hints of Spice\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough Jiribam is located in North Western Manipur, it's geographical location is at an intersecting point of Manipur, Southern Assam, and Eastern Sylhet, Bangladesh. I find terroir notes in Jiribam that share some commonalities to all of these regions, which also makes it a bit unique and distinctive from each of them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil was distilled back in 2006, so it's got some good age on it - which also makes it a bit of a rare oil. We found and acquired this particular oil while meeting with one of our wood contacts from the region. It's deep, rich, and as is increasingly the rarer case - genuinely wild. It also has a distinctive and unique scent ... more on that in a moment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA NOTE OF OBSERVATION BETWEEN NEW GEN AND TRADITIONALLY DISTILLED OILS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA lot of Western and Far Eastern clients these days are looking for oils that are active mind buzzers - usually a class of oils that are termed \"New Gen\", as it is more of a modern distillation style for Ouds. These types of distillations have clean soaks, and are often devoid of any fermentation, with lower yields and smelling very \"clean\". \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow, in contrast to the Upward Moving\/Mind Buzz of New Gens - Traditional Distillations tend to be very Grounding and Calming. Traditional distillations will have a more Downward Action\/Movement - helping to \"Anchor, Settle, and Calm\" one's mood (I put in quotes as Anchor, Settle, and Calm is an actual class of Medicinals in Chinese Medicine, of which I am a licensed practitioner here in the US).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSO - if you happen to need a little Grounding or are \"too often stuck in your head\" - I might suggest checking more traditionally-distilled Oud oils, of which I have been working to expand the selection of here at Rising Phoenix. These old-world distillations are potent, rich - and most importantly - very Grounding and Calming to one's mood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs I had previously mentioned, Jiribam is located in a unique geographical location, lending Terroir Notes found in Southern Assamese, Bangladeshi Sylheti, and other Manipuri Oils. And even though there is some terroir crossover - this also lends to some distinctiveness. Add to that, also - this particular oil was distilled exclusively from Guf - a particular formation formed from damage on the surface of the trees. Guf is beloved for it's rich - and often very resinous - formations, and Guf Oils are not something I see frequently in the market. Terms like Seufi are better recognized - however it's quite rare to find pure Seufi distillations (of which I offer several pure Seufi's here in the shop). I am increasingly known for my growing collection of unique and unusual specimens - and Jiribam Guf 2006 is not exception.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI've been very fortunate to offer several Guf distillations here in the shop now, and everyone seems to be warmly embracing them for their distinctive scents. I also have several Char distillations - something worth browsing in the shop for, as they are as equally distinctive as Guf oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs this is a traditionally distilled oil - expect some very smooth and light fermentation in the form of some Hay Notes. On JK's Fermentation Scale, I'd place Jiribam 2006 as a Brie. Light, smooth, buttery fermentation. Not something to be afraid of, by any means. And the scent! OMG the scent !! This oil has become quite a popular pick.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil is soooo much more than Hay. It's dark and complex in all the right ways.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI've recently loaded in Sujanagar 2016 - which has a lovely Milk Chocolaty\/Cocoa-ness to it. It smells like fond family memories and warm hugs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJiribam Guf 2006, on the other hand, is Bitter Cocoa and Musk, with some Black Tea Notes and Berries and Hints of Spice. If Sujanagar is Chocolate Mousse - Jiribam Guf is Molten Flourless Chocolate Cake.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Bitter Cocoa is interesting. It reminds me of the dark Ghanese Chocolates the Japanese are so fond of. Not sweet, but with a rounded Bitterness that is much easier on the palate than \"Bitter Dark Chocolate\" we find here in the US. I find the chocolate note here to be very dense - almost like a lightly sweetened flourless chocolate cake. Rich and mouthwatering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTea notes are some of my faves in Oud Oils, and I find some whispers of lightly smoked black breakfast teas - malty and rich, with stone fruits and hints of dark berries and tea-nuances.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost interestingly - my better half is Japanese, and Asian Noses tend to be really sensitive to any level of fermentation. I mention this because ... she's usually not too fond of when I wear *Traditional* Hindi's - but when I wear Jiribam Guf - she always perks up and asks, \"IS THAT MOOSK (Musk) !??!\" I can't help but crack up - especially as she asks in a very positively inquisitive tone. For whatever reason, she loves how this oil smells on me, as the bitter cocoa'y muskiness she finds very appealing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe photo I chose for Jiribam Guf reminded me of the yellow skins of Cocoa Pods 🥰 and I'd say it very much encapsulates the character of this oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'll also mention Jiribam Guf pairs wonderfully with Narcotic\/White Florals, Spice Notes, and Sweet Resins. Some Rose in here would be 💪🏼\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePriced very friendly, especially for a wild oil with nearly 2 decades of aging on it - this makes for a perfect Daily Wear - and doubles as an excellent pick for special occasions. Consider picking up a Tola to keep you warm and lovable through the coming cooler months.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Jiribam Guf Oud Oil,Manipuri Oud Oil,Hindi Oud Oil,Indian Oud Oil,Pure Oud Oil,Traditional Oud Oil,Agallocha","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154935673057,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154935705825,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154935738593,"sku":"","price":510.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12g · Full Tola","offer_id":44154935771361,"sku":"","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.5063506195_7s8d.jpg?v=1698076336"},{"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":"krishnai-char-2016-pure-hindi-oud-oil","title":"Krishnai Char 2016 : Roasted Cacao, Peated Whisky and Molasses Hindi Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Krishnai - Border of SW Assam and North\/West Garo Hills, Meghalaya\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClass : 100% Wild Char, Rare\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Traditional Wood-fired Deg and Bapka, 2016\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Agallocha\u003cbr\u003eProfile : Whiskey Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere at Rising Phoenix I like to offer some rare and unusual materials, and things not easily found elsewhere. Krishnai Char is a superb example. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those not familiar with the term, Char is a type of Agarwood formation found in long dead trees and tree stumps from long ago harvested trees. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEssentially a tree will fall over or was cut and harvested sometime in the past...but the stump and roots didn’t die. They’ll go on to form Char, kept alive by the surrounding trees. A phenomenon only now gaining understanding in the West - but long ago understood in the East. Char can come from trees that “died” decades, even centuries ago. Makes ya look at stumps in the forests surrounding us in a whole new light !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaybe you’ve hard of Char. Maybe you’ve even burned some. But I’ll bet you’ve never seen an oil produced from it. Rare, indeed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome folks love those ethereal top notes and bright fruits and flowers found in newer distillation styles. We generally term those styles “New Gen” distillations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith New Gen oils all the rave these days, I hear a lotta griping that few are offering “the old sh*t” any longer. Not necessarily fermentation - but those old style oils that are full throttle, testosterone in a bottle. Deep. Dark. Rich. If that sounds appealing ... keep reading 😉\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDistilled in 2016, this isn’t an oil we produced, but it is one that one of my guys that combs the countryside for me did find. I hear from him when he finds something really special. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally distilled in a wood-fired Deg and Bapka - these old style distillations are something I try to reserve some space in the shop for, as they are held in high esteem from quite a few folks in the game. Especially the old players, and with folks where the newer styles of production just miss the mark for. These are Ouds that get your blood coursing with a roar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese particular Char formations, although known and occasionally appreciated in the East - are especially beloved in the Gulf. They perform beautifully on charcoal, and even lower grade Chips can be juicy and full of resin. And the high grade stuff ... you can practically swim in the bubbles. Now imagine that as an oil 🤯 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe scent of roasting cacoa beans wafting through dense jungle foliage. Tendrils of wood fire carrying that rich dark chocolate to your nose. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHints of Oud Smoke embrace the Caramelized Peat of an aged Islay Whisky, revving that inner beast that gets that blood pumping. As that sugar continues to condense and turn from caramel to molasses, dark, thick Char bubbles of resin and Tobacco leaves finish off the evening. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is Krishnai Char. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you’re tired of the bright tropical florals or the jammy fruits and honey - or you simply need an Oud that roars without being animalic or barnyardy - look no further.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Garo Hills Oud,Meghalaya Oud,Hindi Oud,Krishnai Char","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154952253665,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154952286433,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154952319201,"sku":"","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3895414633_mjbm.jpg?v=1698076708"},{"product_id":"dawki-2016-west-jaintai-hills-pure-hindi-oud-oil","title":"Dawki 2016 : Bitter Cacao, Espresso, Whiskey and Dark Berries Meghalaya Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Dawki - West Jaintai Hills, Meghalaya\u003cbr\u003eClass : High Grade Wild Dust and Chips\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Traditional Wood-fired Deg and Bapka, 2016\u003cbr\u003eProfile : Whiskey Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is another stellar oil we found while combing the countryside. Aged a solid 7 years at the time of release - this is a potent oil for those that like ‘em dark ‘n strong 💪🏼 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome folks love those ethereal top notes and bright fruits and flowers found in newer distillation styles. We generally term those styles “New Gen” distillations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith New Gen oils all the rave these days, I hear a lotta griping that few are offering “the old sh*t” any longer. Not necessarily fermentation - but those old style oils that are full throttle, testosterone in a bottle. Deep. Dark. Rich. If that sounds appealing ... keep reading 😉\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDistilled in 2016, this isn’t an oil we produced, but it is one that one of my guys that combs the countryside for me did find. I hear from him when he finds something really special. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally distilled in a wood-fired Deg and Bapka - these old style distillations are something I try to reserve some space in the shop for, as they are held in high esteem from quite a few folks in the game. Especially the old players, and with folks where the newer styles of production just miss the mark for. These are Ouds that get your blood coursing with a roar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe scent of roasting cacoa beans and bitter cacoa nibs. Tendrils of wood fire carrying that rich dark chocolate to your nose. To my nose - this smells like woods from the Eastern part of Meghalaya - dark and bold. Like drinking a stiff espresso with little added sugar. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHints of Oud Smoke embrace the sweeter Heart - Caramelized Peat of an aged Islay Whisky, revving that inner beast that gets that blood pumping. As that sugar continues to condense and turn from caramel to molasses, dark, thick bubbles of Resin and Tobacco Leaves finish off the evening. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut wait! Dawki hasn’t finished the ride. A sudden fruity tartness. Surprisingly - Berries. Dark, syrupy berries. I don’t detect them at all until quite a few hours have passed. Just when I think we are nearing the finale - those berries rear their head. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is Dawki. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you’re tired of the bright tropical florals or the jammy fruits and honey - or you simply need an Oud that roars without being animalic or barnyardy - look no further.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Garo Hills Oud,Meghalaya Oud,Hindi Oud,Krishnai Char","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154952810721,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154952843489,"sku":"","price":174.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154952876257,"sku":"","price":510.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3906131987_c439.jpg?v=1698076721"},{"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":"naharani-seufi-2017-oud-oil-pure-hindi-oud-oil-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Naharani Seufi 2017 : Roasted Nuts, Milk Tea and Malt Assam Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Naharani, Upper Assam - India\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild Seufi Dust and Broken Seufi Chips , Agallocha\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : 2017, Traditional Deg and Bapka, Wood-fired - First 12 hours of Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI try to offer a diversity of distillation styles - ranging from the squeakiest clean\/terpiest New Gens, to varying degrees of fermentation (ranging, as I describe them, from Mozzarella to Brie and Camembert), to incense distillations reminiscent either of a chip on charcoal or a smokeless incense note, to traditional Deg and Bapka oils cooked over wood fires, as well as connoisseur Aged\/Ateek oils with decades of beautiful maturing on them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is something for everyone here at Rising Phoenix ... oftentimes multiple somethings !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSEUFI ?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2017 Naharani Seufi is a pure Seufi Oud oil - and Seufi oils are a class in and of themselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeufi oils are produced exclusively from Agarwood found in the branches. Many don't realize it - but different parts of the tree, as well as different types of infections - all can have distinctive olfactory characteristics. Seufi oils are a mainstay in Gulf tastes - but as you can imagine, the quantity of oils being sold contrasted against the number of branches to be distilled ... you'll be lucky if a \"Seufi Oud\" on the mass market is 3-5% actual Seufi. Even that small percentage can impart a distinctive flavor to an oil that sets the mouths of lovers of Hindi Ouds to salivating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNaharani Seufi, in contrast, is 100% Seufi. This is an unusual rarity generally found only direct from distillers or from exclusive VIP corners in select locations, and only in small quantities. Commercial companies usually blend oils like this in to big batches (rarely do you get single distillation oils from big companies). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this instance - we acquired this directly from the distiller who produced this oil back in 2017 - pure and uncut, and distilled exclusively from the upper branches from old trees - all around 70-90 years old.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo - knowing it's going to be a distinctive Seufi scent, I'm sure you're wondering - how's it smell, JK !?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an interesting Seufi oil. Dry roasted nuts. Not overly savory. Not much Sweetness. At least not on the front end. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNaharani is an interesting area - well known for it's tea plantations, and a superb tea area at that. Although I wouldn't call this oil tea-like, I would say that it is like a good stiff cup of English Tea with no sugar and a little splash of milk. Natural sweetness of the tea and milk shining through.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough not what I'd call a sweet oil, It does develop a little bit of maltiness after 30 or so minutes of wearing. Hints of smoke and dry incense form the Heart of the oil, with that lightly malted sweetness poking its head out here and there.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dry down, I would argue, does have a little hint of dry tea leaves in there. Just a hint of fruits and leatheriness common to the teas from the Naharani area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the JK's Scale of Cheeses - this is a Nutty Brie. Very little fermentation. Good milkiness. Not overly daring. Easy to wear, especially if you like friendly Hindis that are not New Gen's.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a comparison - 1999 Mokokchung Seufi is a VERY gourmand oil. TONS of chewy toasted nuts and caramel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2017 Naharani Seufi, by contrast, is dry-roasted nuts, incense, with hints of hay and suede. Both Seufi oils, but quite different characters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeufi oils are distilled from the infected branches of Agarwood trees - and by default, they tend to be produced in small quantities. This oil has 6 years of aging on it already, so although it'll continue to develop over the years, I don't imagine we will see drastic changes to it in the short term. It's prime for wearing right now, no waiting necessary. Giggly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*This is a small batch, mind you - so this one will likely go more quickly than some of the other oils in the shop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBe sure to grab some and find out just why Seufi oils are so highly beloved !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: 2017 Naharani Seufi Oud Oil,Pure Seufi Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154954645729,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154954678497,"sku":"","price":174.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154954711265,"sku":"","price":510.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3879418346_bql4.jpg?v=1698076801"},{"product_id":"kepi-2022-live-tree-filaria-indonesian-merauke-meroke-vacuum-distilled-series-pure-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Kepi 2022 : Peated Whiskey, Toffee and Cacao Papuan Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Kepi, Merauke - Mappi Regency : Papua, Indonesia\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Filaria, Single Live Tree\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Hybrid Vacuum Distillation \u003cbr\u003eDistillation Date : February 12 - 22, 2022\u003cbr\u003eProfile : Whiskey Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Whiskey - Peat - Toffee - Cacao - Incense Smoke - Lush Jungle - Earthy Jungle Floor**\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**I offered this particular oil at about half the price it should be listed at. 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":"white-tiger-2021-gold-silk-soft-oil-purehainan-plantation-kynam-oil","title":"White Tiger 2021 : Pollen, Honeycomb and Resin Plantation Hainan Kynam Oil","description":"Jungle : Hainan, China\u003cbr\u003eClass : Grafted, Plantation\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : CO2 - October, 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo I wanted to offer a plantation Kynam oil **not produced by some megalithic operation** ... which meant I’d have to produce one. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI also wanted to offer an inexpensive Kynam oil that could also serve as a juxtaposition against the WILD Hainan Kynam oil I was planning to produce : 2021 Bai Qinam (in the shop, now!). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSide by side, you’d be able to smell and see first hand the difference in complexity, but it would also be a study of Wild vs Plantation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI have enough to offer some as a stand alone sale, BUT - I will also include an equivalent amount of White Tiger with every purchase of Bai Qinam so you can compare and contrast. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT THIS OIL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo be clear - this is a CO2 extraction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso to be clear - the source material is as is seen in the listing photo, a particular type of Kynam known as “Gold Silk, Soft Oil.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHY CO2 ?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimply put - yields. A water distillation would have a roughly 0.01% yield. So if we used a kg - we’d be lucky to get 8-10g of oil out of this premium sinking material used. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut if we CO2’d a kg of material - we’d have a rough 0.06-0.1% yield - meaning we’d get somewhere between 60-100g of oil. On this batch - we got a little more than 60g - making it much more affordable than if we had hydro-distilled it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThose familiar with CO2 extractions are familiar with a general lack of Top Notes - but a very true scent of raw material. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this case - this principle held true. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**in the wild Bai Qinam ... hold your horses - Top Notes Intact !!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo - expect a true-to-source material scent of Hainan Kynam. Rich, pollen and honeycomb and deep resinous note with that lovely Kynam drydown. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI HIGHLY recommend grabbing a little of the Bai Qinam - so you’ll get both oils (and a FREE sample of White Tiger) to compare and contrast side-by-side.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Hainan China Oud,plantation Qinam,Grafted Kynam","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154958512353,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154958545121,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154958577889,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154958610657,"sku":"","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154958643425,"sku":"","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3884442631_h85z_43dbed9e-1dc6-455b-a5b0-4136f503fb86.jpg?v=1698076956"},{"product_id":"prome-2021-central-southern-burmese-pure-oud-oil-traditional-deg-series","title":"Prome 2021 : Tamarind Chutney, Toasted Macadamia and White Florals Burmese Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Prome - Central Southern Burma\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Copper, Traditional Wood-fired Deg - solely the first 12 hours of distillation\/1st Jal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen it comes to Burmese oils, there are 2 general things folks are used to ... and Prome is neither of them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Most Burmese oils we see hail from Myitkyina, in North Eastern Myanmar. \u003cbr\u003eNgapali is over 1100km way - an entirely different region and scent - and a rarely seen one any longer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. The vast majority of Burmese oils we see these days are farmed, overly fermented, and generally are of low (albeit \"market standard\") quality. Prome is neither of these.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2021 Prome, on the other hand, was distilled from a single tree that was over 100 years old. It was distilled from resinous black broken chips and shavings from all the top incense grade material from this single tree. A rarity to purchase Burmese oils like this any longer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI've had the opportunity to produce a few oils very traditionally, by Indian deg style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese old set ups are wood fired and controlled entirely \"by feel\". If we were in the kitchen, my wife would call this \"grandma style\" - no measurements or modern tech. Everything done by hand and relying on the senses. Deg distillations are often carefully control-heated by sensing the temperature inside the boiler by feeling radiant heat - and the boiler, itself, is heated by wood fire rather than by gas (or electric).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese kinds of distillations take a lot of skill to produce, and there is a certain character from them that can't be duplicated with more modern set ups.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn thing I really like about these kinds of distillations is that there is often an opening note imparted by the wood fires used to produce them. You'll find the first few seconds of the Deg Series has a common similar note, a characteristic scent imparted by this technique - before diverging into their unique personalities. Personally, I love this scent, as I like a wisp of smokiness. Smells of cooking and wood fire are primeval scents, and tap into our DNA unlike anything else.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProme opens with a wisp of smoke and a hint of sour fruit, like an Indian chutney made from tamarind or plums, and mangos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere's a toasted nutty quality to this oil that I've had emerge in one or two other oils from India that I've produced. In Prome, it reminds me more of a toasted Macadamia nut...quite a pleasant scent beside that sour fruit chutney note. Kinda making me hungry as I write this, haha.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs that toasty, nutty, chutney note develops, a swirl of white and indolic florals begins to ride the waves of scent into the nostrils. It's a nice contrast to the almost purpleness of the opening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSurprisingly, Prome is quite Musky. I wouldn't call it straight up deer musky, though - its more of a vegetal muskiness reminiscent of the muskiness in my Musk Rose Attar. That quintessential Hindi Musk note, undergirding the white florals, purple fruits, and toasted nuts. On my skin, I find it gets muskier the further we go in to dry down.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving in to dry down, there are notes of plums and dried Hunza raisins ... notes often found in Cambodi and Burmese oils, and sometimes found in far eastern regions of India like Manipur and Nagaland. This is to say that there's an almost fruity Cambodi quality to this oil, like sticky raisin resin in the dry down that will leave you wondering if you landed in the eastern stretches of India, the northern reaches of Burma, or MUCH further South East in Cambodia. Geographically amorphous oils like this I find rather fascinating, as they take us on a journey not just to one place ... but manage to take our noses and minds on journeys of a thousand leagues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall, expect tamarind, plum, and mango chutney, sticky raisins, that slight sour, fermented fruit vibe that’s typical for some ‘subcontinental’ ouds but this is still ‘clean’ oil. Milky tea like nuances ; a touch of spices. Vegetal Musk. Purple Fruits and White Florals. Sticky Oud Resin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProme is a fun ride through Indian, Burma, and Cambodia ... one I'm hoping you'll join me on!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Prome Oud Oil,Pure Oud Oil,Burmese Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154962411745,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154962444513,"sku":"","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154962477281,"sku":"","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3186885800_mn35_703a231f-c17b-4c27-bae9-76a17c835217.jpg?v=1698077045"},{"product_id":"sivasagar-2021-upper-assam-hindi-oud-oil","title":"Sivasagar 2021 : Assam Black Tea, Leather and Honey Hindi Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Sivasagar - Upper Assam\u003cbr\u003eClass : Backyard Wild (wild planted and allowed to self-inoculate)\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Stainless, Clean Soak Non-Fermentation January 2021, 7-day run\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDistilled from shavings and broken chips of the quality as seen in the photos. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreat for Daily Wear and priced for a joy ride 😉\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSivasagar is known for being particularly sweet - with leather and hay overtones and a “Heather ‘n Honey” underbelly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil, like the teas from the area, yields a classical Assamese “cup of tea” scent that pairs well with just about everything. If you like Indian teas - I think you’ll love this oil. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDon’t expect artisan twists and turns and a really compelling story. Instead - cuddle up to a warm cup of black tea and snuggle with that well-worn leather jacket you love so much. This is a small bottle of comfort that’s easy to reach for when you need an Oudy hug. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven though it’s a clean, non-fermentation batch - many Hindis still have some leather and hay notes bordering on “barnyard adjacent” for my Western-nosed clients. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI tested this with one of my local Taiwanese friends. Asian noses in general tend to be really sensitive to any barnyard notes - even more so than Western noses. I mention this - because he loved this oil. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo I think it’s safe to say this is “safe for all noses” 😎\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT THE REGION\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe city gets its name from the big lake, Sivasagar, situated in the heart of the city. The lake was commissioned by the Ahom king Siva Singha.It lies about 360 kilometres (224 mi) northeast of Guwahati. This city is surrounded by the Dehing rainforest, where the Dihing (Brahmaputra) and Lohit rivers meet. The Dikhow river flows in the east.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSivasagar, formerly known as Rangpur, was the capital of the Ahom Kingdom from 1699 to 1788. The Ahoms ruled Assam for six centuries until their kingdom fell to the Burmese in 1819 and their ruling class was all but wiped out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe province was conquered by the British in 1825 and was completely annexed in 1826. For administrative purposes, it was divided into three sub-divisions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is said that the original name of Sivasagar was - ‘Kalansupar’ after the name of ‘Kalansu Gohain’ who resided in a village that originally existed in the place where currently the Sivasagar tank is located.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Hindi Oud,Upper Assam Oud,Sivasagar Oud Oil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly 1 available","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44154968572129,"sku":"","price":32.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154968604897,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154968637665,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12g · Full Tola","offer_id":44154968670433,"sku":"","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/IMG-3193.heic?v=1750778872"},{"product_id":"bai-qinam-2021-groundbreaking-pure-wild-hainan-chinese-kyara-oud-oil-connoisseur-kynam-oil","title":"Bai Qinam 2021 : Narcotic White Florals, Gardenia, Lily, Honey and Pollen Wild Hainan Kyara Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Hainan, China\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild Premium and Sinking White Hainan Kynam\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : CO2 Extraction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBack in 2019, I released an oil that shook the Oud world, Blue Kyara - a pure Wild Vietnamese and Hainanese Kynam Oil, to which I added a smidge of the \"Kyara of Blue Lotus Oils\" - a legendary 2005 batch of Distilled Indian Blue Lotus. Needless to say - it was met with a bit of disbelief...until they smelled it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe making of Blue Kyara was made possible by several colleagues chipping in the raw material in exchange for some of its yield. I had put together about 1\/3 of the raw material, to which they contributed the other 2\/3 of raw material. Their payment for their considerate participation was a portion of the yield. The remainder of the oil, I did two things with ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlue Kyara was actually the \"artistic sibling\" - I had taken that pure Kynam oil that and split in 2. The 100% pure oil was sold privately to 3 clients. Never made it in to the shop, unfortunately - for which I was given an incredible amount of grief (apologies again !) The other half of the distillation was 99.5% Kyara and 0.5% 2005 Distilled Indian Blue Lotus, which I named Blue Kyara. BK shook the foundations of Artisanal Oud.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI felt really bad about not having had any pure Kynam oil for folks, and I wanted to find a way to make it up to everyone ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2021 was the 10 Year Anniversary of the founding of Rising Phoenix - and if Blue Kyara was the highlight of the first 10 years of being in business - I wanted to raise the ante in a way only Rising Phoenix could. The planning, of which, went back to 2019 and the success of Blue Kyara.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2019 BK was a mix of wild Vietnamese and Hainanese. I wanted a puuuure Hainanese Kyara Oud Oil, and not just ANY Hainan ... but the elusive and most highly valued White Hainan Kynam. And this time ... I wanted no artistic sibling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI understand that BK was expensive - and despite the cost, I was able to keep that cost down because nearly 70% of the raw material was \"donated\". In other words, the cost was subsidized and done in a way that really helped me keep the cost down. I just want to mention that to prepare you, because none of the production of this oil was subsidized ... AND - it was produced using THE single most expensive type of Kyara - Wild Hainanese White Kynam. The Connoisseurs Kynam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow, I'm sure you're asking at this point, \"JK, did you reaaaaaally extract a WILD White Kynam oil??\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd I understand the question and skepticism, given the storming of the scene recently with \"plantation Kynam\", which I really feel is like \"Agarwood +\" - as it makes for a nice Agarwood, but in my opinion - doesn't quite hold a candle to the old wild Kynam stock. And to prove this reality in the only way I know how ... I also produced a Plantation Kynam oil, which I named \"White Tiger\" - to which you will receive an equal amount of when you place your order for Bai Kynam, so you can compare and contrast the scents side by side. There is NO DOUBT that what Bai Kynam was made from is wild, and you will know the truth of this with a single whiff of both bottles. There is simply no comparison !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis groundbreaking offer of not one, but TWO revolutionary oils is how I wanted to start out the first year of my second decade in business. This is the Way. This is Rising Phoenix.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Scent ... on man - THE SCENT !!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThose familiar with Kynam will recognize the mintiness - that cooling sensation Kynam is so well known for. Keeping in mind, this oil isn't \"Kynamic\". Thats a term way too often overused, usually applied to minty notes, or any oil with hints of bitterness. It's an overplayed term.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil isn't Kynamic. This oil IS Kynam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhite Kynam is known for being \"Cooling and Floral\" - and the mintiness of this oil is oozing floral notes. To my nose it smells almost like Osmanthus. The Chinese expression you'll often hear is \"Chrysanthamum\" - but I perceive it to be more Osmanthus-like than Chrysanthamum-like. Mincing florals aside - the opening notes will split your brain in two. Hundred. Two Hundred. Million. Two Hundred Million little fragments. You'll see.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the oil progresses, you'll notice a persuasive pollen and bee pheromones note - like sexual honey wrapped around interstellar white florals. If you've ever smelled White Kynam - you'll understand what I'm referring to.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Dry Down is this unbelievably long, drawn out Kynam Resin note. Those bee pheromones and interstellar white florals weave in and out - while that resin note drags on and on.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a rare oil that I would say you should exclusively wear on your chin, or a dot in the groove of the center of your upper lip. Why, you might ask?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrior to Bai Kynam - 2019 Blue Kyara was hypothesized to be the most expensive liquid ever produced. This oil is expensive. 2021 Bai Kynam is likely THE most expensive oil ever produced on the planet kind of expensive - and you don't want one whiff of it to escape from piercing your brain like a bolt of lightening. Trust me on this one.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemember - your purchase of 2021 Bai Qinam will ALSO include an equal amount of 2021 White Tiger - produced from what is known as \"Golden Silk Kynam\". It'll have a listing of it's own you can read up on ... but I highly recommend grabbing a little smidge of Bai Qinam so you can compare and contrast them side by side.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrab what will likely be the last - and only - Pure WILD White Hainanese Kynam Oil in history !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Wild Sinking Grade White Hainanese Kynam Oil,Wild Sinking Chinese Kynam,Pure Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969424097,"sku":"","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.2g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969456865,"sku":"","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969489633,"sku":"","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.4g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969522401,"sku":"","price":4800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969555169,"sku":"","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.6g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969587937,"sku":"","price":7200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.7g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969620705,"sku":"","price":8400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.8g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969653473,"sku":"","price":9600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.9g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969686241,"sku":"","price":10800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154969719009,"sku":"","price":11500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154969751777,"sku":"","price":16385.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154969784545,"sku":"","price":20500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154969817313,"sku":"","price":30000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3828801385_6l3f.jpg?v=1698077236"},{"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":"sujanagar-2016-pure-bangladeshi-oud-oil-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Sujanagar 2016 : Milk Chocolate, Suede and Smooth Hay Bangladeshi Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Sujanagar - Pabna District\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Agallocha - Wild\u003cbr\u003eClass : Traditional Copper Deg and Bapkha\u003cbr\u003eProfile : Whiskey Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Milk Chocolate and very smooth Hay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to custom distilling the majority of our own Oud oils, I'll also pick up unique stuff I find along the way. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSujanagar 2016 is one such example of a wild oil from a region of Bangladesh that we hardly ever have a chance of getting our hands on, as the vast majority of Bangladeshi woods and oils we see in the market are plantation stock, and from further north in the Sylhet region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis particular oil we found down in the Pabna District, with the oil hailing from Sujanagar, bordering the Pabma River - famous for its Elish fish (the National Fish of Bangladesh). We also picked up a few woods from the area, which at some point I'll work on getting up into the shop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn contrast to the heavier hay notes often found in the Sylhet area - Sujanagar 2016 has a warm and inviting Milk Chocolate Note.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a traditional Deg and Bapkha distillation, so expect some very light, albeit very smooth barnyard opening notes (I'd say this borders between a Brie and a Camembert on the fermentation, leaning more towards the Brie). It's the kind of opening that most Subcontinentals tell me has no barnyard and rather, they'd say is sweet. But Western and Asian noses may argue with that characterization, which is the only reason I mention it. Regardless of how we define it - it's not something to be scared of. It's quite pleasant and easy to wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI wouldn't say there are any smoke notes to this oil, but there is a nice suede'ish leatheriness that is very comforting. As the weather is cooling at the time of listing - it's pairing perfectly with the cooler weather, so if you happen to live in a part of the world with more mild temperatures, I have a feeling this will perform marvelously on your skin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat I found really interesting about this oil is that after an hour or so into the wear, it transitions into a creamy, yet not overly sweet Milk Chocolate and very mild and smooth Hay note that is both warm and inviting. It's an \"I can't get my nose off my hand\" kinda yumminess.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWearing it reminds me of my youth, and the simple pleasures of drinking warms cups of cocoa in the Fall and Winter and early Spring months. Strangely enough, Sujanagar 2016 feels homely, conjuring images of my siblings and I in the kitchen with our folks, and cooking with our mom. For me it's more than just a pleasant smell, but that of warmth and family and love, and the innocence of childhood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith it's chocolately - cocoa undertones, the oil pairs wonderfully with Narcotic\/White Florals (Like Jasmine or Rose), as well as with spicier notes. Think Chai or Xocolotl and you'll be on the right path!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a wild oil from a region we don't often get to experience, the price is just right - making it ideal for Daily Wears. This is a terribly good value to experience such warm and loving vibes. 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Chinese Medicine is interesting in that the Medicine influenced China's Socio - Philosophical\/Spiritual practices, and vice versa.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the olden days, Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism were not religious practices as you and I know religion. They were more philosophical world views - less concerned with religious concepts of \"God\" and more about Spiritual and Natural Truths (very similar to what you and I would call Science).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is for this reason that, when I chanced across the original unusual turn-of-the-century Hainanese oil - that I wanted to pay homage to China's Buddhist roots in the naming of the oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn both Hindu and Buddhist cultures, the Sanskrit word, Bija, means \"Seed\" - and it is used as a metaphor for the Origin of All things (what Daoism would refer to as the Tao or Dao).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an important medical\/philosophical term within Chinese Medicine, as well, for it is from the Bija\/Dao that come Yin and Yang, further differentiating into the Five Elements, and from the Five Elements that \"The 10,000 things manifest\" - i.e. - all of Creation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Chinese Medicine - this same imagery is also used in describing Conception - and the differentiation of a single point of origin (the single cell we all start as) into a living being.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe see the same concept in Western understanding in what we call the Big Bang. All things originated from a Single Point of Origin (the Seed, so to speak) - from which stars and all matter and all of Creation coalesced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo Bija is an important concept, and one I wanted to share with you. Especially since China has been harvesting and exporting Agarwood centuries before other regions you and I know to be centers of modern day trade. Chinese Agarwood is, in a very literal sense - the Bija of the Agarwood Trade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBACKSTORY\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHainan \"ran dry\" of it's wild woods nearly a decade ago, and so finding old-stock wild woods and oils come exclusively from old traders and connoisseur collectors, and the occasional Hainanese resident who's been holding onto some wood for a rainy day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe occasionally offer some Hainan Senkoh (Japanese-style incense sticks), buying wood from an old, small incense maker to make high grade wild sticks for us. The kind of stuff no one is making any longer. Small batch, premium stuff. I may have a new batch of this rare wild Hainan incense coming soon ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the original 1999 Bija came from this Chinese incense maker I work with - I reached out to see if he had any other batches of wood that would be suitable to make a new batch of oil of the same caliber as the original. We were in luck ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**I've attached a photo of the quality of wood this oil was made from...as you can see - it's a wowzer!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil is thick. I mean - THICK. In cooler weather, you'll find it become like honey or molasses on a cold day - it's not very mobile. Even when it's a bit more warm ... you'll still find this quite thick. Makes it a beast to transfer to the vials, but I digress ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those who don't like those funky barn scents from more traditionally distilled oils - you're in luck. This oil is super clean, with a lovely minty top note.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Zero Barnyard or Funk Notes. :)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs you open the bottle, your nose will be deceptively greeted by what smells like minty camphor and floral, warm beeswax and the scent of opening a jar of honey. But once applied to the skin...the fireworks begin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the warmth of your skin, the oil will emit a complex aroma of Jungle Wildflower Honey, Bee Fur, Animalic Pheromones, and Black Hainanese Kyara layered over Ambergris and Musk. If ever you've smelled really high grade wood that is aromatic at room temperature...you'll understand just how much this smells like Kynam at resting room temp. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimply put - Bija II is astounding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Supply is limited\u003cbr\u003e**Due to the viscosity of this oil, I will only be offering a fixed number of 0.5g, 1g, 2g, and Quarter Tola\/3g increments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: 2021 Hainan Oud","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154984399073,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.2g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154984431841,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154984464609,"sku":"","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154984497377,"sku":"","price":775.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154984530145,"sku":"","price":1525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154984661217,"sku":"","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154984562913,"sku":"","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44154984595681,"sku":"","price":2850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154984628449,"sku":"","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3732002901_tot3.jpg?v=1698077497"},{"product_id":"mokokchung-seufi-1999-ateek-series-pure-wild-nagaland-oud-oil-pure-dehn-al-oud","title":"Mokokchung Seufi 1999 : Toasted Nuts, Jaggery and Hay Nagaland Oud Oil","description":"Mokokchung Seufi 1999 : Ateek Series - Pure Wild Nagaland Oud Oil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJungle : Mokokchung, Nagaland - India\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild Incense Grade Mountain Agallocha - 100% Pure Seufi\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Stainless, Wood-fired - 1999\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet me say simply - this oil is punching above it's price point. Way above.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is mountain oud, which some would consider a distinct category in and of itself.\u003cbr\u003eThis is also a pure Seufi Oud - also a distinct category in and of itself. More on that shortly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHunters have long known that agarwood trees growing in mountainous areas yield the sweetest smelling wood, especially those from rocky cliffs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuch of Nagaland is known for its gentle sweetness of flowers and wildflower honey present in the woods, and very lucky when those floral notes carry over in to the oil. It is already the well-known key feature of agarwood from this region, but extracting the oil can highlight those nuances.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll notice this oil has a some good years on it, too - which is why I'm adding it to the Ateek Series - a series of some very aged oils that I'll be releasing through 2022, and possibly in to 2023 if I don't get them all out before the end of the year. These are some real gems, and testaments to Time, History, and the Quality of Yesteryear. Distilled by veterans in the field often long gone from this earth. Be sure to search \"Ateek\" in the shop to discover some of these unique olfactory opportunities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI mentioned before that this is a pure Seufi Oud oil - and that Seufi oils are a class in and of themselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeufi oils are produced exclusively from Agarwood found in the branches. Many don't realize it - but different parts of the tree, as well as different types of infections - all can have distinctive olfactory characteristics. Seufi oils are a mainstay in Gulf tastes - but as you can imagine, the quantity of oils being sold contrasted against the number of branches to be distilled ... you'll be lucky if a \"Seufi Oud\" on the mass market is 3-5% actual Seufi. Even that small percentage can impart a distinctive flavor to an oil that sets the mouths of lovers of Hindi Ouds to salivating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMokokchung Seufi, in contrast, is 100% Seufi. This is an unusual rarity generally found only direct from distillers or from exclusive VIP corners in select locations, and only in small quantities. Commercial companies usually blend oils like this in to big batches (rarely do you get single distillation oils from big companies). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this instance - we acquired this directly from the distiller who produced this oil back in 1999 - pure and uncut, and distilled exclusively from the top 1\/3 of branches from 100 + year old trees. 5 trees over a century old, to be exact. A real treat, to say the least.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo - knowing it's going to be a distinctive Seufi scent, I'm sure you're wondering - how's it smell, JK !?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs one client joked, \"Like the toasted nuts of those that would destroy me - or not send the oils I paid for\" haha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn all seriousness - the opening notes are that of savory toasted nuts. Maybe not of those that wish ill of me ... but seriously, toasted nuts. hehe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first time I smelled this oil it took me back to when I was a kid when my folks would take me to the Indiana State Fair (the madre is from Indiana - and her side of the family is still out there). Remember those cinnamon almonds and toasted cashews that would scent the air as you walked by the stands? That's the first memory that struck me upon smelling this oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oil transitions from Savory Toasted Nuts in to a Sensual Hay and Sweet Jaggery - that sweet, wood fired coconut sugar that if you've never had it, you need to. The Hay note in this is just gorgeous. It's not a fermented, farm'y hay note. Rather it's that sweet clover bails of hay that you smell in a barn - aging for winter. That sweetness from the Hay and that almost wood-fired coconut sugar note make me melt every time I open the bottle and swipe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs if the oil hasn't been enough of an adventure - the Dry Down begins to express hints of Dark Cocoa, and the Hay notes transition into a Leatheriness that highlights the Seufi Resin oh-so-beautifully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe unique geographical mountainous region of Mokokchung, coupled with the exclusive top branches of centennial trees used to produce this exclusive Seufi oil yields an exquisite savory sweetness that highlights the pronounced aroma of the region. The oil has had 23 gorgeous years of aging at present, to boot - rounding out the oil in much the same way whiskies get sweeter and smoother with time. Oils like this are not found out on the market, and when they are on those rare instances - they hide in vaulted VIP exclusive access, often never seeing the light of day for the likes of you and me.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to add to your Ateek collection a superb example of a 100% aged Seufi oil, juiced exclusively from the top 1\/3 of branches from 5 centennial trees. I sincerely hope a bottle of 1999 Mokokchung Seufi joins the archive in a good home like yours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: 1999 Mokokchung Seufi,Pure Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154999570657,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154999603425,"sku":"","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44154999636193,"sku":"","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44154999668961,"sku":"","price":3375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3828804997_k5pm.jpg?v=1698077700"},{"product_id":"sonai-rupai-2007-bhutan-arunachal-pradesh-assam-sonai-rupai-pure-oud-oil-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Sonai Rupai 2007 : Peated Malt, Dark Woods and Bitter Cacao Assam–Bhutan Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary - Intersection of Bhutan\/Arunachal Pradesh\/Assam\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : Traditional Deg and Bapkha - Wood Fired\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild, 100++ year old tree that came down in a storm\u003cbr\u003eSpecies : Agallocha\u003cbr\u003eProfile : Whiskey Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e** Peated Malt - Dark Woods - Bitter Cacao - Rich Resin - Hay and Leather\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere at Rising Phoenix, I endeavor to either produce or collect what cannot be easily found elsewhere. In so doing, I've curated what has become the largest selection of Artisan-distilled Oils, Incenses, and Aromatherapy and Perfumer's materials anywhere on the internet. I'd say I'm succeeding and exceeding in what I set out to do.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat you'll find here is a collection like no other. Products that I produce in-house. Products I commission. Products I find in my hunt across the globe to find the most unique and exquisite raw materials from the 4 Corners. I've tried to bring the best of the world right to your fingertips, including some of the most unique and most rare specimens - which brings us to this very unique pure Oud oil from 2007 - Sonai Rupai.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSonai Rupai is a wildlife preserve bordering on Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh, with Assam on the southern border. I've been doing more and more work directly with various forestry departments - which is what brought this unique specimen in to my sights.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBack in 2007, a tree well over a century old came down in the wilderness preserve of Sonai Rupai. It was collected by the forestry department and then handed over to a local distiller, juiced and then the oil was shelved for aging. Through a few chats, I was connected by the forestry department to the distiller, and from the distiller - straight to me - and now on to you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA QUICK STORY\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'm not one to brag - but I'm told I need to work on tooting my own horn a little bit more. With that...a quick story :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn February of 2023 I hosted another Artisan OudFest here in metro Atlanta. There was an Indian gentleman who has been in attendance at several of my events now that flew in the other side of the country, all the way from California. Great guy who's been all over the world. Aside from his stellar personality - one of the things I appreciate about him his extensive travels in the pursuit of Agarwood, and has had the opportunity to browse - in person - quite a few woods and oils directly in the countries of origin, as well as across the Gulf. I mention this because - he mentioned at the event that the specimens that I brought out here in Atlanta were the most diverse and best he had seen in any single place he's been, and on top of that - I had what is likely the greatest collection of Indian and Subcontinental oils anywhere on the planet...and I didn't even bring but a fraction of the collection out over that joyous weekend!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs I briefly mentioned - this oil hails from a unique geographical area. Sonai Rupai comes from Northern Assam, where it bumps up against Arunachal Pradesh and Bhutan. This makes this oil really unique in that I find elements of all three regions present in the oil, and they meld together in a way that makes for one very unique oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite this being a traditional distillation, conducted over a wood fire in a traditional deg setup - don't expect Sonai Rupai to be a stereotypical hay and barn profile. Rather, Sonai Rupai is what I class as a \"Whiskey Distillation\" - akin to several of the VERY popular oils currently in the shop like :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJiribam Guf 2006\u003cbr\u003eKrishnai Char 2016\u003cbr\u003eDawki 2016\u003cbr\u003eSujanagar 2016\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you've tried one of these oils and liked it - you'll love Sonai Rupai\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor starters - it's a DEEP oil. It's not bright. It's not airy or ethereal. Like the above mentioned oils ... it's on a spectrum of BLACK. Even the color of the oil is nearly pitch black.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike the Whiskey Profile suggests - expect Peated Malt, dark woods and hints of what could be Bitter Cacao - layered over rich Resin, Hay and Leather.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDon't expect florals or fruits or amber sweetness. If those are your jam - you're not going to find it here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut if you like the Shadow's shadow - pick yourself up a bottle of Sonai Rupai!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeautifully aging for over a decade and a half.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: 2007 Sonai Rupai Pure Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44155006910689,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44155006943457,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44155006976225,"sku":"","price":510.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12g · Full Tola","offer_id":44155007008993,"sku":"","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.4767198603_con8.jpg?v=1698077897"},{"product_id":"lunglei-guf-2015-mizoram-oud-oil-pure-hindi-oud-oil-dehn-al-oudh","title":"Lunglei Guf 2015 : Toffee, Toasted Oak and Suede Mizoram Oud Oil","description":"Jungle : Lunglei, Mizoram - India\u003cbr\u003eClass : Wild Guf , Agallocha\u003cbr\u003eDistillation : 2015, Traditional Deg and Bapka, Wood-fired - First 12 hours of Distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI try to offer a diversity of distillation styles - ranging from the squeakiest clean\/terpiest New Gens, to varying degrees of fermentation (ranging, as I describe them, from Mozzarella to Brie and Camembert), to incense distillations reminiscent either of a chip on charcoal or a smokeless incense note, to traditional Deg and Bapka oils cooked over wood fires, as well as connoisseur Aged\/Ateek oils with decades of beautiful maturing on them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is something for everyone here at Rising Phoenix ... oftentimes multiple somethings !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLenglei Guf 2015 is a gem of a traditionally distilled Deg and Bapka production, juiced from a particular type of formation we don't see too many oils produced from - namely that of Guf (more on what Guf is, below).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil I'd put somewhere around a Brie on the fermentation scale - good body and sweetly sour milkiness that Hindi lovers will salivate for, and those with more tender noses will enjoy, especially after the first few moments of application. It's pretty tame on the fermentation, and I've had no issues wearing this in public or around patients. Gotten quite a few compliments on this one, actually.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLunglie Guf opens with a savory richness and slight nuttiness. I've been test driving this on both the back of my left and, as well as on my chin. It opens up a bit more quickly on the back of my hand - and right under my nose on my chin, maintains a little more punchiness. That's not a bad thing, mind you. Being right under the nose I am aware of it quite acutely - which has been fun in the heat down here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nuttiness gives way to hints of incense smoke, toasted oak barrels, and some sweetness akin to toffee, with that savory roasted milk note that keeps wanting to make my mouth water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver the hours, a growing hay note emerges, coupled with more of a suede than a leather note. Drying down, eventually, to that beloved resin that we call Guf.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis oil has 7 years of aging on it already, so although it'll continue to develop over the years, I don't imagine we will see drastic changes to it in the short term. It's prime for wearing right now, no waiting necessary. Giggidy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-------\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI've been slowly trying to educate folks on some of the industry terminology - as often different areas have different types of formations or lingo for those formations. Terms like Guf and Char are often found in Gulf\/Arab markets - and are commonly used terms in the Subcontinent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this case, I'd like to introduce you to Guf.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHAT IS GUF ?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGuf is a type of formation that is similar to Char. For those that are not familiar with Char ...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChar is formed in naturally felled trees where the tree may come down and seemingly be dead, but portions of the roots or trunk continue to live. Char is also formed in the stumps and roots of previously harvested trees - again, where one would think the stump dead, but actually goes on living for years, or as is more often the case - for decades, even centuries. More on this in one of the Char listings, but for now - suffice it to say that Char and Guf are similar formations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow is Guf different? Guf is found in the outer portions of the trunk and large branches where there has been injury to the tree. Where Char comes from \"dead stumps\" - Guf is formed in live trees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGuf is a highly sought out formation in Khaleeji\/Gulf markets for its resin density and very enjoyable scent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's rare to find woods from Mizoram, let alone oils produced from this specific type of formation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAgarwood from mountains and elevation always have distinctive scents - and this batch is no exception. Nice also that I'm able to give a specific geolocation from Lunglei. Considering so many woods from India or Bangladesh are sold simply as \"Hindi\" or \"Assam\" - it's nice to be very specific, and I always do my best to narrow it down as much as possible so we can enjoy the specific Terroirs of where the woods and oils are coming from.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBe sure to grab some and find out just why it's so highly beloved !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e+PS - we have some Guf chips in the shop from Lunglei, as well, that were harvested in November of 2021. Be sure to grab some to compare and contrast !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**NOTE - I added a few photos to illustrate how Guf is formed in farmed trees or induced in wild.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Lunglei Mizoram Guf,Pure 2015 Oud Oil","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44155014578401,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44155014611169,"sku":"","price":174.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44155014643937,"sku":"","price":510.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/products\/il_fullxfull.3878634322_l24p.jpg?v=1698078110"},{"product_id":"nungkhal-2-2023-pure-manipuri-170-year-old-single-tree-oud-oil-hindi-dehn-al-oudh-rising-phoenix-perfumery-nungkhal-series-2-of-4","title":"Nungkhal 2 (2023) : Port Wine, Plums and Chocolate Manipuri Oud Oil","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJungle : Nungkhal Forest Preserve, Manipur - India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClass : Wild Agallocha - 170+ Year Old Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation : Traditional Wood-fired Copper Deg and Bapkha, 10 Day Soak \/ Fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation Date : July 2023 - Distilled for 7 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation Type : Whiskey \/ Port - Light Barnyard - Leather, Hay, Thai Fruits, Berries \u0026amp; Plums, Light Smoke and Chocolate - Glouwine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**This is a super cool Series of Oils - totaling 4 Nungkhal oils, all distilled from the same tree, in the same equipment - but under 4 different conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTHE BACKSTORY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBack in June and July of 2022, I was working with the local forestry department in the Nungkhal Forest Preserve. I was approached to purchase a tree estimated to be around 165 years old (we counted over 170 rings when we took it down - so it's at least 170 Years Old - possibly older). It was an old tree and very obviously heavily infected, which is what prompted the forestry department to reach out to us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe funds from our purchase were used to update one of the forestry outposts there in the preserve, and to construct a new outpost. So we helped do a lot of good in purchasing this tree with their help.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt was quite a large tree, fully wild, and I was given a guarantee that it would contain \"at least X kg's of premium wood\". Needless to say ... it did.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI took and set aside roughly 14kg of premium and sinking wood from the tree, and decided the rest of the incense woods and shavings would be used to produce oil. 4 of them, to be exact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is way out in the countryside, and there's no real way to get the wood out to distill elsewhere in any large quantity - so I rented a well-kept local setup to put to work. Over $9,000 of firewood was purchased and used to distill these 4 oils, on top of the cost of the tree, plus the cost of cutting out and cleaning all the wood - which took more than 2 MONTHS just to carve it all out. This was not an inexpensive undertaking. Tens of thousands I put in to this experiment, and that's money all spent up front. I was terrified, to say the least. haha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt was July of 2023 before I had the funds to start the distillation (had to buy all that firewood!) - so the woods were good and mature and dry. Perfect for the project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**In each of the 4 oils, I tried to evenly distribute shavings and the various grades of incense woods. The differences between the oils lay in the soak \/ fermentation lengths, and the length of time I distilled the oils, along with some other tweaks during distillation.\u003c\/span\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\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 2 is soaked \/ fermented a little longer than the initial batch. It's a little less punchy than Nungkhal 1 - but interestingly, it's got this almost Whiskey \/ Port Wine kinda vibe to it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA little \"punchy\", if you will. That's not something to be afraid of, btw.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have tried any of my Ateek Series of very old Oud oils - you'll recognize that characteristic strength, and even though this is a new oil from 2023 - you'd easily think this was one of the oils from the Ateek Series. It smells OLD ... likely due to the sheer age of the material used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 2 is less potently animalic - it smells very clean and smooth - loaded with Umami and an almost Port Wine kinda vibe to it. Even the feedback I've gotten from non-funk lovers have told me that the oil is weirdly addictive. Sticking in your nose, haunting you with warmth for hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat punchy opening lasts all of maybe 10 minutes before it begins transitioning into pleasant florals and berries - all the things lovers of Clean Hindi oils love about Hindis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere's some Smoke I detect in this oil undergirding the Leather and Berries. Along with Yogurt and sweet Thai Fruits. Maybe a touch of dark plums, along with an almost chocolatiness to it. And like I said ... not quite Whiskey - but more of a Port Wine tonality to it. I want to drink a tall glass of this stuff !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeirdly addictive, and hits all the sweet spots that Hindi lovers usually look for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHindi lovers - this one's for you - Barn and Leather and Florals and Berries Galore - along with Thai Fruits, Yogurt, Plums and Chocolate - layered over Port Wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 2 is Frutier and more \"Moist\" than Nungkhal 1. They share the similar untamed Funky Leather and Animalic tonalities - but the volume on them is turned down, and that Jamminess \/ Port Wine quality is present. It's very enjoyable...almost like a holiday Glouwine, if you are familiar with the European tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis was a passion project and a HUGE risk I took - from harvest to distillation. Many more like it I've already undertaken ... but that's a story for another time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you're interested in some woods from this tree, please do reach out. It's excellent stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44294552649953,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44294552682721,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44294552715489,"sku":"","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44294552748257,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44294552781025,"sku":"","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/nungkhal2.jpg?v=1702049310"},{"product_id":"nungkhal-3-2023-pure-manipuri-170-year-old-single-tree-oud-oil-hindi-dehn-al-oudh-rising-phoenix-perfumery-nungkhal-series-3-of-4","title":"Nungkhal 3 (2023) : Pu'Er Tea, Strawberries and Milk Chocolate Manipuri Oud Oil","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJungle : Nungkhal Forest Preserve, Manipur - India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClass : Wild Agallocha - 170+ Year Old Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation : Traditional Wood-fired Copper Deg and Bapkha, 20 Day Soak \/ Fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation Date : July 2023 - Distilled for 20 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation Type : Aged Shou Pu'Er (Chinese Fermented Tea), Strawberries, Yogurt, Sweet \/ Sour - Gentle Incense Smoke, Cup of Cocoa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**This is a super cool Series of Oils - totaling 4 Nungkhal oils, all distilled from the same tree, in the same equipment - but under 4 different conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTHE BACKSTORY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBack in June and July of 2022, I was working with the local forestry department in the Nungkhal Forest Preserve. I was approached to purchase a tree estimated to be around 165 years old (we counted over 170 rings when we took it down - so it's at least 170 Years Old - possibly older). It was an old tree and very obviously heavily infected, which is what prompted the forestry department to reach out to us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe funds from our purchase were used to update one of the forestry outposts there in the preserve, and to construct a new outpost. So we helped do a lot of good in purchasing this tree with their help.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt was quite a large tree, fully wild, and I was given a guarantee that it would contain \"at least X kg's of premium wood\". Needless to say ... it did.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI took and set aside roughly 14kg of premium and sinking wood from the tree, and decided the rest of the incense woods and shavings would be used to produce oil. 4 of them, to be exact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is way out in the countryside, and there's no real way to get the wood out to distill elsewhere in any large quantity - so I rented a well-kept local setup to put to work. Over $9,000 of firewood was purchased and used to distill these 4 oils, on top of the cost of the tree, plus the cost of cutting out and cleaning all the wood - which took more than 2 MONTHS just to carve it all out. This was not an inexpensive undertaking. Tens of thousands I put in to this experiment, and that's money all spent up front. I was terrified, to say the least. haha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt was July of 2023 before I had the funds to start the distillation (had to buy all that firewood!) - so the woods were good and mature and dry. Perfect for the project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**In each of the 4 oils, I tried to evenly distribute shavings and the various grades of incense woods. The differences between the oils lay in the soak \/ fermentation lengths, and the length of time I distilled the oils, along with some other tweaks during distillation.\u003c\/span\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\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 3 is the second longest soaked \/ fermented batch we made. Soaked for 20 Days. Interestingly - the longer the ferment, the smoother the oil. Nunkhal 3 is like a fine aged Pu'Er - a Tea Drinker's Delight!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImagine the earthy tonality of a Pu'Er, with a Tart Strawberry Twist!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have tried any of my Ateek Series of very old Oud oils - you'll recognize that characteristic strength, and even though this is a new oil from 2023 - you'd easily think this was one of the oils from the Ateek Series. It smells OLD ... likely due to the sheer age of the material used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 3 is decidedly LESS potently animalic - it smells very clean and smooth - loaded with Umami and an almost Tea-like Pu'Er kinda vibe to it. For those that know me - I have a special place in my heart for oils with Tea nuances to them. Some of my personal faves!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe feedback I've gotten from non-funk lovers have told me that the Nungkhal oils are weirdly addictive. Sticking in your nose, haunting you with warmth for hours. And now ... a warm cup of umami-laden Pu-Er Tea and Strawberries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat punchiness found in Nungkhal 1 and 2 is dramatically muted here in Nungkhal 3 - and like the others, that opening lasts all of maybe 5-10 minutes before it begins transitioning into pleasant florals and tart berries - all the things lovers of Clean Hindi oils love about Hindis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere's some Smoke I detect in this oil undergirding the Leather and Berries. In the Drydown - the scent undergoes a significant change. The oil morphs into a mouth-wateringly chocolatey, incensey, and gently smokey scent, while simultaneously retaining an old book-like warmth and sweetness. Like pulling out an old book and reading it by the fire, warm cup of cocoa in-hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeirdly addictive, and hits all the sweet spots that Hindi lovers usually look for, with some dramatic twists from the first two versions. I suspect the additional fermentation has yielded the additional layers and depth, not unlike what we find in superbly aged specimens of Pu-Er cakes. Layers and layers to be explored and enjoyed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 3 is more Tea-like than the first two oils. The Funky Leather and Animalic tonalities are dramatically toned down - and that Jamminess has turned to Sweet \/ Sour Strawberries and Cocoa. It's very enjoyable...almost like a cup of Tart Tea on the front end, and a cup of Fireside Cocoa on the back end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis was a passion project and a HUGE risk I took - from harvest to distillation. Many more like it I've already undertaken ... but that's a story for another time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you're interested in some woods from this tree, please do reach out. It's excellent stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44294570311905,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44294570344673,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44294570377441,"sku":"","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44294570410209,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44294570442977,"sku":"","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/nungkhal3.jpg?v=1702049107"},{"product_id":"nungkhal-4-2023-pure-manipuri-170-year-old-single-tree-oud-oil-hindi-dehn-al-oudh-rising-phoenix-perfumery-nungkhal-series-4-of-4","title":"Nungkhal 4 (2023) : Aged Tea, Pepper and Bitter Cacao Manipuri Oud Oil","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJungle : Nungkhal Forest Preserve, Manipur - India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClass : Wild Agallocha - 170+ Year Old Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation : Traditional Wood-fired Copper Deg and Bapkha, 40 Day Soak \/ Fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation Date : July - September 2023 - Distilled for 50 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistillation Type : Incense'y \/ Spicy, Tea-like, Cocoa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**This is a super cool Series of Oils - totaling 4 Nungkhal oils, all distilled from the same tree, in the same equipment - but under 4 different conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTHE BACKSTORY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBack in June and July of 2022, I was working with the local forestry department in the Nungkhal Forest Preserve. I was approached to purchase a tree estimated to be around 165 years old (we counted over 170 rings when we took it down - so it's at least 170 Years Old - possibly older). It was an old tree and very obviously heavily infected, which is what prompted the forestry department to reach out to us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe funds from our purchase were used to update one of the forestry outposts there in the preserve, and to construct a new outpost. So we helped do a lot of good in purchasing this tree with their help.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt was quite a large tree, fully wild, and I was given a guarantee that it would contain \"at least X kg's of premium wood\". Needless to say ... it did.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI took and set aside roughly 14kg of premium and sinking wood from the tree, and decided the rest of the incense woods and shavings would be used to produce oil. 4 of them, to be exact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is way out in the countryside, and there's no real way to get the wood out to distill elsewhere in any large quantity - so I rented a well-kept local setup to put to work. Over $9,000 of firewood was purchased and used to distill these 4 oils, on top of the cost of the tree, plus the cost of cutting out and cleaning all the wood - which took more than 2 MONTHS just to carve it all out. This was not an inexpensive undertaking. Tens of thousands I put in to this experiment, and that's money all spent up front. I was terrified, to say the least. haha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt was July of 2023 before I had the funds to start the distillation (had to buy all that firewood!) - so the woods were good and mature and dry. Perfect for the project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**In each of the 4 oils, I tried to evenly distribute shavings and the various grades of incense woods. The differences between the oils lay in the soak \/ fermentation lengths, and the length of time I distilled the oils, along with some other tweaks during distillation.\u003c\/span\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\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 4 is the longest soaked \/ fermented batch we made. Soaked for 40 Days, and distilled for a whopping 50 Days! The oil from this batch continued to flow and flow, so I had to keep buying firewood to keep it going since the wood didn't seem to want to quite producing oil for us. This batch was the largest yield out of the 4 oils as a result, I imagine, of the fermentation. That - and this was damn good wood, dense with oil and resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDon't let that long fermentation spook ya, though - this is the smoothest and easiest of the 4 oils to wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInterestingly - the longer the ferment, the smoother the oil. Nunkhal 4 is like a fine aged Tea, with rich pepperiness, and a soothing incense tonality, with hints of tart fruits, chocolate and smoke. Delightful!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have tried any of my Ateek Series of very old Oud oils - you'll recognize that characteristic strength, and even though this is a new oil from 2023 - you'd easily think this was one of the oils from the Ateek Series. It smells OLD ... likely due to the sheer age of the material used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 4 is NOT potently animalic - although it does have a little bit of a bite for those with tender noses. But of the 4, this is the gentlest. It smells very clean and smooth - loaded with Umami and a Tea-like, Incense vibe to it. For those that know me - I have a special place in my heart for oils with Tea nuances to them, as well as for Incense'y oils...and this has both! Some of my personal faves! The Incense here is less smoke and more of that Incense'y Resinous quality - although some are detecting some hints of smoke in the Drydown. I wouldn't call it a smokey oil, though - very gentle and pleasant. If the other oils were various Blue Cheeses, Nungkhal is a Brie \/ Camembert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe feedback I've gotten from non-funk lovers have told me that the Nungkhal oils are weirdly addictive. Sticking in your nose, haunting you with warmth for hours. And now ... a warm cup of umami-laden Tea and Incense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat punchiness found in Nungkhal 1 and 2 is pretty much unseen here in Nungkhal 4. That opening that lasted all of maybe 5-10 minutes in the 3 other oils I'd say here is maybe 1-2 minutes of a gentle purr - before it begins transitioning into tea and pleasant florals and tart berries - all the things lovers of Clean Hindi oils love about Hindis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 4 is warm and Tea-like, with a delightful Pepperiness. The Incense Resin and fruity-floral tartness is soothing to the tired soul. In the Drydown - the scent undergoes a significant change, morphing into chocolate and incense, and a gently smokey scent, while simultaneously retaining an old book-like warmth and sweetness. Like pulling out an old book and reading it by the fire, warm cup of cocoa in-hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOf the Ningkhal Series, I'd say Nungkhal 4 is the MOST Nuanced and MOST Subtle of the 4 oils. Spicy, yet Mild and Gentle. Loads to explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeirdly addictive, and hits all the sweet spots that Hindi lovers usually look for, with some dramatic twists. I suspect the additional fermentation has yielded the additional layers and depth, not unlike what we find in superbly aged specimens of Pu-Er cakes. Layers and layers to be explored and enjoyed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNungkhal 4 is the most nuanced of the 4 oils. The Funky Leather and Animalic tonalities are dramatically toned down - and the Spicy \/ Peppery Incense pairs beautifully with the Cocoa and Smoke in the Drydown, with hints of fruits and florals throughout. It's very enjoyable...like a warm Hindi Hug and Cup of Tea. Of the 4 oils, Nungkhal 4 is the most nuanced, and the friendliest on the nose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis was a passion project and a HUGE risk I took - from harvest to distillation. Many more like it I've already undertaken ... but that's a story for another time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you're interested in some woods from this tree, please do reach out. 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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. It's not a huge batch - so I suggest not sleeping on this one too long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t forget to light up a stick of our Paking Senkoh (of which Paking is located within the Mentarang Malinau forest) and contrast the sibling wood against the oil !\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":44594648514785,"sku":"","price":92.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":44594648547553,"sku":"","price":98.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44594648580321,"sku":"","price":279.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":44594648613089,"sku":"","price":284.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":44594648645857,"sku":"","price":543.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":44594648678625,"sku":"","price":776.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/il_1588xN.5849202785_fq1f.jpg?v=1709401720"},{"product_id":"agartala-wardi-2020-barlekha-bangladesh-assam-manipur-tripura-pure-artisan-dehn-al-oud-oil-rising-phoenix-perfumery-rpp","title":"Agartala Wardi 2020 : Florals, Chocolate and Leather Tripura–Bangladesh Oud Oil","description":"\u003cspan\u003eAgartala Wardi 2020 - Barlekha Bangladesh \/ Assam \/ Manipur \/ Tripura - Pure Artisan Dehn al Oud Oil - Rising Phoenix Perfumery - RPP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJungle : Barlekha \/ Agartala Valley - Bangladesh \/ Tripura Border\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass : Wild, Incense Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies : Agallocha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation : Traditional Deg and Bhapka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation Date : February 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a super cool batch I picked up awhile back from a retired industry veteran friend of mine that still dabbles in “only the special stuff”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe and I connected and met many years ago, and in addition to developing a trustworthy loose partnership of sorts, the relationship was warm and friendly right from the start - and has developed into a deep friendship and appreciation of one another. We keep talking about opening up shop together somewhere in the Gulf. Wouldn’t THAT be something !?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen he finds cool stuff like this - he will offer me the first right of refusal. Some of the stuff he finds - woods especially - are insane. Very rarely does he offer me oil specimens. This one I couldn’t pass on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike many industry vets, he’s got decades of pipelines and relationships that sort and filter things so that when things eventually land in his lap, it’s “The special stuff” kinda things. Real bangers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe don’t know exactly where the wood for this oil came from. Only that it’s from Agartala - a long valley on the edge of Bangladesh that borders Tripura in India, and that it was distilled in Barlekha - a town at the end of the northern end of the valley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe also know that it’s a traditional production, and that it was originally acquired in February of 2020. Not entirely sure if it was distilled at that time, or if it was already older, but I’ve tagged this as a February 2020 production as that’s the hardest date we have. Who knows, very well could have more years on it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHas a really nice viscocity to it, as well, in addition to a beautiful cherry red color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo my nose it smells like a superb Tripura odor profile, which is no surprise given the proximity. But sometimes I also detect a little Bangladeshi Chocolatiness, and sometimes I get a little Southern Assamese \/ Manipuri character. Geolocations are wild things, ignoring modern political borders. Terroir is King.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo an industry vet who spent decades working in the Arab markets, it’s a particular type of odor profile that Arabs usually refer to as “Wardi” - meaning “floral”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s interesting because I’ve shown this to several Arab and Subcontinental friends and they all tell me it’s a very floral oil. Meanwhile … to my nose (Westerner) - I’m not sure I’d say it’s overtly floral - at least not how I usually think of floral odor profiles (like either of my Haflong oils, or Bai Qinam, which smells like straight up Kynamic White Flowers).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a Traditional Oil - meaning it was distilled in a Deg and Bhapka set up, and there was some fermentation - but it’s sooooo freakin smooth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s not really horsey. Not to my nose, at least. I’ve been wearing it for the last week or so before sitting down to write this, and my wife (Japanese \/ Yellow Asian Nose - ie, super sensitive to fermentation notes) hasn’t made any comments - which means it’s quite friendly if it can pass by without her telling me I smell like animals 🤣\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI pay a lot of attention to demographics. It’s a big topic, even within the biggest players in the corporate industry - as tastes not only differ drastically from one area to another - but also show patterns of cultural and biological preferences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s fascinating trying to understand human behaviors, and helps not only in marketing products - but also in selecting or producing them and knowing what might appeal to whom, and why. Tons of discussions I’ve had over the years with clients, trying to glean any insights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI mention this because it seems your culture and your ethnicity may play a big role in the perception of this particular oil - a fun topic I discuss at length with people all over the world. All humans, yet not all the same biological perceptions. We see this play out a lot at OudFests I host, given the diversity of attendees. Quite interesting to observe !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo back to the scent …\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf Pastoral Hay and Barn made silk - I think it would smell like Agartala. It wears very, very easily. So it’s safe to say this is a relatively easy wear, suitable for veterans and even for Oud Beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn JK’s Cheese Scale - I’d call this a Brie on the fermentation level. Safe for all but the most challenged palletes. Perfect for training a nose coming off of more sweet Ouds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Is it floral? Yes … maybe. 🤷🏼‍♂️✅ Especially when walking Outside, I detect more florals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Hints of smooth Milk Chocolate? Check ✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Silky Hay and Suede? Bingo ✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Woody and Oudy? Wont be disappointed ✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd then there’s the drydown!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn clothing - I’m getting Milk Chocolate 🍫\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn my scruffy face - Warm Oudiness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn Skin … MUSK 🦌!!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich Region does it smell most like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo my nose it favors Tripura … but a strong second is Bangladesh, with nuances of Southern Assam and Manipur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd if you’re an Arab and know odor profiles well - it’s a Wardi. A very nice specimen of a Wardi, which are quite rare to find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll I can definitely say is - it’s quite a special specimen. As I’ve pulled it back out to prep for the shop and I’ve been wearing it as I prepared for writing the listing description - I keep thinking just how nicely this oil has developed with a few years on it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs I write this, we are in the throes of Georgia’s schizophrenic Spring \/ Second Winter weather where it can’t decide if it’s Spring or Winter one day, and Summer the next - I keep picking up nuances I hadn’t noticed previously. So I imagine this oil will morph quite a bit depending on your local Climate, and the Season you’re wearing it - and also depending on if you are wearing it on skin, hair, or clothing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s as if the oil can’t decide who it wants to be! 🤣\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgartala is a deceptive complexity beast. It may take several wearings to wrap your head around this one. And then the Season will change and it’s a brand new learning curve. Just be prepared for the range of experiences and possibilities, and how this one is a bit of an enigma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdded bonus - Floral oils smell insane with this. Pairs really well with Rose, Jasmine, Gardenia, and Frangipania. Pretty much any floral. Holds musk grains incredibly well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the price - this one’s one helluva value banger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall batch of oil, and one definitely worthy of any collection. 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Look at everything we've since inspired !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs such, 2024 is a 10 Year Anniversary, of sorts, and I wanted to launch a few extra special oils as we gear up for the holiday season and our unofficial 10 Year Commemoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow for a real doosy ... a pure 1978 Tripura !!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a relic distilled during the early 3rd Quarter of the last Century 😱\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oil is a unique historical relic that I acquired directly from the distillation family that produced it in 1978. I was lucky in that they still had some of the distillation details, which I included above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI was also super lucky and acquired the last remaining rock-like sinkers from which this very oil was distilled. Same tree, harvested in 1978. Those haven't gotten here yet, but rest assured that once they do - I'll be getting a few up into the shop !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have several of my own operations in various locations, and my Indian operation has become finely tuned at connecting with *old old* family operations, or their descendants, in the case that the operation is no longer functional. It's gotten to a point that they are now seeking US out, which is great news for all of you. Lots of cool relics to find their way into the shop for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a country like India with such a long history of harvesting and oil production, it's amazing some of these historical finds from decades, even centuries past, that I've been able to be adding to the growing collection. It almost feels like an archaeological find !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Ateek” - for those wondering, our English word for Antique has it’s roots in this word, which is the same word in both Arabic and Hebrew. It means ooooold ... a fitting moniker for this rare gem of an oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegardless of the specific geo-location, it’s not often we get an uncut family heirloom that is 46 years old and counting !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust consider for a moment how a good bottle of Scotch is valued. 16-18 years old is already getting rare. 20-25 years old, and maybe a fortunate few will get themselves a bottle. 30 years old? 50? Usually fewer than 100 bottles will be sold world wide. And to find an 80+ year old bottle - you could have a down payment on a house! A nearly 100 year old bottle might buy a neighborhood of them !!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely old Oils like these are rarely, if ever, available to the public - let alone in small quantities. Even when I find them, it's \"all or nothing\" - take it all, or lose the opportunity. So it's quite a rare convenience being able to even be able to sample an oil of this caliber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually these rare finds are vaulted in VIP circles where the opportunity to purchase them is by invitation only, and at that - at prices manifoldly higher than what I offer them for. I know of two such VIP vaults, specifically - and I say this with confidence as I have a few customers in that echelon that have told me quite a few stories ... and prices - with the added burden of minimum quantity thresholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI only mention this to emphasize just how rare it is to find an oil like this made available to the public, at a price that is less than a really old bottle of whiskey - and at a price tag far below what you'd expect on a dram of a bottle that old. These are historical relics, juiced from ancient trees, at a time when all the best wood would have been tossed into the pot to make the richest, most excellent oils that simply are not possible to reproduce today in any kind of scalable capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy Ateek Series collection of oils are curated by me, and are mine, and mine alone. They are not available anywhere else, and your access to them is exclusively through Rising Phoenix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE SCENT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTripura Oils (along with Mizoram) are some of my personal faves. There's something about the uniqueness of the odor profiles that I don't find in oils from other neighboring regions. Despite this oil having a few nuances akin to it's neighbors in Bangladesh and Lower Assam - I still find this oil to be distinctly Tripuri DNA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular oil was distilled from a single ancient tree harvested in 1978 that was found in a finger of northern Tripura sandwiched between Bangladesh and Lower Assam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one would hope, this oil smells ... ATEEK. It reeks of ancient awesomeness. Timeless old trees in primeval forests. Scents from another Time. Whispers of history long past. Yet it's surprisingly vibrant and lively, I presume because this was the first 3 days of distillation that was collected and reserved. Those first few days usually contain the most lively and zesty sesquiterpenes. Don't worry - the longevity is there, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong before Cambodia became famous for Agarwood - or Laos or Malinau or Sri Lanka, for that matter - even before majestic Manipur and Sultanic Mizoram - Tripura sat on the throne of Gulf palettes. The most beloved and sought-after woods in the Gulf market of the 18th and 19th centuries came from Tripura. Imagine having the chance to smell an oil from a time the air and land was even cleaner, when the forests were still ripe with golden harvests, and from an ancient forest, at that !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scent on this is just gorgeous, and if you’ve been following my work, you know that these old traditionally-produced oils would have likely been made from the best grades of wood and fermented for some various time. Much like whiskey, the bite found in young productions fades and develops in to something that only Father Time can conjure. You can smell the Age and Character in this oil in a manner unheard of in youthful juice, making these old Ateek oils worth more than their weights in gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHidden within the ancient depths of it's orange-golden hue, you may find hints of Varnish,\u003cbr\u003eGolden Pipe Tobacco, Horse Saddles and gently Tanned Leather - alongside whispers of Oud Smoke, all layered over that delectable Tripuri DNA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's also an almost milky yogurtiness to it, a lactonic song jumping from the skin, along with what I can only call a Bitter Cacao note. I wouldn't say Kadamtala is Chocolate'y smelling, but it's kinda leaning a little bit in that direction. I'm guessing this may be some of that Bangladeshi proximity that we are smelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's also a little bit of an Assamese tea-like tonality to it that reminds me of some hot cups of black tea I've had over the years ... almost leathery and malty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt goes without saying that these old traditional Hindis smell quite different in various weather. On a cool and dry day, it may smell more Tea-like. On a hot and humid day (and I loooove wearing Hindis in the heat and humidity) - it takes on an entirely different character that showcases more Leather and Tobacco. I mention merely to remind you : experiment wearing them in different seasons. You'll definitely note some shifts in personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI usually don't gender any of my oils or Ouds, but I'd say this particular oil leans more masculine. It's brauny and shirtless and hairy-chested, and I fricken love it. If you love Testosterone, you'll love 1978 Kadamtala Ateek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese kinds of ancient scents are hard to be replicated. Time and phenomenal raw materials are the only way to produce this kind of textural scent. If you’ve ever tried 50+ year old Scotch - you’ll have an inkling what I’m talking about. Time is the 5th Dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1978 Kadamtala Ateek is an oil for the archives - a centerpiece on your trophy shelf. I imagine for those of you that like to commemorate special occasions with special scents, you'll want to swipe Kadamtala Ateek. For those that do, your future will hold garlands of richly regal Tripuri, gracing your memories for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · V-Vial","offer_id":45724709421281,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · V-Vial","offer_id":45724709486817,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5g · V-Vial","offer_id":45724709519585,"sku":null,"price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":45724709552353,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/kadamtala1978.png?v=1727386466"},{"product_id":"saipung-forest-preserve-2023-assam-oud-oil","title":"Saipung Forest Preserve 2023 : Nougat, Caramel and Pipe Tobacco Assam Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJungle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saipung Forest Preserve, SouthWest Cachar Hills, Assam - India \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass :\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild - Chips and Shavings from a single, ancient tree - Approximately 185 years old\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very clean Traditional, Wood-fired Stainless Deg and Bapkah - Collection of First 12 Days - July, 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gourmand, Tobacco, Dense Chewy Nougat and Caramel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'm really excited to introduce this Cachar Hills oil we produced back in July of 2023. I've sampled this out to quite a few people since it was produced, but for whatever reason, hadn't gotten it up in the shop just yet. I'm feeling like now's the time ...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough I've offered many oils from this particular area of Lower Assam - Haflong, and North Cachar Hills, for example - it's been 10 years since I offered an oil from the North end of the Cachar Hills area. My original Hindi Kachari from 2015 sold out ages ago. I had wanted for so long to be able to make another oil from this area. And although the 2015 and this 2023 batch are two distinctly different odor profiles - I think you're really going to like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Kachari Kingdom (known as the Dimasa Kingdom in medieval times) was a powerful kingdom in medieval Assam, India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis custom-distilled WILD oil comes from a roughly 185 year old tree harvested at the beginning of 2023. Distilled in the traditional, yet very clean, Hindi manner, without the Blue Cheese...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't a tree I took down, but I was able to get the absolute best shavings and broken pieces from the harvest, from which we made a small batch of oil. It's had nearly 2 years of aging at the time of release, now, and it only keeps getting better and better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSCENT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'm not talking about the moldy, rotten cheese smell so common with low grade Hindi-type distillations - I'm talking about the powerful, tastefully distilled Hindi distillations that pair beautifully with florals, or are gorgeous worn on their own. If you like THAT kind of Hindi - then Saipung Forest Preserve is your Mecca!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like Gourmand, Tobacco'y Ouds ... This oil has a delightful opening note of warm, Chewy Nougat and Rich Caramel. I want to lick this oil off my hand !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI get a lot of inquiries about Oud oils with a Tobacco odor profile, and this is usually one of the first oils I'll put under their noses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oil has a warm, Caramel \/ Ambery undertone with maybe just a hint of leather, all wrapped up in a nice Pipe Tobacco Wrapper that makes me want to apply a swipe and go sit out on the back porch and enjoy the view of the humid Georgia Jungle I live in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI actually have some artisan Argentinian Dulce de Leche that I order and ship up every so often that this oil reminds me of. It's sweet, but gently so. No toothaches. Not really a vanillic scent - but its that gentle caramelized milky sweetness, gourmand'y sweet pipe tobacco vibe that makes me want to open a pouch and take a few deep inhales. Makes me wish I could smoke it. Or lick it off a spoon. haha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a real easy wear for an Indian oil. I've been wearing this in the Georgia heat and humidity of May and June, and going back and forth between the brutal heat outside and the air conditioned inside makes for a lot of fun, deep inhales. So don't be afraid of a warm weather Hindi ... as good as they are to wear in Winter, the Summer Heat brings out an entirely different dimension to enjoy !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Hindis - Saipung Forest Preserve 2023 should be prominently sitting on your shelf !\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":46563610198241,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":46563610231009,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":46563610263777,"sku":null,"price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/WhatsAppImage2025-06-10at13.02.07.jpg?v=1750433715"},{"product_id":"tripuri-i-2025-tripura-india-pure-oud-oil","title":"Tripuri 1 (2025) : Toasted Cashew, Praline and Suede Hindi Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJungle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tripura - India \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild - Chips and Shavings from 15 Trees we took down in 2024, Aged 150-450+ years old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very clean Stainless pot : Traditional, Wood-fired Stainless Deg and Bapkah - Collection of First 3 Days - February 4-7th, 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, Woody, Toasted Cashew and Praline, Slightly Animalic, Soft Leather, Buttery Pastries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI have my own operations in different regions, with what is arguably my largest operation in India. I have a bunch of oils that will take me literal years to get through producing from all the work I've been doing out there, as I've stockpiled huge quantities of material from the past several years, that will take me quite some time to work through distilling. It also means we will have some really cool and unique stuff that will be pretty much unheard of from anywhere else, as I'm the only vendor I know going to these lengths of internal productions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Trees used in this particular Tripura Series are all 150-450+ years old, and are all trees that I acquired and took down. 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Until I can get to the single tree productions - in the mean time, I got started by combining some woods from the trees we took down to produce a line of oils (that for the industry, would be very high grade). But from me - these oils will be something that I can offer at fantastic prices considering this is all from materials we've controlled from harvest through production. The yields were exceptional (not something the average oils out there are doing), indicating the quality of the woods I reserved for this particular project were even better than I had hoped. It also means I can offer these oils at really great prices due to the unexpected high yields. These oils are punching way above their price tags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe were in different areas of Tripura - this particular oil is a \"pan-Tripuri\" production, meaning it is made from a mix of all of these trees we took down, from all over the state. It is a single region oil, but not a single origin tree oil, of which I have many planned for the future. Stay tuned on those ...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet me first say that Tripura-origin oils are some of my favorites. There is a \"classical\" Hindi-ness to the odor profiles of this region, and the oils can sometimes develop a nuttiness over time that smells like toasted nuts that I just love. The nutty hints of which are just beginning to peek out in this oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe State of Tripura is in kind of an \"armpit\" of Bangladesh - and you'll find some crossover with Bangladeshi oils in the Tripuri DNA. Although I don't detect any chocolate notes emerging in this oil - some of the trees used in its production were from right along the Bangala border where more prominent chocolate notes tend to emerge. So who knows - maybe in time there may be some that develop as the oil ages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon't worry - the oil smells phenomenal and delightfully Tripui !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular oil is from the first 3 days of distillation, which tends to capture the most pristine notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripura oils are also interesting in that - they tend to exhibit some Animalic and Leathery notes, rich and creamy like, even when pristinely distilled with no fermentation. Tripuri 1 you'll notice, has some great smooth Suede and Leather notes, and is a little joyfully Animalic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs I mentioned - I'm also detecting some Toasted Nuttiness beginning to develop. I'm already picking up hints of Pralines and Toasted Cashews, which has me really excited. I bet by 2026 or 2027, that nuttiness will become more pronounced, which really makes this worth grabbing some to further age!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat Creaminess I mentioned, is also a savory sweetness that seeps from the Leather, with a Tea-like hint of Saffron Spice that blows my mind. Really sticks in and tickles your nose in a blissfully delightful manner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe body of the scent is a Woody Incense and Smooth Leatheriness, with a Buttery Pastry Shop drydown. If you're familiar with my work, you know I love a good Incense'y oil. There's \"Smoke Incense\" and \"Resin Incense\" - expect the Resinous in this case. It's lovely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe longevity is great, and the projection is good and strong. Don't let the cheap price fool you - this is a banger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a first run from the \"bulk\" material that I'll be distilling, I'm awfully happy with how this oil came out. I think you'll love it as much as I do !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-----\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a real easy wear for an Indian oil. I've been wearing this in the Georgia heat and humidity of June and July, and going back and forth between the brutal heat outside and the air conditioned inside makes for a lot of fun, deep inhales. So don't be afraid of a warm weather Hindi ... as good as they are to wear in Winter, the Summer Heat brings out an entirely different dimension to enjoy !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love Hindis - 2025 Tripuri 1 should be sitting on your shelf !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":46617256657121,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":46617256689889,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":46617256722657,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12g · Full Tola","offer_id":46617260294369,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/DBAC7856-B373-4C3B-9305-8ED61FEDF31A.jpg?v=1751759651"},{"product_id":"tripuri-2-2025-tripura-hindi-oud-oil","title":"Tripuri 2 (2025) : Amber and Tobacco Hindi Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJungle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tripura - India \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild - Chips and Shavings from 15 Trees we took down in 2024, Aged 150-450+ years old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very clean Stainless pot : Traditional, Wood-fired Stainless Deg and Bapkah - Collection of First 10 Days - February 4-14th, 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amber and Tobacco Profile : Sweet - Ambery - Toffee'd - Tobacco'y - Hints of Smoke - Gourmand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI have my own operations in different regions, with what is arguably my largest operation in India. I have a bunch of oils that will take me literal years to get through producing from all the work I've been doing out there, as I've stockpiled huge quantities of material from the past several years, that will take me quite some time to work through distilling. It also means we will have some really cool and unique stuff that will be pretty much unheard of from anywhere else, as I'm the only vendor I know going to these lengths of internal productions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Trees used in this particular Tripura Series are all 150-450+ years old, and are all trees that I acquired and took down. 15 trees, total. Will take quite awhile to get woods over here (years, likely) - but at some point, you may see some of these insane woods making their way into the shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripuri 2 is the 2nd oil from the back half of 2024, when my team was in Tripura.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI was actually in India in Jan\/Feb of 2025 - and this oil we began while I was actually in country. Which makes this particular oil really cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABOUT THIS SERIES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom our time in Tripura, I have a bunch of very high grade single tree oils I'll eventually get around to producing from the 15 trees we took down. Should be at least 15-30 very high grade oils I'll produce, that I'll run through my smaller, custom-made copper pot. I already have 2 oils that are curing that will get released at some point (look for SC or SCP in the title when those come out = Small Copper Pot).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUntil I can get more of the single tree productions - I started my focus by combining some woods from the trees we took down to produce a line of oils (that for the industry, would be very high grade), but are more affordable. But from me - these oils will be something that I can offer at fantastic prices considering this is all from materials we've controlled from harvest through production. The yields were exceptional (not something the average oils out there are doing), indicating the quality of the woods I reserved for this particular project were even better than I had hoped. It also means I can offer these oils at really great prices due to the unexpected high yields. These oils are punching way above their price tags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe were in a few different areas of Tripura - this particular oil is a \"pan-Tripuri\" production, meaning it is made from a mix of all of these trees we took down, from all over the state. It is a single region oil, but not a single origin tree oil, of which I have many planned for the future. Stay tuned on those ...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet me first say that Tripura-origin oils are some of my favorites. There is a \"classical\" Hindi-ness to the odor profiles of this region that I find distinctly different from more common Assam-origin oils, and in the multitude of directions those profiles can go - I really dig how they all smell. So I'm personally quite liking what's coming out of the work so far.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe State of Tripura is in kind of a geographical \"armpit\" of Bangladesh - and you'll find some crossover with old wild Bangladeshi oils in the Tripuri DNA. Although I don't detect any chocolate notes emerging in this oil - some of the trees used in its production were from right along the Bangala border where more prominent chocolate notes tend to emerge. So who knows - maybe in time there may be some that develop as the oil ages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e--\u0026gt;Actually ... Tripuri 3 and Tripuri 4 are incredibly chocolately - be sure to check out those listings !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e--\u0026gt;AND check out Tripuri 1 for a delightful Toasted Cashew and Praline + fuesil note (akin to the blast in Haflong Afterburn, but Nutty). Tripuri 1 is a POTENT oil ... in hindsight, I should have called it Tripuri Afterburn, haha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripuri 2 is what's called an Amber Profile. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular oil is from the first 10 days of distillation, which captures both the most pristine top notes, as well as the richer, sweeter notes from a bit longer of a run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripura oils are also interesting in that - they tend to exhibit some Animalic and Leathery notes, rich and creamy like, even when pristinely distilled with no fermentation. Tripuri 2 you'll notice, has some great smooth Gourmand notes, almost smelling edible, like chewy Toffee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat Creaminess I mentioned, is also a savory sweetness that seeps from the Leather, with a Tea-like hint of Saffron Spice and a whisper of Smoke that almost has me licking my lips. Really sticks in and tickles your nose in a blissfully delightful manner. The smoothness of this oil I think makes it very approachable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI know I keep mentioning the Amber \/ Gourmand tone of the oil - but it's also quite Tobacco'y. One of the most frequent questions I get when asking for recommendations from the shop is for Tobacco Profiles - and I think this one is gonna hit just right. If you're a Tobacco Profile Scenofile, pick up a bottle. You'll be quite happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe longevity is great, and the projection is good and strong. Don't let the cheap price fool you - this is a banger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a second run from the \"bulk\" material that I'll be distilling, I'm awfully happy with how this oil came out. I think you'll love it as much as I do !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-----\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love Hindis or chase those warm, Gourmand and Tobacco'y profiles - 2025 Tripuri 2 should be sitting on your shelf !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rising Phoenix Perfumery","offers":[{"title":"0.3g · Sample Vial","offer_id":47857422401761,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g · Glass Dipstick Bottle","offer_id":47857422434529,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3g · Full Quarter Tola (Glass Dipstick)","offer_id":47857422467297,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12g · Full Tola","offer_id":47857422500065,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8955\/0305\/files\/170AFE87-3C4B-47A1-84BD-6F411ADCDB82.jpg?v=1768483931"},{"product_id":"tripuri-3-2025-tripura-india-tobacco-and-chocolate-profile-pure-hindi-oud-oil","title":"Tripuri 3 (2025) : Tobacco, Fruit and Milk Chocolate Hindi Oud Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJungle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tripura - India \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild - Chips and Shavings from 15 Trees we took down in 2024, Aged 150-450+ years old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very clean Stainless pot : Traditional, Wood-fired Stainless Deg and Bapkah - 20 Day Run - February 4-24th, 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tobacco and Milk Chocolate Profile : Sweet - Toffee'd - Tobacco'y - Smooth Hay - Hints of Smoke - Fruity Notes - Leather and Hay - Gentle Nuttiness - Gourmand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI have my own operations in different regions, with what is arguably my largest operation in India. I have a bunch of oils that will take me literal years to get through producing from all the work I've been doing out there, as I've stockpiled huge quantities of material from the past several years, that will take me quite some time to work through distilling. It also means we will have some really cool and unique stuff that will be pretty much unheard of from anywhere else, as I'm the only vendor I know going to these lengths of internal productions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Trees used in this particular Tripura Series are all 150-450+ years old, and are all trees that I acquired and took down. 15 trees, total. Will take quite awhile to get woods over here (years, likely) - but at some point, you may see some of these insane woods making their way into the shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripuri 3 is the 3rd oil from the back half of 2024, when my team was in Tripura.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI was actually in India in Jan\/Feb of 2025 - and this oil we began while I was actually in country. Which makes this particular oil really cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABOUT THIS SERIES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom our time in Tripura, I have a bunch of very high grade single tree oils I'll eventually get around to producing from the 15 trees we took down. Should be at least 15-30 very high grade oils I'll produce, that I'll run through my smaller, custom-made copper pot. I already have 2 oils that are curing that will get released at some point (look for SC or SCP in the title when those come out = Small Copper Pot).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUntil I can get more of the single tree productions - I started my focus by combining some woods from the trees we took down to produce a line of oils (that for the industry, would be very high grade), but are more affordable. But from me - these oils will be something that I can offer at fantastic prices considering this is all from materials we've controlled from harvest through production. The yields were exceptional (not something the average oils out there are doing), indicating the quality of the woods I reserved for this particular project were even better than I had hoped. It also means I can offer these oils at really great prices due to the unexpected high yields. These oils are punching way above their price tags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe were in a few different areas of Tripura - this particular oil is a \"pan-Tripuri\" production, meaning it is made from a mix of all of these trees we took down, from all over the state. It is a single region oil, but not a single origin tree oil, of which I have many planned for the future. Stay tuned on those ...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet me first say that Tripura-origin oils are some of my favorites. There is a \"classical\" Hindi-ness to the odor profiles of this region that I find distinctly different from more common Assam-origin oils, and in the multitude of directions those profiles can go - I really dig how they all smell. So I'm personally quite liking what's coming out of the work so far.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe State of Tripura is in kind of a geographical \"armpit\" of Bangladesh - and you'll find some crossover with old wild Bangladeshi oils in the Tripuri DNA. That crossover usually presents as a kind of Chocolaty'ness - and I'm thrilled to say this is smooth and rich like a frothy milk chocolate !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e--\u0026gt;Actually ... Tripuri 3 and Tripuri 4 are incredibly chocolately - be sure to check out both listings !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e--\u0026gt;AND check out Tripuri 1 for a delightful Toasted Cashew and Praline + fuesil note (akin to the blast in Haflong Afterburn, but Nutty). Tripuri 1 is a POTENT oil ... in hindsight, I should have called it Tripuri Afterburn, haha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--\u0026gt;AND check out Tripuri 2 for a delightful sweet Amber and Tobacco profile !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripuri 3 is what's called a Tobacco and Milk Chocolate Profile. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular oil is from 20 days of distillation, which yields a very deep, smooth, rich and satiating oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripura oils are also interesting in that - they tend to exhibit some Animalic and Leathery notes, rich and creamy like, even when pristinely distilled with no fermentation. Tripuri 3 you'll notice, has some great smooth Gourmand notes, almost smelling edible, like a smooth Milk Chocolate with hints of Fruitiness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have ever experienced a nice Chocolate Note in an Indian or a Bangladeshi Oil - just imagine the very best smooth, clean, Milk Chocolate'y version of that, and you'll have an inkling of what to expect. This is superbly enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ef you've never had one of those types of oils, BUT have had a \"Fruit and Nut\" chocolate bars from Cadbury over in Great Britain - you'll understand what I mean. It's an Oudy Fruit and Nut Cadbury Bar, and it's delightful !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe longevity is great, and the projection is good and strong. Don't let the cheap price fool you - this is a banger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a third run from the \"bulk\" material that I'll be distilling, I'm awfully happy with how this oil came out. 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I have a bunch of oils that will take me literal years to get through producing from all the work I've been doing out there, as I've stockpiled huge quantities of material from the past several years, that will take me quite some time to work through distilling. It also means we will have some really cool and unique stuff that will be pretty much unheard of from anywhere else, as I'm the only vendor I know going to these lengths of internal productions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Trees used in this particular Tripura Series are all 150-450+ years old, and are all trees that I acquired and took down. 15 trees, total. Will take quite awhile to get woods over here (years, likely) - but at some point, you may see some of these insane woods making their way into the shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripuri 4 is the 4th oil from the back half of 2024, when my team was in Tripura.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI was actually in India in Jan\/Feb of 2025 - and this oil we began while I was actually in country. Which makes this particular oil really cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABOUT THIS SERIES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom our time in Tripura, I have a bunch of very high grade single tree oils I'll eventually get around to producing from the 15 trees we took down. Should be at least 15-30 very high grade oils I'll produce, that I'll run through my smaller, custom-made copper pot. I already have 2 oils that are curing that will get released at some point (look for SC or SCP in the title when those come out = Small Copper Pot).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUntil I can get more of the single tree productions - I started my focus by combining some woods from the trees we took down to produce a line of oils (that for the industry, would be very high grade), but are more affordable. But from me - these oils will be something that I can offer at fantastic prices considering this is all from materials we've controlled from harvest through production. The yields were exceptional (not something the average oils out there are doing), indicating the quality of the woods I reserved for this particular project were even better than I had hoped. It also means I can offer these oils at really great prices due to the unexpected high yields. These oils are punching way above their price tags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe were in a few different areas of Tripura - this particular oil is a \"pan-Tripuri\" production, meaning it is made from a mix of all of these trees we took down, from all over the state. It is a single region oil, but not a single origin tree oil, of which I have many planned for the future. Stay tuned on those ...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet me first say that Tripura-origin oils are some of my favorites. There is a \"classical\" Hindi-ness to the odor profiles of this region that I find distinctly different from more common Assam-origin oils, and in the multitude of directions those profiles can go - I really dig how they all smell. So I'm personally quite liking what's coming out of the work so far.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe State of Tripura is in kind of a geographical \"armpit\" of Bangladesh - and you'll find some crossover with old wild Bangladeshi oils in the Tripuri DNA. That crossover usually presents as a kind of Chocolaty'ness - and I'm thrilled to say this one is rich and deep like a Bitter Cacao !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e--\u0026gt;Actually ... Tripuri 3 and Tripuri 4 are incredibly chocolately - be sure to check out both listings !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e--\u0026gt;AND check out Tripuri 1 for a delightful Toasted Cashew and Praline + fuesil note (akin to the blast in Haflong Afterburn, but Nutty). Tripuri 1 is a POTENT oil ... in hindsight, I should have called it Tripuri Afterburn, haha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--\u0026gt;AND check out Tripuri 2 for a delightful sweet Amber and Tobacco profile !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripuri 4 is what's called an Herbs and Bitter Cacao Profile. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular oil is from 32 days of distillation, which has yielded a mellow, herbal, smooth, rich and satiating oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripura oils are also interesting in that - they tend to exhibit some Animalic and Leathery notes, rich and creamy like, even when pristinely distilled with no fermentation. Tripuri 4 you'll notice, has some great Gourmand notes, almost smelling edible, like a rich Bitter Cacao with hints of Herbs and Musk. Sounds like a weird combination of notes, but it slaps !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have ever experienced a nice Chocolate Note in an Indian or a Bangladeshi Oil - just imagine a smooth, herbal version. I can't quite put my finger on what this herbal note is, but I really like it. It's not green, it's not camphoraceous - and it smells like some \"je ne sais quois\" Herbal'yness. Mind you, it's not a cough drop kinda herbal kick, nor it it a \"Chinese Medicine\" kind of herbal note you'll get from some Chinese or Malaysian oils. It's more like an \"Herbs du Provence\" gentleness to it. Like rolling fields of herbs growing in the mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd on the backend of it all - it's got a Muskiness to it that smells really delicious on my skin. I just want to bury my face in my hand. The long, slow cook really pulled some unique notes out in this oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe longevity is great, and the projection is more gentle and friendly, but good and strong. Don't let the cheap price fool you - this is a banger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a fourth run from the \"bulk\" material that I'll be distilling, I'm awfully happy with how this oil came out. 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I’ve maybe come across it only once or twice in my lifetime - and they’ve been old Malaysian oils with little known about them other than a general distillation time period. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this case - I know exactly where it’s from. Distilled from old wood from the Taman Negara Forest Preserve, sandwiched in between Kelantan to the West, Terengganu to the East, and Pahang to the South. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for when it was distilled … I got this a few years back directly from the distiller, who retired back in 1999\/2000, and is currently in his 80’s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe hung on to this batch, which he had distilled  back in 1983\/4\/5’ish. Didn’t have an exact year - but he knew the rough period. Something he had held onto for a long time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt one point there was a kg or two of this. This was the last that he had hung onto for a rainy day. He’s lived much longer than he had expected - and needed money for his twilight years. This is the last of his “retirement fund”, and I was lucky to have this come in to my possession a few years back. 2026 seems like a good time to bring this out and begin offering it. Something sweet to follow the rough year that was 2025. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoesn’t get more rare or special than #therisingphoenixperfumery !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE SCENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOK - bear with me, this is a wild one ...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've put this under a few people's noses, and I've gotten some wildy different opinions back. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor starters - it is a very unusual smelling oil. I've only smelled something like this once or twice before - and this is a FAR SUPERIOR version of what I had previously smelled. It's an unforgettably unique scent, and I think you'll understand what I mean once you smell it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo my nose, it smells like a combination of Chocolate Grenache and Durian. If you've never smelled or tasted Durian before ... Durian is famously polarizing: its smell is often described as intensely foul (like rotting onions, sewage, or gym socks), but its taste is rich, creamy, and sweet, with complex notes of custard, caramel, banana, and nuts that many find delicious once past the aroma. Bear with me ...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caveat here - and don't run for the hills just yet - is that this oil smells more like Durian tastes than it smells - and the scent is more akin to the sweet sweat of Horses than it is to onions or gym socks. I had some young teen ladies in the clinic recently smell this oil, and they picked up the Chocolate note, and said the other fruity note reminded them more of riding horses - so I think I'm on the right trek here in terms of the profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo many Westerners, Durian resembles a mix of :\u003cbr\u003e•    Rotten onions or garlic\u003cbr\u003e•    Sewage, garbage, or dead animals\u003cbr\u003e•    Turpentine, gasoline, or gym socks\u003cbr\u003e•    Overripe cheese or vomit\u003cbr\u003eBut people who grow up with durian often describe it as sweet, musky, and complex, with notes of tropical fruit, honey, and roasted nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--\u0026gt;It's the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esweet, musky, and complex, with notes of tropical fruit, honey, and roasted nuts that I'd say this oil reminds me of. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've never tried Durian before - I probably just scared you. 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