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Oud of the Day
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From YUSA, NUMAN, an Indonesian Oud. At first sniff I thought I detected a light BBQ smokiness. But this morning, I found a fine tea with a citrus orange slightly floral nuance that morphs and lingers as a very wearable calming memory. ❤ 🔥 Wooweee
Olfactory Nomad
Smells so Oud
Definitely, an oceanic salty note in there.
Zuah1
Oud Dervish
Taiba by Sulaym: Fragrant Masterpiece That Captures the Essence of Serenity
From the moment I uncapped Taiba by Sulaym, I knew I was about to experience something extraordinary. Sulaym’s commitment to excellence is evident in every nuance of this exquisite oud oil blend. Named after the luminous city of Taiba, this fragrance is nothing short of a tribute to refinement, grace, and timeless beauty.
Taiba is an olfactory symphony, perfectly balanced to be both inviting and deeply memorable. The opening greets you with an elegant wave of verdant Thai oud, a rarity that exudes purity and sophistication. The interplay of sweet wild honey and the resinous warmth of incense creates a captivating harmony, evoking a sense of quiet luxury. A subtle touch of camphor adds a refreshing lift, ensuring the fragrance remains dynamic yet grounded.
What truly sets Taiba apart is its versatility. Despite its richness, it wears beautifully as a daily fragrance effortlessly transitioning from the quiet of morning reflections to the liveliness of a bustling evening. It has a comforting depth that makes every moment feel special, whether it’s an ordinary day or a cherished occasion.
The longevity is remarkable. A single application lingers gracefully for hours, with the oil unfolding new dimensions as it warms on the skin. The drydown is particularly enchanting, a delicate sweetness that feels like a soft embrace, leaving an impression of understated opulence wherever you go.
Taiba isn’t just a fragrance; it’s an experience, a testament to Sulaym’s artistry in crafting scents that resonate with the soul. It’s a blend that speaks of elegance without being overpowering, of luxury without pretense. Whether you are a connoisseur of oud or simply someone seeking a signature scent that embodies both grace and warmth, Taiba is an impeccable choice.
From the moment I uncapped Taiba by Sulaym, I knew I was about to experience something extraordinary. Sulaym’s commitment to excellence is evident in every nuance of this exquisite oud oil blend. Named after the luminous city of Taiba, this fragrance is nothing short of a tribute to refinement, grace, and timeless beauty.
Taiba is an olfactory symphony, perfectly balanced to be both inviting and deeply memorable. The opening greets you with an elegant wave of verdant Thai oud, a rarity that exudes purity and sophistication. The interplay of sweet wild honey and the resinous warmth of incense creates a captivating harmony, evoking a sense of quiet luxury. A subtle touch of camphor adds a refreshing lift, ensuring the fragrance remains dynamic yet grounded.
What truly sets Taiba apart is its versatility. Despite its richness, it wears beautifully as a daily fragrance effortlessly transitioning from the quiet of morning reflections to the liveliness of a bustling evening. It has a comforting depth that makes every moment feel special, whether it’s an ordinary day or a cherished occasion.
The longevity is remarkable. A single application lingers gracefully for hours, with the oil unfolding new dimensions as it warms on the skin. The drydown is particularly enchanting, a delicate sweetness that feels like a soft embrace, leaving an impression of understated opulence wherever you go.
Taiba isn’t just a fragrance; it’s an experience, a testament to Sulaym’s artistry in crafting scents that resonate with the soul. It’s a blend that speaks of elegance without being overpowering, of luxury without pretense. Whether you are a connoisseur of oud or simply someone seeking a signature scent that embodies both grace and warmth, Taiba is an impeccable choice.
Mousse de Chene
True Ouddict
Al Malek Al Kalakassi - Al Shareef Oudh.
This is a top 3 favourite Hindi oil I have put my nose on, the others being Al Malek Al Hindi - ASO (the best) & a very special sample AT from The Oud Lab thoughtfully sent me last year (a Hindi oil from the 90s sourced directly from the Maktoum ruler's court in Dubai, an oil that was gifted to government dignitaries etc).
I have a difficult time reviewing this oil with words. It’s a rare phenomenon, but the very highest grades of traditionally distilled Hindi Oud exhibit a top note that is unlike all others oils in the Hindi genre.
The soaked-fermented top note is a striking, ‘clean’ barnyard aroma. The actual scent is distinctive from the usual fermented note. It has powdery-chalky effect, clean & uplifting.
Usually, the soaked top note of traditional Hindi Oud is a juxtaposition, a phase before the resinous woody leathery hay notes proceed. However, in cases such as AMAK, it’s entirely integrated & balanced with the other parts of the profile. It doesn’t feel like an auxiliary note, it feels like it belongs to the wood.
Once the powdery top notes of ‘pristine barn’, lemony Kakakassi, tropical fruits, delicate florals pass, the mid & base develop just as beautifully. A slab of the most glorious Oud resin; amber-labdanum, worn leather, white flowers, rich cigar tobacco, cacao with tons & tons of sun baked hay.
The Royal ASO Hindi signature. The love ASO has for Hindi Oud is very obvious, he achieves remarkable results with Indian wood! The rounded, leathery mature sweetness of his Hindi dry downs are my favourite aroma in the world. He manages to recreate this effect time & time again regardless of the variety of Indian wood, the grade etc.
Oils such as Al Malek Al Kalakassi, are not just an aroma, they are a poignant experience.
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Uday Lalan
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I never had an opportunity to buy anything from Sulaym so far but I bought some oils & Vietnamese chips from Faizal P (Imperial) about 8/9 years ago got exceptional & quality deals. Faizal P bro took care to see that only the best, hand picked chips were sent to me. My interactions with him were good. So yes Faizal P bro remains in my good books even now though I have not bought anything from Sulaym.
Mr.P
oud<3er
@YusaAromatics Harimau (Malay tigerwood) on my forearm. Something beautiful in the opening to this one that sets it apart from others in my collection - a unique take on honey and manuka notes... striking.
The heart of this is robust and phenolic, a tad of tartness. There is a certain warm woody fuzziness to the scent that is very appealing; something dark and tobacco like as well. Good stuff!
The heart of this is robust and phenolic, a tad of tartness. There is a certain warm woody fuzziness to the scent that is very appealing; something dark and tobacco like as well. Good stuff!
Castingshadows
@scentofsamadhi
I know Al Rub’ 2 wasn’t a pure Hindi but how does Al Malek compare to something like that? Have you tried both?
Mousse de Chene
True Ouddict
Al Ruba’ie II is one of my very favourite oils of all time! It was the first 1/4 Tola of Oud I purchased from ASO. I think it’s a masterpiece, the complexity is through the roof!
Although it’s not a pure Hindi, as you mentioned, it’s definitely a Hindi dominant Oud blend with nuances of Indonesian, Laotian, Malaysian & that beautiful hint of Kyara. Due to the inclusion of those oils, Al Ruba’ie II is greener, more mossy jungle camphor, clean incensey. Although Al Malek Al Kalakassi is a pure Hindi, it has less barnyard than Al Ruba’ie, yet both oils share that dark leathery mature sweetness, that signature ASO Hindi profile.
What sets AMAK apart is the top notes, the soaked note is clean, almost powdery (like the kinamic note, it’s very hard to describe yet it’s an indicator of a very high grade of wood & masterful distillation technique) AMAK is vibrant, colourful, lemony-tropical fruit nuances while Al Ruba’ie is very dark.
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SamiterkiW
True Ouddict
Hi dear Ouddicts 🙂
Today I am wearing
AA Lao 4k
Habz Caliph
Habz Borneo King
This laosi oil is blast of sequiterpens!
That lemony camphor is almost as powerful as Petroleum ⛽️ Hazy gazoline!
Green grassy freshly shaved ! Light honey factory ! And then turning to a gentle Agallocha vibe that not the first time I am feeling this with this Lao oil …
This clean leather aura without any sugar … it’s clean suede smell
I find the same note in Hindi agallocha oil after the smooth barn leaving , this note appears and remind me Lao 4k in the other side !
Very strange thing cuz Laos got crassna & sinensis … don’t think so there is any agallocha…
Curious to know if any brother noticed the same … ^^
Habz caliph got that special smooth soothing barn if we can call this barn … cuz it’s so clean but maybe more accurate to say pheromonal…
Waxy traditional profile I found in old Tigerwood oils …
This oil was pourable when it was released and now this oil is more honey like … even sticky subhanallah oud oil is alive 😅 it changing with aging in texture and, smell , deepness and evolving…
Habz Borneo King is a real king… with a crown and beard like a warrior who is fighting during war with his knights
He Carries a sword in one hand and look at straight forward with no fear
That is the way I like to choose for describing oil that give me more experience than perfumery scent … even cuz it’s hard to describing amazing oils like this one !
I wish you all a very Gooud swipe 🙃
Today I am wearing
AA Lao 4k
Habz Caliph
Habz Borneo King
This laosi oil is blast of sequiterpens!
That lemony camphor is almost as powerful as Petroleum ⛽️ Hazy gazoline!
Green grassy freshly shaved ! Light honey factory ! And then turning to a gentle Agallocha vibe that not the first time I am feeling this with this Lao oil …
This clean leather aura without any sugar … it’s clean suede smell
I find the same note in Hindi agallocha oil after the smooth barn leaving , this note appears and remind me Lao 4k in the other side !
Very strange thing cuz Laos got crassna & sinensis … don’t think so there is any agallocha…
Curious to know if any brother noticed the same … ^^
Habz caliph got that special smooth soothing barn if we can call this barn … cuz it’s so clean but maybe more accurate to say pheromonal…
Waxy traditional profile I found in old Tigerwood oils …
This oil was pourable when it was released and now this oil is more honey like … even sticky subhanallah oud oil is alive 😅 it changing with aging in texture and, smell , deepness and evolving…
Habz Borneo King is a real king… with a crown and beard like a warrior who is fighting during war with his knights
He Carries a sword in one hand and look at straight forward with no fear
That is the way I like to choose for describing oil that give me more experience than perfumery scent … even cuz it’s hard to describing amazing oils like this one !
I wish you all a very Gooud swipe 🙃
Castingshadows
@scentofsamadhi
Wowwwww! AMAK sounds incredible. Thanks for sharing the comparison.
Also Al Rub’ 2 is absolutely one of my all time favorite oils. It took alittle while to click because I was so used to Taha’s new Gen oils but once it clicked I couldn’t get enough of it. One of the best oils I’ve ever smelled (for my tastes).
Mousse de Chene
True Ouddict
You will love AMAK brother. It’s expensive, but the quality is undeniable. I could only afford half a gram, but it’s so potent you only need a dot.
I completely agree with you, Al Ruba’ie II is one of the very best! Not only is it a beautiful complex satisfying wearing, the concept & execution is next level. A true masterpiece oil in our community. I wish it was still available & more people could try it.
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Castingshadows
@scentofsamadhi
I was fortunate to be given the chance to sample Kinabalu Gold II from @Al-Hind Oud
A beautiful pristine opening explodes with notes of acacia blossom honey, golden florals, a gentle berry like nuance and loads of diesel fueled sunshine. This is packed full of terpy floral notes but quickly settles into a rich, woodsy, incensey base. I need to spend more time with this oil but it packs a serious punch. A tiny swipe was enough to project for several hours.
The drydown is on par with top quality Borneos. It stands on its own two feet and instead of going in a creamy, vanillic, lactonic direction Kinabalu Gold II prefers a more austere path. To my nose I get hints of dark green leather, jungle petrichor, bitter woods, and incense.
I can only imagine what aging will do to an oil like this and I look forward to seeing how this feels years down the road.
A beautiful pristine opening explodes with notes of acacia blossom honey, golden florals, a gentle berry like nuance and loads of diesel fueled sunshine. This is packed full of terpy floral notes but quickly settles into a rich, woodsy, incensey base. I need to spend more time with this oil but it packs a serious punch. A tiny swipe was enough to project for several hours.
The drydown is on par with top quality Borneos. It stands on its own two feet and instead of going in a creamy, vanillic, lactonic direction Kinabalu Gold II prefers a more austere path. To my nose I get hints of dark green leather, jungle petrichor, bitter woods, and incense.
I can only imagine what aging will do to an oil like this and I look forward to seeing how this feels years down the road.
Xerohome
True Ouddict
I'm looking forward to try it, I hope a sample found its way with my on way shipment : )
AlHind Oud
Resident Artisan
Castingshadows
@scentofsamadhi
It reminded me a lot of Borneo King from Craft Oud if you’ve tried that one at all. It’s a very nice solid offering. I think Prasun grossly underpriced Borneo King imo but Kinabalu Gold II is in a similar realm. I haven’t compared them side to side though so I could be off base with the comparison.
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