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The philosophies behind each series are quite different. The Sultan Series is what we termed 'nu-perfumery' – synergistic distillation usually involving some strain of New Guinea Gyrinops and at least one other species of agarwood. Resin rich batches of wood personify the Sultan Series. Here, the aim is to create something greater than the scent inherent in the wood itself; a new scent that did not exist before. Consummate artistry coupled with exceptional raw materials takes the wood's potential and magnifies it to a whole other level. Sort of like the priceless artwork carved by a master miniaturist out of the finest red coral. The preciousness of the coral is multiplied many times over once it is transformed into a work of art.
The Senkoh Series on the other hand, is quite the opposite approach. The focus of a Senkoh oil is the beauty inherent in the wood itself, without adding anything or taking anything away. The hand of the artist is not meant to be felt or even recognized. Unlike the Sultan Series, Senkoh oils are not synergies of various species. They focus on a single locale's agarwood and isolate the incense note inherent in that wood, untouched by other than the faintest heat. Senkoh oils are the embodiment of raw natural beauty, untouched by the hand of man.
The Senkoh Series on the other hand, is quite the opposite approach. The focus of a Senkoh oil is the beauty inherent in the wood itself, without adding anything or taking anything away. The hand of the artist is not meant to be felt or even recognized. Unlike the Sultan Series, Senkoh oils are not synergies of various species. They focus on a single locale's agarwood and isolate the incense note inherent in that wood, untouched by other than the faintest heat. Senkoh oils are the embodiment of raw natural beauty, untouched by the hand of man.
Thanks @Nikhil S. It was literally distilled this month, so I'd say you're looking at mid-2018 earliest if not much later. 
In the beginning it's all about the fruits and flowers, then the progress to oudiness and resin, then the internship with the barn. All-the-while Mr. Bitter sits patiently laying low.
That "Biting Bitterness" is what I cherish in certain ouds. That "Knee Buckling Addictiveness" which suggests incense-grade chips. That "Affirmation" saying....you're sniffing the good stuff. That "Perplexing Note" which makes you wonder "why does it have this affect on me".
I feel like at this point I've earned my Degree
That "Biting Bitterness" is what I cherish in certain ouds. That "Knee Buckling Addictiveness" which suggests incense-grade chips. That "Affirmation" saying....you're sniffing the good stuff. That "Perplexing Note" which makes you wonder "why does it have this affect on me".
I feel like at this point I've earned my Degree
In the beginning it's all about the fruits and flowers, then the progress to oudiness and resin, then the internship with the barn. All-the-while Mr. Bitter sits patiently laying low.
That "Biting Bitterness" is what I cherish in certain ouds. That "Knee Buckling Addictiveness" which suggests incense-grade chips. That "Affirmation" saying....you're sniffing the good stuff. That "Perplexing Note" which makes you wonder "why does it have this affect on me".
I feel like at this point I've earned my Degree
That "Biting Bitterness" is what I cherish in certain ouds. That "Knee Buckling Addictiveness" which suggests incense-grade chips. That "Affirmation" saying....you're sniffing the good stuff. That "Perplexing Note" which makes you wonder "why does it have this affect on me".
I feel like at this point I've earned my Degree
Would you suggest me 2 or 3 oils in this genre which are around 250 to 400 USD my good friend ? There was a time when I was fascinated by Meroke oils if that's what constitutes this area of the Oud world. I was perplexed at times but the magic just doesn't work on me anymore. Or maybe I am yet to tree the oils which I should have. Thank you.
In the beginning it's all about the fruits and flowers, then the progress to oudiness and resin, then the internship with the barn. All-the-while Mr. Bitter sits patiently laying low.
That "Biting Bitterness" is what I cherish in certain ouds. That "Knee Buckling Addictiveness" which suggests incense-grade chips. That "Affirmation" saying....you're sniffing the good stuff. That "Perplexing Note" which makes you wonder "why does it have this affect on me".
I feel like at this point I've earned my Degree
That "Biting Bitterness" is what I cherish in certain ouds. That "Knee Buckling Addictiveness" which suggests incense-grade chips. That "Affirmation" saying....you're sniffing the good stuff. That "Perplexing Note" which makes you wonder "why does it have this affect on me".
I feel like at this point I've earned my Degree
Haha. That's a wonderful comment
Would you suggest me 2 or 3 oils in this genre which are around 250 to 400 USD my good friend ? There was a time when I was fascinated by Meroke oils if that's what constitutes this area of the Oud world. I was perplexed at times but the magic just doesn't work on me anymore. Or maybe I am yet to tree the oils which I should have. Thank you.
Would you suggest me 2 or 3 oils in this genre which are around 250 to 400 USD my good friend ? There was a time when I was fascinated by Meroke oils if that's what constitutes this area of the Oud world. I was perplexed at times but the magic just doesn't work on me anymore. Or maybe I am yet to tree the oils which I should have. Thank you.
All this talk of the Senkoh series had me revisit Chugoku Senkoh after a self imposed exile from it, as I was in fear of running out of it.
Holy smokes, this stuff is amazing. Sooooo beautiful.
The note that I imagine as "tiny, high-mountain bitter-sweet berries, grown of foliage barren branches", has become even more pronounced. It also has a slight taste of bitter violet on the tongue. I love violet confectionary, so maybe it's just a hopeful ghost note. The "Kannauj mitti/ soil" note I imagined has become slightly less nutty and a tad more bitter and fermented; and beautifully so, in my opinion.
What a fool I was not to acquire more.
The Senkoh series is definitely another game changer for me, and the Suriranka Senkoh is "mind-blasting", yaar.
I'm hoping to be able to try Assamugo Senkoh later this week.
Bravo again, @Ensar & @Kruger, on this exquisite distillation.
Holy smokes, this stuff is amazing. Sooooo beautiful.
The note that I imagine as "tiny, high-mountain bitter-sweet berries, grown of foliage barren branches", has become even more pronounced. It also has a slight taste of bitter violet on the tongue. I love violet confectionary, so maybe it's just a hopeful ghost note. The "Kannauj mitti/ soil" note I imagined has become slightly less nutty and a tad more bitter and fermented; and beautifully so, in my opinion.
What a fool I was not to acquire more.
The Senkoh series is definitely another game changer for me, and the Suriranka Senkoh is "mind-blasting", yaar
.I'm hoping to be able to try Assamugo Senkoh later this week.
Bravo again, @Ensar & @Kruger, on this exquisite distillation.
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If there is a category for buffoonery and nonsense, then I happily accept your nomination
In all seriousness, there have been many many amazing posts here from all the members, and elders here, which you too @Rasoul S have brought to us.
I'm so behind on my reading, but I know the lengths that people like @Taha, @Ensar and @Kruger have gone to help educate their clientele is exceptional.
All the moderators that donate their time, everyone that participates here to share their passion for this gift of God, thank you so much.
I'm never been a member of any other online forum on any subject, nor am I on any social media of any type, but I'm so glad I stumbled upon this place; it liberated me from decades of subpar attar and agarwood collection.
Much respect.
In all seriousness, there have been many many amazing posts here from all the members, and elders here, which you too @Rasoul S have brought to us.
I'm so behind on my reading, but I know the lengths that people like @Taha, @Ensar and @Kruger have gone to help educate their clientele is exceptional.
All the moderators that donate their time, everyone that participates here to share their passion for this gift of God, thank you so much.
I'm never been a member of any other online forum on any subject, nor am I on any social media of any type, but I'm so glad I stumbled upon this place; it liberated me from decades of subpar attar and agarwood collection.
Much respect.
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Haha. That's a wonderful comment
Would you suggest me 2 or 3 oils in this genre which are around 250 to 400 USD my good friend ? There was a time when I was fascinated by Meroke oils if that's what constitutes this area of the Oud world. I was perplexed at times but the magic just doesn't work on me anymore. Or maybe I am yet to tree the oils which I should have. Thank you.
Would you suggest me 2 or 3 oils in this genre which are around 250 to 400 USD my good friend ? There was a time when I was fascinated by Meroke oils if that's what constitutes this area of the Oud world. I was perplexed at times but the magic just doesn't work on me anymore. Or maybe I am yet to tree the oils which I should have. Thank you.
This will be an on-going case, and is currently under investigation
As for bitterness......regretfully, I have not tried Chugoku Senkoh or Assamugo Senkoh, and I only had one sniff of Suriranka Senkoh.....but you can find the bitterness that I was referring to 15 minutes into AOMeg, 35 minutes into Dr. Hindi, immediately with Treasure Oud 95yr, it comes and goes with Hudhayl, early-on and extended to drydown in "heaps" with Oud Hud
. My Filaria bend has tons of bitterness, but it seems a little different with that species. I haven't examined the other oils in my collection under this light, so this short list is all I can come up with at the momentToday I swiped my Filaria blend that I named Maroke Madness.
The oils used in this mix:
EO Maroke Sultan
FO Pa-Papua
EO Maroke Muah
EO Oud Royale 5
A lot of snappy bitterness, but a bit more cold and hard versus the bitterness in Hindi oils.
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I got to a chance to try out the beautiful AA Syed Succor. That’s what I decided to wear today. I had heard many times from Dr @kesiro about this Oil but didn’t have a chance until he sent me some.
This is a Meroke oudh, and given the past history and love for Meroke Oudh’s, I knew this would be special and boy o boy this didn’t disappoint.
The opening note is of some very medium to light hints of natural earthy aroma, which isn’t too strong for the new Oudh lovers nor is it too weak for the seasoned Oudh addicts. EO’s XXL tuned down.
The dry down is simply mind blowing. The first Oudh that it reminded me in the dry down was EO’s Aroha Kyaku sweet berry dry down.
Over all, I am grateful to Dr @kesiro for sending this oudh for me to try, listen, and appreciate!!
This is a Meroke oudh, and given the past history and love for Meroke Oudh’s, I knew this would be special and boy o boy this didn’t disappoint.
The opening note is of some very medium to light hints of natural earthy aroma, which isn’t too strong for the new Oudh lovers nor is it too weak for the seasoned Oudh addicts. EO’s XXL tuned down.
The dry down is simply mind blowing. The first Oudh that it reminded me in the dry down was EO’s Aroha Kyaku sweet berry dry down.
Over all, I am grateful to Dr @kesiro for sending this oudh for me to try, listen, and appreciate!!
Glad you like the Succor. To some, Filaria is quite an acquired taste and this one is a very easy one to step into scent-wise. But the real magic for me is its medicinal power. This oil is powerful in its ability to help me focus and concentrate in order to accomplish a task. It is for me an extremely psychoactive Oud.
Right now you are a "case study", filed under case no.1, top filing cabinet, Title: Apparent Failure of Filaria, Subtitle: Lack of Soul-Stirring Effect.
This will be an on-going case, and is currently under investigation
As for bitterness......regretfully, I have not tried Chugoku Senkoh or Assamugo Senkoh, and I only had one sniff of Suriranka Senkoh.....but you can find the bitterness that I was referring to 15 minutes into AOMeg, 35 minutes into Dr. Hindi, immediately with Treasure Oud 95yr, it comes and goes with Hudhayl, early-on and extended to drydown in "heaps" with Oud Hud. My Filaria bend has tons of bitterness, but it seems a little different with that species. I haven't examined the other oils in my collection under this light, so this short list is all I can come up with at the moment
Today I swiped my Filaria blend that I named Maroke Madness.
The oils used in this mix:
EO Maroke Sultan
FO Pa-Papua
EO Maroke Muah
EO Oud Royale 5
A lot of snappy bitterness, but a bit more cold and hard versus the bitterness in Hindi oils.
This will be an on-going case, and is currently under investigation
As for bitterness......regretfully, I have not tried Chugoku Senkoh or Assamugo Senkoh, and I only had one sniff of Suriranka Senkoh.....but you can find the bitterness that I was referring to 15 minutes into AOMeg, 35 minutes into Dr. Hindi, immediately with Treasure Oud 95yr, it comes and goes with Hudhayl, early-on and extended to drydown in "heaps" with Oud Hud
. My Filaria bend has tons of bitterness, but it seems a little different with that species. I haven't examined the other oils in my collection under this light, so this short list is all I can come up with at the momentToday I swiped my Filaria blend that I named Maroke Madness.
The oils used in this mix:
EO Maroke Sultan
FO Pa-Papua
EO Maroke Muah
EO Oud Royale 5
A lot of snappy bitterness, but a bit more cold and hard versus the bitterness in Hindi oils.
And yeah I am starting my day with chewing a small piece of used Kyara. It truly did numb the tip of my tongue. A tingling/burning sensation and the whole nasooropharynx is filled with the beautiful smell of Kyara. Does the ethanol extract smell exactly like burning it ?
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