Oud/Agarwood (Assam)

Oud from Assam is renowned for its deep, rich, and highly complex aroma, featuring a bold combination of smoky, woody, and slightly sweet notes. This type of oud carries an earthy and resinous profile with subtle hints of spice, lending an air of luxury and mystique to perfumes. Used primarily as a base note, Assam oud adds intense depth, warmth, and longevity to fragrances. It pairs beautifully with florals, spices, and other woods, creating sophisticated and long-lasting scent compositions.

History & Production: Assam, located in Northeast India, is one of the most esteemed regions for oud production, derived from the Aquilaria tree. Oud is formed when the tree is infected by a specific mold, prompting the production of a dark, aromatic resin over several years. This natural process contributes to the rarity and high value of oud. The resin-rich heartwood is harvested and carefully distilled to produce oud oil. Assam oud has been prized for centuries for its deep, complex fragrance, which has significant cultural, spiritual, and aromatic importance in traditional and modern perfumery.