Black Kyara Oud

沉水黑棋

Origin: Vietnam

A very integrated oud that concentrates in the core of its scent. Its animalic top notes and pungent sweetness are woven finely together, giving this oud a strong presence. As dense as it may come across, it has refreshing, pine-like top notes and leaves the gentle smell of lillies in the air after it has finished burning. 

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Oud, sometimes called agarwood or aloeswood, is a very distinctive type of incense with a unique sweetness and complexity. Unlike incense like sandalwood, oud is not actually made from wood. Rather, oud is a resin, specifically produced by varietals of the Aquilaria species of trees native to Asia. These trees release resin when they are damaged by natural factors such as lightning, fire, or insect infestation. The formation of these special, aromatic resins happens very slowly, and can take decades. For many reasons, oud is regarded as one of the most valued substances in the world and can command a very high price. 

The scent of burning oud is transportive, clarifying to the senses, and extremely relaxing. It is thus a great accompaniment to any of our teas, and if you’ve been to our shop, you’ve likely unknowingly already met it.