Sultan Sulawesi

Sulawesi Island, located east of Borneo, is a treasure trove of Agarwood, albeit rare and hard to find. Sultan Sulawesi changes all that – a wild, incense-grade oil that showcases the unique character of this region. Slowly juiced from dark, well-resinated Aquilaria Hirta chunks of wood with care and precision, this oil is a true masterpiece.

With zero soak, the outcome is a super complex oil that takes your nose on an adventurous journey and captures an in-depth experience from Oud from this region. The oil is one of the most complex oils I’ve come across, capturing a herbal, golden, medicinal vibe along with earthy and green notes, as well as florals, candy, and a deep, leathery woodiness.

The oil has a deep golden-orange hue with a silky viscosity. Off the dipstick, you’re struck with a bright, bittersweet, golden, herbal, jammy aroma. Once applied, there’s a distinct woody, resinous minty note laced with lush green mountains and a breath of the ocean splashing on rocks, the aroma of rain hitting dry earth, followed by freshly cut lime, watermelon, and granny Smith apples.

The mid-phase of the oil leans toward a sweeter phase with florals – think jasmine and lavender and a juicy, cotton candy vibe with wisps of a chip bubbling away on low heat. The dry down leads toward luxury leather handbags, spices, and a dark, powerful woodiness that lingers on and on with wisps of smoke.

This oil is only a few months old and honestly has so much going on. It has solid projection and is long-lasting. While smelling it, I’m reminded of so many Oud regions – Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo, Sri Lanka, and Cambodia. It’s a true masterpiece that will keep you engaged and fascinated.