Selective Hand Harvesting
Only mature, resin-rich trees are selected to maintain quality and ecological balance.
Distillation & Sourcing
From Forest Wisdom to Copper-Still Precision
Our oud story begins in the forests of Northeast India with tribal cultivators and local forest experts who identify mature Aquilaria malaccensis trees, typically 30-40 years old, naturally infected by resin-forming fungi.
Harvesting is done by hand and only from trees showing rich agarwood development. This selective, minimal-impact method helps protect surrounding habitats while preserving community knowledge built over generations.
Traditional Copper Systems
Hydro-distillation in copper stills preserves aroma complexity through slow, controlled extraction.
Sourcing Principles
Tribal Knowledge Partnerships
Local expertise guides identification, timing, and treatment of harvest lots.
Minimal Forest Disturbance
Low-impact extraction practices are followed to preserve surrounding biodiversity.
Origin Integrity
Material is handled with lot discipline from forest to still to preserve provenance clarity.
Hydro-Distillation Process
- Milling & Soaking: Harvested wood is milled and soaked for days to open resin channels.
- Copper Pot Loading: Prepared wood is placed in hand-crafted copper stills with pure water.
- Slow Heat Cycle: Distillation runs for 3-5 days (roughly 30-90 hours) at controlled temperatures.
- Steam Condensation: Aromatic vapors condense and oil separates naturally from water.
- Final Collection: The result is a viscous, golden-amber oud oil with high aromatic depth.
Why the Process Matters
Very Low Yield, High Value
Hydro-distillation typically yields only about 0.15-0.25% oil, so long distillation windows are essential for capturing full complexity.
No Solvents, No Shortcuts
We use only water and heat. This preserves the wood's natural chemistry and avoids synthetic manipulation of aroma profile.
Terroir-True Aroma
The final scent reflects Northeast India's climate, wood character, and artisanal expertise: authentic, layered, and enduring.