Top Drawer
SamsaSpoon Homemade Swiss Stone Pine (D) Oct 2023 - Score: 50↑ |
Koya's Rasta Natural Incense Sticks (M) Dec 2023 - Score: 50= |
Heavenwood (M): Jan 2023 - Score: 50 |
Balaji Prashanth Herbal Flexo Sticks (M) April 2024 - Score: 48↑ |
B.G Pooja Store Nag Champa (M) Aug 2023 - Score: 48 |
Happy Hari Kings of Incense Queen of Roses (M) Feb 2022 - Score: 46 |
Nandita Original Amber (PM) July 2024 - Score: 46↑ |
Shroff Mogra (M) Dec 2022 - Score: 45 |
Nandita Wood Spice (M) Oct 2023 - Score: 44↑=↓↓↑ |
BIC Panchavati Dhoop Sticks (D) Jan 2023 - Score: 45↑=↑ |
Scent appreciation is personal
I think scent is personal - there are complex, subtle, and emotional reasons why we like one scent and not another. We can be objective and scientific and say that a fragrance contains so many terpenoids and benzenoids and volatile linalyl oxides, but that information doesn't tell us how we respond to it. Each of us brings our own history and experience to an engagement with a scent. Personal memories, such as Proust's memory of the taste/scent of tea and cake have a significant influence and power over how we respond to scent.
While the way an incense is made will have an influence on the appreciation (or rejection) of a scent, it is generally the scent itself we are responding to. I prefer my incense to be natural. I prefer that I have some information about who makes the incense (and that may be one of the reasons I have Samsa's Swiss Stone Pine as my current favourite incense). I prefer that, as with Goloka, proceeds from the profits go to help women and children in need. These things give me a sense of well being, which puts me in a good place to enjoy the scent. Other small factors come into play - such as the appearance of the stick, and the appearance of the packaging, and the cost of the incense. Some people feel good paying a lot - it gives them a sense that the product is of value. Other people feel good paying a fair price - not too high, nor too low. All these things prepare the ground. But it is the scent itself we ultimately respond to. I am more likely to enjoy (and so score highly) a musky, sweet, woody scent than I am a dry, chalky, floral scent. I am more likely to enjoy a fragrance that is complex and unfolds in different but coordinated directions, than a simple single scent. Indeed, it is complexity that appears to be the key to my highest rated incenses.
But it's each to their own. We all respond in different ways. Vive la diffรฉrence - it would be boring if we were all the same!
Purgatory
Sometimes I get enthusiastic and will put an incense in my top drawer World Class listing on just one or two burns, and there it stays. I am now using a Purgatory section where incenses that impress me are placed pending a re-burn after at least one month has passed. Also in here will be placed incenses that have been in the World Class listing for a year or more without a re-burn. After a re-burn, the incense will either be moved (back) into World Class or moved down into Heavenly (or lower, as appropriate).
New reviews (in?)
Damodaras Bhagwandas Sugandhi Agarwood (M) Feb 2024 (in) - Score: 48 |
Temple of Incense Oudh (M) Feb 2024 (in) - Score 47 |
Milo's Temple Maha Milo (M) Feb 2024 - Score: 45 |
Koya's Maya Supreme Sambrani Premium Incense Sticks June 2023 (in) - Score: 45 |
May 2025 (in) - Score: 45 |
Old reviews (out?)
Koya's Nirvana Premium Incense Sticks (M) Nov 2021 - Score: 48 |
Happy Hari Oudh Masala (M) Aug 2017 - Score: 48 |
March 2016 - Score: 48* |
HMS Pure Incense Connoisseur Nepal Musk (M) July 2017 - Score: 46 |
Gokula Gaura Radharani (M) Aug 2019 - Score: 46 |
Al Haramain Bukhoor Al Watani (M) March 2017 - Score: 45 |
Parimal Yatra Natural Incense Cones (D) Oct 2024 - Score: 45↑↑↓ |
Gokula Gopala Parvati (M) May 2013 - Score: 45 |
(M) = Masala
(P) = Perfumed
(PM) = Perfumed masala (the scent is a blend of perfume and/or essential oil with dried masala ingredients)
(D) = Dry dhoop
(D) = Dry dhoop
(WD) = Wet dhoop
(R) = Resin
(L) = Loose
↑ = Moved up after re-review
↓ = Moved down after re-review
= = Stayed in place after re-review
(R) = Resin
(L) = Loose
↑ = Moved up after re-review
↓ = Moved down after re-review
= = Stayed in place after re-review
* = Score over five years old, so may not be reliable
Discontinued = Vintage Incense - Not available under that brand name for over a year
Discontinued = Vintage Incense - Not available under that brand name for over a year
Something a Little Bit Special (40+)Heavenly Incense
Goloka Chandan Dhoop Cones (D - July 2016): 45↓* Gokula Goloka Supreme (M - Feb 2024): 45↑
Fumino Indian Spices (PM - April 2024): 45
Hari Darshan Sandalwood (M - Feb 2024): 44
Ansaam Incenses Mini Galaxy Sticks Arabesque (PM - April 2024): 44
Indian Incense Orkay Namaste India Nag Champa Natural Masala Incense (M - Nov 2023): 44
GP Industries Ruh Amber (M - April 2023): 44
GP Industries Ruh Amber (M - April 2023): 44
Gokula Gaura Aguru (M - May 2013): 44
HMS Gokula Gaura Absolute Hari Leela (M - Oct 2023): 44
HMS Bhagwan Incense Hari Leela Masala Incense (M - Oct 2023): 44
HMS Gokula Gaura Absolute Hari Leela (M - Oct 2023): 44
HMS Bhagwan Incense Hari Leela Masala Incense (M - Oct 2023): 44
Meena Perfumery Meena Supreme (M - Oct 2023): 44
GP Industries Pandhari (M - Aug 2023): 43
Amritha Gia (P - Sept 2024): 43
New Age Imports Artisan Five Elements Incense (M - Mar 2022): 41 Happy Hari Meena Supreme (M - Oct 2020): 44
Rasbihari Lal Absolute Amber (PM - Mar 2024): 43GP Industries Pandhari (M - Aug 2023): 43
Amritha Gia (P - Sept 2024): 43
Nandita Floral Valley Natural Incense (M - Dec 2022): 43
Shroff Suganda Bathi (PM - March 2022): 43
Ramakrishna's Kasturi Drop (PM - Jan 2023): 43
Aromatika Sacre Coeur Sandalwood (M - April 2019): 42
Vijayshree Golden Nag Palo Santo Masala Agarbathi (M - May 2024): 42
Vijayshree Golden Nag Palo Santo Masala Agarbathi (M - May 2024): 42
Gokula Prabhupada Special (M - July 2017): 42
Sai Handicrafts UK Gold Sandal (sticks) (M - Nov 2023): 42↑
Sai Handicrafts UK Gold Sandal (sticks) (M - Nov 2023): 42↑
Satya (BNG - post 2018) Myrrh (M - Sept 2021): 42↑
SamsaSpoon Homemade Indian Frankincense & Cardamom (D - April 2023): 42
Anand Mayur Flora Fluxo Bathi (M - Nov 2023): 42↓↓
New Age Black Copal (M - June 2024): 42
SamsaSpoon Homemade Indian Frankincense & Cardamom (D - April 2023): 42
Anand Mayur Flora Fluxo Bathi (M - Nov 2023): 42↓↓
New Age Black Copal (M - June 2024): 42
Vijayshree Golden Nag Chandan Masala Sandalwood Agarbathi (M - Nov 2022): 41
Vijayshree Golden Nag Champa Masala Cones (D - April 2018): 41↑
Ranga Rao Cycle Brand Woods Natural Incense (PM - July 2024): 41↑
Bhagvati Ppure Nagchampa (M - Dec 2018): 41
Vijayshree Golden Nag Champa Masala Cones (D - April 2018): 41↑
Ranga Rao Cycle Brand Woods Natural Incense (PM - July 2024): 41↑
Bhagvati Ppure Nagchampa (M - Dec 2018): 41
Shroff Holy Incense (M - June 2024): 41
Sai Handicrafts UK Hand Rolled Pitcholi (Dec 2023): 41
(Wonder Incense) New Moon Aromas Black Rose (PM - Oct 2024): 41↑
Om Brand Vedamrut Oudh Premium Incense Sticks (M - Oct 2023): 39
The Mother's India Fragrances Rishi (M): 39
Shroff Pearl (M - Jan 2020): 39
New Age Storax Balm (M - June 2024): 35
HEM Fruit Punch (P - Jan 2024): 29
SAC Camphor & Rock Salt Incense Sticks (P - Feb 2024): 28 Happy Hari / Cultures of Eden Dragons Blood Incense (M): 28 Cottage Industries Heritage No. 11 Mattipal (March 2023): 24
Cottage Industries Heritage No. 12 Jasmine (October 2023): 24
Satya Nag Champa Fresh Rose Dhoop Cones (D - Dec 2020): 40↑↑
Satya (Mumbai) Blessings (M - Nov 2019): 40=
Satya Natural (M - March 2017): 40
Satya (BNG - post 2018) White Sage (M - Jan 2020): 40
Happy Hari / Kings of Incense Queen of Lotus (M - Feb 2022): 40↓
Satya Natural (M - March 2017): 40
Satya (BNG - post 2018) White Sage (M - Jan 2020): 40
Happy Hari / Kings of Incense Queen of Lotus (M - Feb 2022): 40↓
Gokula Gopala Darshan Flora (M - May 2013): 40
Vijayshree Golden Nag Darshan cones (D - Jan 2024): 40
Vijayshree Golden Nag Darshan cones (D - Jan 2024): 40
Sai Handicrafts UK Hand Rolled Loban (Dec 2023): 40
Balaji Escentials Cinnamon (M - March 2024): 40 Balaji Pure Sandal Premium Dhoop Sticks (D - Sept 2023): 40
Aromatika Ace Scents Frankincense & Myrrh (M - May 2015): 40=
Hari Om Ganesh Arti Dhoop Bathi (M - Oct 2021): 40
Ranga Rao Manmohak Oudh (M - Sept 2023): 40↑
Bhagvati Ppure Nagchampa Black Opium (M - May 2017): 40
HEM Church Incense (M - Oct 2024): 40
Padmini Perfumed Dhoop Sticks (D - Feb 2022): 40↑
Bhagvati Ppure Nagchampa Black Opium (M - May 2017): 40
HEM Church Incense (M - Oct 2024): 40
Padmini Perfumed Dhoop Sticks (D - Feb 2022): 40↑
Padmini Clove Incense (Oct 2023): 40↓↑
Hari Darshan Tales of India Maharani Dream (M - Jan 2022): 40↑
Parimal Shubh Labh Vedanta incense Sticks (M - Oct 2021): 40
GR International Jasmine (cones) (P - April 2018): 40↓*
Decent Stuff (39-30)Enjoyable, decent quality scents; happy to burn in the house at any time.
Anand Unique Nag Champa (PM - Sept 2024): 39
Anand Saffron Sandal (M - Oct 2024): 39
Indian Incense Orkay Namaste India Myrrh Natural Masala Incense (M): 39
Nandita Laxmidevi (M): 39↓
Gokula Gauranga (M - Aug 2019): 39
Inca Aromas Pitanga (M - Oct 2024): 39
Inca Aromas Priprioca (M - May 2024): 39 Anand Saffron Sandal (M - Oct 2024): 39
Indian Incense Orkay Namaste India Myrrh Natural Masala Incense (M): 39
Nandita Laxmidevi (M): 39↓
Gokula Gauranga (M - Aug 2019): 39
Inca Aromas Pitanga (M - Oct 2024): 39
Goloka Nature's Rose (April 2023): 39↑↓
Goloka Reiki Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen / Timelessness (Jan 2024): 39=
Rathnams Tanjore Flexo Sticks (M - Sept 2021): 39
Nikhil's Sugandha Natural Incense Sticks (M): 39
Nikhil's Aaradhya Premium Incense (PM - Feb 2024): 39
Nikhil's Yagnik Natural Incense Sticks (M): 39
Gamta It Smells Like Miracle Majmua (PM - May 2024): 39
Nikhil's Aaradhya Premium Incense (PM - Feb 2024): 39
Nikhil's Yagnik Natural Incense Sticks (M): 39
Gamta It Smells Like Miracle Majmua (PM - May 2024): 39
(HMS) Pure Incense Oud Laos / Connoisseur Laos Agarwood (PM - March 2024): 39
Bhagwan Incense Spring Blossom Masala Incense (M): 39
Ranga Rao Cycle Pushkarini (M): 39 Bhagwan Incense Spring Blossom Masala Incense (M): 39
Om Brand Vedamrut Oudh Premium Incense Sticks (M - Oct 2023): 39
The Mother's India Fragrances Rishi (M): 39
Shroff Pearl (M - Jan 2020): 39
Shroff Orange Blossom (M - Jan 2020): 39
Vijayshree Golden Hit (M): 39
Vijayshree Golden Nag Temple Masala Agarbathi (M): 39
HEM Myrrh Masala (M - March 2022): 39
HEM Cinnamon Masala Incense (M - March 2022): 39
Vijayshree Golden Nag Temple Masala Agarbathi (M): 39
HEM Myrrh Masala (M - March 2022): 39
HEM Cinnamon Masala Incense (M - March 2022): 39
Veer Special Loban (P): 39
Sri Durga Perfumery Works (Ullas) Spiritual 7 Chakras (M - July 2018): 39 BIC Panchavati Golden Eagle Premium Hand Rolled Incense Sticks (P): 39
HMS Primo Chaitanya / Gaura Absolute Chaitanya / Gokula Mystic Champa (M - Feb 2024): 38
Vijayshree Golden Buddha (M): 38
Padma Antique Flora Bathi (M) :38↑
Om Brand Sweet Musk Incense Flora Sticks (M - Feb 2024): 38
Indian Incense Orkay Namaste India Buddha Natural Masala Incense (M): 38 Goloka Cucumber (M Feb 2024): 38↑
Elbenzauber Patchouli (Jan 2024): 38
R. Expo / Song of India Moksha Bliss (PM): 38 HMS Primo Chaitanya / Gaura Absolute Chaitanya / Gokula Mystic Champa (M - Feb 2024): 38
GR International Sandalo (P - Jan 2024): 38↓↓↑↑↓
SAC Atma Darshan Flora: 38=↑
Satya (BNG) Karma (M):38
Happy Hari's Nag Champa Gold (M): 38
Ramakrishna's Natural Handmade Incense Sticks Sandalwood (M - Feb 2024): 38 Ramakrishna's Natural Handmade Incense Sticks Black Current (M): 38
Ramakrishna's Natural Handmade Incense Sticks Sunset (M - Feb 2024): 38
Ramakrishna's Natural Handmade Incense Sticks Sunset (M - Feb 2024): 38
A. S. Agarbathi Works Ayurvedic Relaxation (M - April 2021): 38
Fumino Wormwood (PM - April 2024): 38
Fumino Wormwood (PM - April 2024): 38
HEM Champa Flower (M): 38↑
Shekhar's Natural Handmade Incense Sticks Nag Champa (PM): 38 Anand Gold (PM - Sept 2024): 38
Hari Om Tez (P): 38↑↓
Hari Om Lavender (P): 38*
Fiore D'Oriente Angels Gabriel (M): 38
Sage Spirit Blue Corn Flower (P): 38
Fiore D'Oriente Angels Gabriel (M): 38
Sage Spirit Blue Corn Flower (P): 38
Stamford Joss Styx Chakra Sahasrara Crown (M): 38
Bhagwan Incense Mango Masala Incense (M): 37
(HMS) Bhagwan Incense Patchouli (PM - March 2024): 37
Bhagwan Incense Mango Masala Incense (M): 37
(HMS) Bhagwan Incense Patchouli (PM - March 2024): 37
Gokula Floral Champa / Gaura Krishna Champa Sticks (M - Nov 2021): 37
Vivasvan Garden Fresh Pure Patchouli (M - Jan 2024): 37
Vijayshree Golden Nag Chandan Seven Chakra Masala Agarbathi (M): 37 Vivasvan Garden Fresh Pure Patchouli (M - Jan 2024): 37
A.S. Agarbathi Works Ayurvedic Agarwood (PM - Oct 2018): 37↑↓ [Average 37]
Satya (Mumbai) Patchouli Forest (M): 37↑↓
Auromere Sandalwood Purity (M): 37
Nandita Organic Cinnamon Premium Masala (PM - April 2024): 37
Anand Blue Moon Flora (M - Oct 2024): 37
Satya (Mumbai) Sunrise (M): 37↑
Satya (Original) Nag Champa Dhoop Cones (D - Dec 2021): 37↑
Sai Handicrafts UK Hand Rolled Agarwood (Jan 2024): 37 Shroff Mysore Musk (PM - June 2024): 37Auromere Sandalwood Purity (M): 37
Nandita Organic Cinnamon Premium Masala (PM - April 2024): 37
Anand Blue Moon Flora (M - Oct 2024): 37
Balarama Zam Zam Black Love (P - Jan 2022): 37↑
NKlaus Drei Konige (Three Kings) resin (R): 37
Happy Hari King of Amber (M): 37
Blue Pearl Lavender (P): 37 HEM Baby Powder (P - Oct 2024): 37↑
Parimal Cosmic Scents Floral Petals Natural Incense: 37
Om Sai Brand Vedamrut Saffron Sandal (M - Feb 2024): 37
Om Sai Brand Vedamrut Saffron Sandal (M - Feb 2024): 37
Om Sai Brand Trishala Patchouli (P - Feb 2024): 37
Damodhar Sri Sai Flora Fluxo Incense (M): 36↑
(HMS) Windrose Triloka Original Herbal Incense Hawaiian High (M - Jan 2020): 36
Rasbihari Lal Super Musk Hina (M - March 2024): 36
Om Sai's Trishala Heena Agarbatti (PM - Feb 2024): 36
Misbah's Arabian Oudh Premium Sticks (PM): 35
Rasbihari Lal Super Musk Hina (M - March 2024): 36
Om Sai's Trishala Heena Agarbatti (PM - Feb 2024): 36
Green Tree Palo Santo Incense Cones (PM - April 2021): 36
GR International Opium Incense Cones (P - May 2018): 36
Tulasi Moon Exotic Incense Sticks (P): 36
HEM Frankincense-Myrrh (P- Oct 2023): 36↑↓
HEM Cinnamon (P - Mar 2020): 36
HEM Good Fortune (P - Jan 2019*): 36Amritha Original (P - Aug 2024): 36
Sital 3 in 1 Masala: Ekagrata, Anusthan, Parikrama (Jan 2024): 36
Aasha Aromatics Rose Musk (P): 36
Satya Super Hit (M): 35
Satya Supreme: 35
Satya (Mumbai) Eastern Tantra (M): 35
Satya (BNG) Patchouli (M): 35
Satya (BNG - pre 2017) Namaste (M): 35
Satya Super Hit (M): 35
Satya Supreme: 35
Satya (Mumbai) Eastern Tantra (M): 35
Satya (BNG) Patchouli (M): 35
Satya (BNG - pre 2017) Namaste (M): 35
Satya (Mumbai) Fortune (P): 35↑
Bhagwan Incense Himalayan Musk Masala Incense (M): 35
Gokula Everest (M - Nov 2021): 35↓
Bhagwan Incense Himalayan Musk Masala Incense (M): 35
Gokula Everest (M - Nov 2021): 35↓
Gokula Connoisseur Quality Royal Tube Rose (M - Sept 2023): 35
Tulasi Nag Champa & Arruda Incense Sticks: 35 Misbah's Arabian Oudh Premium Sticks (PM): 35
Prabhuji's Gifts Root Chakra Muladhara (M): 35
Aromatika Ace Scents Musk (PM - April 2024): 35↑
Rasbihari Lal Special Radha Kasturi (M - Mar 2024): 35
Hari Om Panchamukhi: 35*Rasbihari Lal Special Radha Kasturi (M - Mar 2024): 35
Shanthimalai Nag Champa (M): 35Shroff Super Star (M - Jan 2022): 35
Shroff Green Durbar (M - Nov 2022): 35
Shroff Red Sandal (PM - July 2024): 35New Age Storax Balm (M - June 2024): 35
Moksh Swarna Divya Sugandh (Divine Fragrance) (P): 35↓
Moksh Swarna Sai Flora Batti (P): 35
Moksh Swarna Gulab (Gold Rose) (P): 35↑
Bhagvati Ppure Nagchampa Lavender: 35
Betco Hanuman: 35
Moksh Swarna Gulab (Gold Rose) (P): 35↑
Bhagvati Ppure Nagchampa Lavender: 35
Betco Hanuman: 35
Koya's Eva For Ever! Rose Premium Incense (P - July 2024): 35↑=
HEM Champa Black Natural Masala Incense (M - Oct 2024): 35
HEM Iris (P - June 2014): 35
HEM Champa Black Natural Masala Incense (M - Oct 2024): 35
HEM Iris (P - June 2014): 35
Balarama Mystic Incense Pink Sugar (P): 35
Balarama Zam Zam African Cush (P - Jan 2018): 35
Balarama Spiritual Sky Frankincense & Myrrh (P): 35
Regent House Angel Wings (P): 35
Goloka Nagchampa (May 2015): 35↓*
Goloka Nature's Parijatha (Feb 2017): 35*
Goloka Reiki Cho Ku Rei / Healing (July 2018): 35*
Balarama Zam Zam African Cush (P - Jan 2018): 35
Balarama Spiritual Sky Frankincense & Myrrh (P): 35
Regent House Angel Wings (P): 35
Goloka Nagchampa (May 2015): 35↓*
Goloka Nature's Parijatha (Feb 2017): 35*
Goloka Reiki Cho Ku Rei / Healing (July 2018): 35*
Goloka Church Mix Resin Incense (Oct 2023): 35
Goloka Sri Tulsi (Aug 2018): 35*
Nandita Wood Spice Incense Cones (M): 35
Goloka Sri Tulsi (Aug 2018): 35*
Nandita Wood Spice Incense Cones (M): 35
Sifcon 100 Sticks Cinnamon Cedarwood (P): 35↑↓↓
BIC 7 African Lions Premium Incense Sticks (P): 35
Elbenzauber Tallisin Krauter (Jan 2024): 35
Bosen Blessing Incense (D): 35
Aasha Aromatics Cannabis Orange (P): 35
The Indian Connection Nag Champa Gold (M): 35
Sri Durga Perfumery Works (Ullas) Spiritual Yoga (M - July 2018): 35
Elbenzauber Tallisin Krauter (Jan 2024): 35
Bosen Blessing Incense (D): 35
Aasha Aromatics Cannabis Orange (P): 35
The Indian Connection Nag Champa Gold (M): 35
Sri Durga Perfumery Works (Ullas) Spiritual Yoga (M - July 2018): 35
Ranga Rao Clove Brand Lotus (P): 35
Rango Rao Cycle Brand Vasu Kewda incense Sticks (P): 35
Bhagwan Incense Vanilla Joy (PM - May 2024): 33
BIC Panchavati Gajra (PM): 33
One Aromatics Vanilla (P -May 2018 ): 35↑
Tulasi Jasmine (P): 35↑
Tulasi Musk (P): 35↑
SAC Arcangel Gabriel Sandalo (Sandalwood - 7 Arcangels) (P): 35
Bimal (BAW) Shree Vitthal Flora Sticks (M): 34Tulasi Musk (P): 35↑
SAC Arcangel Gabriel Sandalo (Sandalwood - 7 Arcangels) (P): 35
Satya Super Hit (D): 34↑↓↑↑↓
Gokula Ananda Flora Fluxo (M - Feb 2024): 34
Gamta It Smells Like Authentic Agarwood (PM - May 2024): 34
Gamta It Smells Like Authentic Agarwood (PM - May 2024): 34
Goloka Nature's Jasmine (Oct 2023): 34↑
Sai Handicrafts UK Gold Sandal (dhoop) (D - Jan 2016): 34
A. S. Agarbathi Works Ayurvedic Stress Relief (M - Feb 2024): 34
Balaji Om Shree Sai Natural / Premium Incense Sticks (M - Mar 2024): 34↓↑
Balarama Zam Zam Ladies Night (P - Oct 2024): 34
Sai Handicrafts UK Gold Sandal (dhoop) (D - Jan 2016): 34
A. S. Agarbathi Works Ayurvedic Stress Relief (M - Feb 2024): 34
Balaji Om Shree Sai Natural / Premium Incense Sticks (M - Mar 2024): 34↓↑
Balarama Zam Zam Ladies Night (P - Oct 2024): 34
Aromatika Ace Scents Rose (P - April 2024): 34
Aromatika Ace Scents Dragon Blood (P - Mar 2024): 34↓
Matchless Gifts Escential Essences Amber Flame (P - May 2024): 34
Padmini Gold Statue: 34
HEM Patchouli Masala incense (PM - Oct 2024): 34
Matchless Gifts Escential Essences Amber Flame (P - May 2024): 34
Padmini Gold Statue: 34
HEM Patchouli Masala incense (PM - Oct 2024): 34
Heera Pure Chandan (M): 34
Hari Om Fluxo Incense (M): 34*
Goloka Nature's Nest (April 2023): 33↑
Goloka Reiki Sei Hei Ki / Purification (July 2018): 33*
Hari Om Bhakti (M): 33↑
Gokula Vrindavan Supreme (M): 33
MDPH Fleur De Vie White Lotus Premium Incense Sticks (M - June 2023): 33 Goloka Reiki Sei Hei Ki / Purification (July 2018): 33*
Hari Om Bhakti (M): 33↑
Gokula Vrindavan Supreme (M): 33
Bhagwan Incense Vanilla Joy (PM - May 2024): 33
Thurga's (SunRayn) Paavai Vilakku Incense Sticks (P - Mar 2023): 33
Satya (Mumbai) Sandalwood (M): 33↑
Satya (BNG) Positive Vibes (M): 33
Green Tree Shambhala Path (M): 33
Ullas Black Nagchampa (M - Feb 2024): 33 Ullas DaDa Meditation Premium Masala Incense (M - Feb 2024): 33
Vinasons (VNS) Lavender (PM): 33
Shroff White Sandal (PM - July 2024): 33↑
Shroff Amber Rose (PM - July 2024): 33
Koya's Intimate Premium incense Sticks (P): 33=
HEM The Sun (P - June 2024): 33
Koya's Intimate Premium incense Sticks (P): 33=
HEM The Sun (P - June 2024): 33
HEM Soham Mogra (D - Aug 2019): 33
HEM Precious Chandan Cones (P - Jan 2019): 33*
HEM Frankincense Incense Cones (P - Dec 2020): 33
Fair Trade Om Nagchampa (PM - April 2022): 33
Bloome Incense Garden Strawberries (P - April 2016): 33*
GR International Fengshui Earth (P - Jan 2014): 33*
Moksh Akash Phool (P - July 2013): 33*
Moksh Swarna RajaniGandha (Tuberose) (P - Dec 2018): 33*
Nitiraj Red Nag Champa (M - Aug 2013): 33*
Mahendra Bhajan (P - July 2014): 33
GR International Fengshui Earth (P - Jan 2014): 33*
Moksh Akash Phool (P - July 2013): 33*
Moksh Swarna RajaniGandha (Tuberose) (P - Dec 2018): 33*
Nitiraj Red Nag Champa (M - Aug 2013): 33*
Mahendra Bhajan (P - July 2014): 33
Kailapira Badrinath Premium Dhoopsticks (D - July 2023): 33
One Aromatics Ambrosia (P -May 2018): 33↑
Sai Handicrafts UK Masala (Jan 2024): 33 Sai Handicrafts UK Hand Rolled Jumbo Sandalwood (Heritage) (Jan 2024): 33
Nandita Organic Nag Champa (May 2015): 33*
Tulasi Sandalwood Masala Incense (PM - March 2024): 33↑
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar White Linen (P - Jan 2018): 33
Koya's Oudh Premium Incense Sticks (M): 32
Tulasi Sandalwood Masala Incense (PM - March 2024): 33↑
Tulasi Patchouli Masala Incense (M): 33
Tulasi Chocolate (P): 33
Gonesh Extra Rich Nag Champa (P - May 2024): 33 Balarama Moroccan Bazaar White Linen (P - Jan 2018): 33
Koya's Oudh Premium Incense Sticks (M): 32
Ramakrishna's Nag Champa (M): 32
Goloka Goodearth Agarwood Masala Incense (Jan 2024): 32
Sifcon 100 Incense Sticks Vanilla Frost (P): 32↓
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Rose (P - Mar 2024): 32
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Rose (P - Mar 2024): 32
GR International Eucalyptus: 32
GR International Fengshui Metal: 32
Satya/Stamford (2014) Knowledge (M): 32
Stamford Earth Angel: 32*
Elbenzauber Lugnasad-Blรผten (Jan 2024): 32
GR International Fengshui Metal: 32
Satya/Stamford (2014) Knowledge (M): 32
Stamford Earth Angel: 32*
Elbenzauber Lugnasad-Blรผten (Jan 2024): 32
Ekom Kasturi (P): 32
Vinasons VNS Musk Oudh (PM): 32
Gokula Incense Agarwood & Musk (M - Feb 2024): 32↓↑
Radha Rasabihari Incense Sticks sold by Gokula (M - Mar 2024): 32↓
Gamta It Smells Like Heritage Heena (PM - May 2024): 32
Nandita Fruit Blast Premium Masala Incense (PM - Feb 2024): 32
Gamta It Smells Like Heritage Heena (PM - May 2024): 32
Nandita Fruit Blast Premium Masala Incense (PM - Feb 2024): 32
SAC Champa: 32
Deepika Black Opium Masala Cones (P - July 2022): 32Incensum Benzoin (M): 32
Om Brand Vedamrut Nargis Premium Incense Sticks (PM): 32 Aromatika Benzoin incense Cones (P): 32
Hari Darshan Rasta Incense Cones (P): 32 Happy Hari King of Sandalwood (M): 31↓
HMS Classic Patchouli / Blue Pearl Patchouli (PM - Feb 2024): 31↓
Stamford Mythical Range Incense Unicorn's Grace (P - May 2024): 31↓
Radha Madhav Tulsi / Vrinda Chandan (M - Nov 2021): 31
Radha Madhav Sandal Supreme (M - Feb 2024): 31 Auromere Kasturi Aspiration (M): 31
Bhagwan Incense White Sage (M - May 2024): 31
Ullas Patil's Traditions of India Premium Flora Bathi (PM - Oct 2024): 31
Siro Yellow Sandalwood (P - Feb 2024): 31
Darshan Kanishka (Vanilla) (P - May 2015): Score 31↑*
Bhagwan Incense White Sage (M - May 2024): 31
Ullas Patil's Traditions of India Premium Flora Bathi (PM - Oct 2024): 31
Siro Yellow Sandalwood (P - Feb 2024): 31
Darshan Kanishka (Vanilla) (P - May 2015): Score 31↑*
Sifcon Patchouli Incense Sticks (P): 31
NYTEC Mausum Patchouli Incense Sticks (P): 31
Balaji Chandan (PM): 31↑
Gamta It Smells Like Saffron Sandal (PM - May 2024): 31
Fumino Autumn Breeze (PM - April 2024): 31
Fumino Black Opium Premium Incense Cones (PM - Oct 2024): 31
Fumino Autumn Breeze (PM - April 2024): 31
Fumino Black Opium Premium Incense Cones (PM - Oct 2024): 31
Betco Bouquet (P - March 2015): 31*
Joie Sea Breeze (P - April 2015): 31*
Nandi's Madhu Mallika (PM - April 2014): 31*
Hari Om Divine Incense Gulab (July 2018): 31↑*
HEM Lilac (P - May 2024): 31
Joie Sea Breeze (P - April 2015): 31*
Nandi's Madhu Mallika (PM - April 2014): 31*
Hari Om Divine Incense Gulab (July 2018): 31↑*
HEM Lilac (P - May 2024): 31
HEM Precious Mogra (P - July 2014*): 31
HEM Myrrh Incense Cones (P - Jan 2019*): 31
Balarama Red Dragon Incense Tibetan Musk (P -June 2015): 31*
(Mahendra) Ancient Wisdom Freedom Nag Champa (P): 31*
GR International Lotus Incense Cones (P): 31
Green Tree Vajrayana Buddhist Tantra Incense Cones (P): 31
Vinasons (VNS) Kesar Gulab (PM): 31 (Mahendra) Ancient Wisdom Freedom Nag Champa (P): 31*
GR International Lotus Incense Cones (P): 31
Green Tree Vajrayana Buddhist Tantra Incense Cones (P): 31
Hari Darshan Vanilla Incense Cones (P): 31↑
Hari Darshan Lavender (P): 31
Nandita Royal Attar Classic & Elegant Premium Masala Incense (PM): 31
Nandita Royal Attar Classic & Elegant Premium Masala Incense (PM): 31
Goloka Divine (July 2018): 30*
Goloka Aromatherapy Nutmeg (Sept 2018): 30*
Happy Hari Vrindavan Flowers (M): 30
Gokula Gaura Rose Supreme (M - July 2017): 30
Gokula Vrindavan Flower (M - June 2018): 30
Goloka Aromatherapy Nutmeg (Sept 2018): 30*
Happy Hari Vrindavan Flowers (M): 30
Gokula Gaura Rose Supreme (M - July 2017): 30
Gokula Vrindavan Flower (M - June 2018): 30
Gokula Connoisseur Tulsi Vrinda (M - Feb 2024): 30
HMS Pure Incense The Classic Range Frankincense (M - March 2021): 30
Damodaras Bhagwandas Sugandhi Special Chandan (M - Feb 2024): 30Ramakrishna's Orange (M): 30
Fair Trade/Bombay Om Amber (PM): 30↑ Sagun Radhe Shyam Flora Bathi (M - Oct 2021): 30
Milo's Temple Agar Wood (M - Feb 2024): 30
Flourish Fragrance Bilvapatra (PM - May 2024): 30
HEM Silver Rain (P - July 2024): 30
HEM The Star (P - June 2024): 30
Hari Darshan Tribal Soul Myrrh (M - Oct 2024): 30=↑
HTC (Haria Trading Co.) Chandan Dhoop Sticks (D): 30
Shroff 505 Amber 1882 (PM - June 2024): 30
Shroff Pavitram (PM - June 2024): 30
Shroff 505 Amber 1882 (PM - June 2024): 30
Shroff Pavitram (PM - June 2024): 30
Sifcon 100 Incense Sticks With Holder Gingerbread Latte (P): 30↓
Stamford Midnight Calm (by Satya): 30↓*
Stamford Midnight Calm (by Satya): 30↓*
Stamford Dragon's Fire sticks (P - Sept 2016): 30*
Stamford Jasmine (cones): 30
Stamford Mythical Range Werewolf's Bite (P - May 2024): 30↓
Stamford Jasmine (cones): 30
Stamford Mythical Range Werewolf's Bite (P - May 2024): 30↓
Thurga's SunRayn Parrot Incense Sticks (P - March 2024): 30
GR International Tangerine (P): 30
SAC Rose: 30
Satya (BNG - Earth) White Sage Dhoop Cones (D): 30Satya (Original) Aastha (M): 30
Ekom Woody: 30 HEM Silver Rain (P - July 2024): 30
HEM The Star (P - June 2024): 30
Aravinda's Mogra (P): 30=
Betco Saraswathi (P): 30
Veer Special 3 in 1 (P): 30
Sifcon Ancient Yoga Variety Pack (P): 30
Sifcon 100 Sticks Tuberose Gardenia (P): 30
Veer Special 3 in 1 (P): 30
Sifcon Ancient Yoga Variety Pack (P): 30
Sifcon 100 Sticks Tuberose Gardenia (P): 30
Hari Darshan Myrrh Incense Cones (P): 30
Krishan Dark Chocolate: 30
Krishan Chandan: 30
Krishan Drakkar Noir (P): 30
Aasha Aromatics Patchouli (P): 30
Hari Om Rajanigandha (P): 30*
Hari Om The Club (P): 30*
Krishan Dark Chocolate: 30
Krishan Chandan: 30
Krishan Drakkar Noir (P): 30
Aasha Aromatics Patchouli (P): 30
Hari Om Rajanigandha (P): 30*
Hari Om The Club (P): 30*
Hari Om Sambrini (P): 30*↓
Koya's Eva Sandal Premium Incense (P - July 2022): 30
Tulasi Sage (P - June 2018): 30↑
Metro Three in one (P): 30
One Aromatics Cedarwood (P - June 2018): 30↑
Betco Rose (P): 30
Pan Aroma Sandalwood (P): 30
Ranga Rao Flute Thousand Flowers (P): 30
Match Incense: Daisy, Kiwi, & Pineapple (P): 30
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar Cherry (P): 30
Knox Weihrauch-Myrrhe Rรคucherkerzen (P): 30
Patanjali Aastha Agarbatti Tathastu (P): 30↑ Metro Three in one (P): 30
One Aromatics Cedarwood (P - June 2018): 30↑
Betco Rose (P): 30
Pan Aroma Sandalwood (P): 30
Ranga Rao Flute Thousand Flowers (P): 30
Match Incense: Daisy, Kiwi, & Pineapple (P): 30
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar Cherry (P): 30
Knox Weihrauch-Myrrhe Rรคucherkerzen (P): 30
Hari Darshan Tribal Soul Myrrh (M - Oct 2024): 30=↑
New Moon Aromas Pagan Spell (M): 30↓↑
Modest Everyday or Average Incense (29-20)
Possibly a fragrance that doesn't impress enough to buy again, but not unpleasant
Useful in the outhouse or as a casual everyday in the house
HEM Lime Lemon (P - May 2024): 29
MDPH Fleur De Vie Holy Temple (PM - Oct 2024): 29
MDPH Zed Black Premium Sandal Agarbatti (M - Oct 2023): 29
MDPH Fleur De Vie Holy Temple (PM - Oct 2024): 29
MDPH Zed Black Premium Sandal Agarbatti (M - Oct 2023): 29
Koya's Shanthi Nivas Premium Incense (PM - Feb 2024): 29↑
Baieido Kobunboku Regular - Plum Blossom (D - Feb 2023): 29↓↓
Fumino Cinnamon Apple Clove (PM - April 2024): 29
Heera Sai Baba Nag Champa Premium Masala Incense (PM): 29 Fumino Cinnamon Apple Clove (PM - April 2024): 29
Nandita Organic Myrrh Premium Masala Incense (PM - Feb 2024): 29↓
Aravinda Sugandha Shringar: 29↓↑
Heera Vedic Havan Incense Cones (D): 29
Vinasons (VNS) Yellow Champa (M - Aug 2023): 29
Vinasons (VNS) Patchouli Neo (PM - March 2024): 29
Vinasons (VNS) Yellow Champa (M - Aug 2023): 29
Vinasons (VNS) Patchouli Neo (PM - March 2024): 29
Fair Trade Om Amber (PM): 29
Moksh Lucky Kewda (P): 29
Padmini Brindavan Sandal: 29
Mysore Sughandi Gateway of India: 29
Stamford Mythical Range Angel's Touch (P): 29↓
Stamford Aloe Vera Incense Cones (P): 29
SAC Patchouli: 29
Padmini Brindavan Sandal: 29
Mysore Sughandi Gateway of India: 29
Stamford Mythical Range Angel's Touch (P): 29↓
Stamford Aloe Vera Incense Cones (P): 29
SAC Patchouli: 29
Temple of Incense Indian Rose (P): 29
HMS Gokula Sandalwood&Vanilla/Primo/Gaura/Dhupa Sandalwood (M - Feb 2024): 28
The Mother's India Fragrances Oudh (Jan 2024): 28
Ranga Rao Cycle Brand Lia Samtrupti (P): 28 Veer Madhur (P): 29
Veer Fresh & Fresh (P): 29
Radha Madhav Radha Madhav (M - Nov 2021): 29
Radha Madhav Nag Champa (M - Dec 2022): 29
Jaycia Passion Spicy Wood (P): 29↑
Deepika White Sage Masala Cones (P): 29
GR International Strawberry (P - Jan 2014): 32 29*
Sifcon Green Tea & Bergamot Incense Cones (P): 29
HMS Primo Agarwood / Gaura Absolute Agarwood (M - Feb 2024): 28 Sifcon Green Tea & Bergamot Incense Cones (P): 29
Amritha Lavender (P - Aug 2024): 28
HMS Bhagwan Incense Lavender Bliss Masala Incense (P - Nov 2023): 28 HMS Gokula Sandalwood&Vanilla/Primo/Gaura/Dhupa Sandalwood (M - Feb 2024): 28
Elbenzauber Mattipal (Jan 2024): 28
Sagun Sainath Flora Bathi (M - Sept 2021): 28
Gamta It Smells Like Saffron Rose (PM - May 2024): 28
Golden Tree Temple Blend (M): 28↓
Gokula Oud Pure Vietnamese Agarwood Connoisseur (P - Aug 2023): 28 The Mother's India Fragrances Oudh (Jan 2024): 28
Shoyeido Daily Incense Haku-un (White Cloud) (D - March 2023): 28 Shroff Amber 707 (M - Jan 2022): 28
Temple of Incense Rose Absolute (M): 28 Nikhils Kohinoor Incense Sticks (P): 28
Balaji Gem Premium Fragrance Sticks (P): 28↑
Hari Darshan Hindu Gods Gift Pack (P): 28↑
Hari Darshan Native Soul Holy Smoke (PM): 28
Hari Darshan Red Apple Cinnamon (P): 28
Aravinda's Duva Gold (P): 28↓
Veer Kesar Chandan (P): 28*
Satya (Mumbai) Celestial (M): 28
Satya (BNG) Dragon's Blood (M): 28
Satya (BNG) Yoga Series Meditation (M - Mar 2024): 28
Phool Luxury Incense Cones Lavender (April 2024): 28
GR International Greenapple cones: 28
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar Woodland (P - Oct 2024): 28
Satya (BNG) Yoga Series Meditation (M - Mar 2024): 28
Phool Luxury Incense Cones Lavender (April 2024): 28
GR International Greenapple cones: 28
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar Woodland (P - Oct 2024): 28
Goloka Oud (Nov 2022): 28
Goloka Blessings Incense Courage (Jan 2019): 28
Goloka Nature's Patchouli (Feb 2022): 28 Dawn of Time Frankincense & Myrrh: 28
Om Brand Trishala Chandan Premium Incense Sticks (P - Feb 2024): 28
Om Brand Trishala Chandan Premium Incense Sticks (P - Feb 2024): 28
Nippon Kodo Morning Star Cedarwood (P - Sept 2021): 28↑↓
Nippon Kodo Morning Star Myrrh (P - Feb 2023): 28
SAC Arruda Cinnamon Incense Sticks (P - Nov 2022): 28
HEM Vanilla Incense Cones (P - Jan 2019*): 28
Tulasi Lily Of The Valley (P): 28
K.V. Exports Supreme Krishna Incense Sticks Strawberry (P - Nov 2023): 28↑
Koya's Nexa Premium Incense (P - Oct 2023): 28↑
Koya's Wild Stone Premium Incense Sticks (P - Sept 2023): 28 BIC Panchavati Black Musk Premium Incense Sticks (Jan 2024): 28
BIC Million Dollar Masala Incense Sticks (PM - Feb 2024): 28 BIC Almรญscar (Musk) (P): 28
HEM Lemongrass (P - May 2024): 27
Balaji Musk (P): 28
Balaji Royal Bengal Premium Incense Sticks (P): 28 Om Sai's Vithoba Flora Sticks (M - March 2024): 27 HEM Lemongrass (P - May 2024): 27
B.G Pooja Store Natural Bathi (PM): 27
Goloka Oud incense cones (Jan 2024): 27
Goloka Nature's Sandalwood (Jan 2024): 27
Goloka Tree of Life Natural Incense Cones (Jan 2024): 27 Satya (Mumbai 2015) Rain Forest (Jan 2024): 27
Satya (BNG - Earth) Dragon's Blood Dhoop Cones (D): 27
Vedavyasa Parimala Works Sree Chamundeshwari Perfume Dhoop Cones (D - Oct 2024): 27
Vedavyasa Parimala Works Sree Chamundeshwari Perfume Dhoop Cones (D - Oct 2024): 27
Shoyeido Daily Incense Kin-kaku (Golden Pavilion) (P - Dec 2023): 27↓
Fair Trade Om Exotic (M): 27
Tulasi Agarwood Exotic Incense Sticks (P): 27
Tulasi Violet Floral Incense Sticks (P - Jan 2024): 27
Tulasi Violet Floral Incense Sticks (P - Jan 2024): 27
Hari Om Mangala Jyothi 3 in 1 (M): 27↑↓
Hari Om Lovely (P): 27↑↓
Ganesha Gardenia: 27
Ranga Rao Cycle Heritage Warli (PM): 27
Satya/Stamford (2014) Meditating Shiva (PM): 27
Stamford Mythical Range Mermaid's Love (P - May 2024): 27↓
Koya's Malabar Sugandh (P - March 2022): 27 Stamford Mythical Range Mermaid's Love (P - May 2024): 27↓
Koya's Pineapple Premium Incense Sticks (P - March 2022): 27↑
Siro Ancient Oodh (P - March 2024): 27
Patanjali Aastha Agarbatti Jasmine (P): 27↑↑
Jaycia Passion Honey Suckle (P): 27
SAC Chandan Incense Sticks (Jan 2024): 27Aromatika Ace Scents White Sage (P - Mar 2024): 27Nandita Mantra Meditation Cones (D): 27 Mahendra Arora (P - Oct 2024): 23=↓↓ [Average 27]
Shoyeido Magnifiscents Gems/Jewels Sampler (P - Jan 2023): 26
Shoyeido Magnifiscents Gems/Jewels Sampler (P - Jan 2023): 26
Surya Sampler Darbari (PM): 26
Nippon Kodo Morning Star Mimosa (P - Feb 2023): 26HMS Primo Incense Nepal Musk (M - July 2017): 26
HEM Blueberry (P - May 2024): 26
HEM Dragon's Blood (P - May 2015*): 26
HEM Lotus Incense Cones (P - Mar 2019*): 26
Balaji Bindu Premium Incense Sticks (P): 26
Amritha Jasmine (P - Aug 2024): 26
Flourish Fragrance Indian Kasturi Natural Incense (PM - May 2024): 26
Aravinda's Sandal (P): 26 Amritha Jasmine (P - Aug 2024): 26
Flourish Fragrance Indian Kasturi Natural Incense (PM - May 2024): 26
Aravinda's Parijata (P): 26↓
Gokula Meditation Natural Ayurvedic Incense Dammar (M - June 2023): 26
Gokula Meditation Natural Ayurvedic Incense Dammar (M - June 2023): 26
Deepika Sandalwood Masala Cones (P) Score: 26
OPM Gopuram 3G (P): 26 Phool Luxury Incense Cones Jasmine (Nov 2013): 26
Padma Store Happy Hari Queen of Roses (Sept 2023): 25 Rasbihari Lal & Sons Super Narasimha (M): 25
Eyes Of the Lord Buddha Pancha Buddha Incense Sticks (M - Sept 2023): 25 Aravinda's Sugandha Shringar Gold (P): 25↓
Radha Madhav Pushpanjali (M - Nov 2021): 25
Radha Madhav Jagannath (M - Nov 2021): 25 Eyes Of The Lord Buddha Royal Nepal Incense Sticks (M - Aug 2023): 25 Parimal Golden Oudh Premium Incense Sticks (P): 25
HEM Red Apple (P - July 2024): 25
HEM Cannabis Incense Cones (P - Mar 2019*): 25
HEM Cherry Jasmine (P - May 2024): 25
HEM Everest (P - May 2024): 25
HEM Cherry Jasmine (P - May 2024): 25
HEM Everest (P - May 2024): 25
Hari Darshan Black Sandal Incense Cones (P): 25
Thurga's SunRayn Kalam Incense Sticks (P - Oct 2023): 25 Padmini Spiritual Guide (P): 25↓
Fair Trade Om Temple (M): 25
New Moon Aromas Shree Musk Premium Masala Incense (PM): 25 BIC Jasmim (P): 25
SAC Lavender (P): 25
SAC Sandalwood (masala): 25
SAC Arcangel Jofiel (Mil Flores - 7 Arcangels) (P): 25
SAC San Miguel Arcangel (Arruda - 7 Arcangels) (P): 25
Aravinda's Lavander (P): 25 SAC Sandalwood (masala): 25
SAC Arcangel Jofiel (Mil Flores - 7 Arcangels) (P): 25
SAC San Miguel Arcangel (Arruda - 7 Arcangels) (P): 25
Satya/Stamford (2014) Laxmi's Lotus (PM): 25
Satya/Stamford (Mumbai 2014) Enlightenment (Jan 2024): 25
Satya/Stamford (Mumbai 2014) Intuition (Feb 2024): 25 Prabhuji's Gifts Ajna Chakra Third Eye Jasmine & Tulasi (M): 25
Phool Luxury Incense Sticks - Tulsi (PM - July 2024): 25Emporium Dream Catcher Magnolia (P - April 2015): 25 (out of business)
Asoka Love in Life Incense Sticks Jasmine: 25
Joie Peach: 25
Gokula Connoisseur Chocolate & Vanilla / Gaura Chocolate Supreme (M - Nov 2021): 24 Satya/Stamford (Mumbai 2014) Enlightenment (Jan 2024): 25
Satya/Stamford (Mumbai 2014) Intuition (Feb 2024): 25 Prabhuji's Gifts Ajna Chakra Third Eye Jasmine & Tulasi (M): 25
Phool Luxury Incense Sticks - Tulsi (PM - July 2024): 25
Ramakrishna's Vasundara (PM): 25
Flourish Fragrance Dhyanam (M - May 2024): 25 Auroshika Frankincense: 25
Elements Anne Stokes Collection: Dragonkin (P): 25
Emporium Impressions Gift Pack: (P - May 2015): 25 (out of business)
Elements Anne Stokes Collection: Dragonkin (P): 25
Asoka Love in Life Incense Sticks Jasmine: 25
Joie Peach: 25
Moksh Swarna Kasturi (Musk) (P): 25↓
Balarama Spiritual Sky Frankincense: 25
Golden Dragon: 25
Pallava Images: 25
Cottage Industries Heritage No. 16 Amber (March 2023): 25
Emporium Christmas Time incense (P - Aug 2013): 25 (out of business)
Balarama Spiritual Sky Frankincense: 25
Golden Dragon: 25
Pallava Images: 25
Cottage Industries Heritage No. 16 Amber (March 2023): 25
Aasha Aromatics Dragons Blood (P): 25
Aromatika Spiritual Love Incense Cones (P): 25 Cottage Industries Heritage No. 12 Jasmine (October 2023): 24
Radha Madhav Lavender (M - Feb 2024): 24
Green Tree Angel Dust Incense Cones (Jan 2024): 24Green Tree Hand of Fatima Premium Masala Sticks (M): 24
Fair Trade Nitiraj Premium Frankincense Natural Incense Sticks (M): 23 (Auroville) Meadows Natural Incense Mini Fan Pack (P): 24
Balaji Rose Incense Sticks (P - Mar 2024): 24(Mahendra) Ancient Wisdom Freedom Serenity (P): 24
SifCon Pixies Dance (P): 24
Stamford Mythical Range Witches' Curse (P - May 2024): 24↓
HEM Cinnamon-Apple (P - May 2024): 24↓
Ispalla Incense Peru Palo Santo & Myrrh (M - Feb 2024): 24
Aromatika Rose Incense Cones (Feb 2021): 24
Aromatika Dragons Blood Incense Cones (Feb 2021): 24
Balaji Bel Phool Premium Incense Sticks (P - Feb 2024): 24
Ispalla Incense Peru Palo Santo & Myrrh (M - Feb 2024): 24
Aromatika Rose Incense Cones (Feb 2021): 24
Aromatika Dragons Blood Incense Cones (Feb 2021): 24
Balaji Bel Phool Premium Incense Sticks (P - Feb 2024): 24
Balaji Rajnigandha Incense Sticks (P): 24↓
Balaji Holiday Premium Incense Sticks (P - Feb 2024): 24 Balaji Rose Incense Sticks (P - Mar 2024): 24
Amritha Green (P - Aug 2024): 24
GR International Lavender (cones): 24
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar Cinnamon (P): 24
Balarama Tangy Gifts Love Me (P - Oct 2024): 24
One Aromatics Lemongrass (P - June 2017): 24
Pal-Ji Frenk Insence (P): 24
Sifcon Earl Grey & Lotus Flower Incense Cones (P): 24
Forest Fragrance Black Forest Incense Sticks (P): 24 GR International Lavender (cones): 24
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar Cinnamon (P): 24
Balarama Tangy Gifts Love Me (P - Oct 2024): 24
One Aromatics Lemongrass (P - June 2017): 24
Pal-Ji Frenk Insence (P): 24
Sifcon Earl Grey & Lotus Flower Incense Cones (P): 24
Cottage Industries No. 14 Sandalwood (Jan 2022): 23
Cottage Industries Festive Deluxe Amber Incense Sticks (March 2023): 23↓
Cottage Industries Dance of Shiva (PM): 23
Koya's Bajrangi Darshan Premium Incense Sticks (M - Jan 2022): 23 Nippon Kodo Mainichi-koh Sandalwood (P - Feb 2023): 23↓=
HEM Cinnamon Incense Cones (P - Jan 2019*): 23
Ekom Patchouli (Oct 2023): 23
BIC Magic Egipcia (Egyptian Magic) (P): 23
BIC Strawberry Incense (P - March 2023): 23
BIC Magic Egipcia (Egyptian Magic) (P): 23
BIC Strawberry Incense (P - March 2023): 23
Deepika Dragon Blood Masala Cones (P): 23ITC Mangaldeep (CRS Agarbathies) Treya Power of 3-in-1 (P): 21
Om Brand Trishala Gulab Incense Sticks (P - Feb 2024): 20Tulasi White Rose Floral Incense Sticks (P - Jan 2024): 20 HEM Lemon (P - May 2024): 18
HEM Gold Silver (P - June 2024): 18
Elbee Traders Sai Deva Spiritual Incense Cones (P):14
Hari Darshan Cool Water Incense Cones (P): 23
Metro Lavender (P - Feb 2024): 23↑
Mahendra Gulabi Collection Rose (P - July 2018): 23
Balaji Chandan Incense Sticks (P): 23 Metro Lavender (P - Feb 2024): 23↑
Darshan Arruda: 23
GR International Rose (P - April 2013): 23
Phool Luxury Incense Cones Nagchampa (Nov 2013): 23 Pan Aroma Incense Sticks (P - May 2013): 23
Harmony Musk: 23
Joie Green Apple (P): 23
Wild Berry Shorties Fairy Dust (P): 23
Wild Berry Champa Flower cones (P): 23 Ganesha Amber: 23
Elements Angel of Love (P): 23
Tulasi Aphrodesia (P): 23
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Raatrami (P - Feb 2024): 23
Match Incense Vanilla cones (P): 23
GR Musk Incense Cones (P): 23
Hari Om Black Current (P): 23*↑↓
Mahendra Gulabi Collection Lavender (P): 23Elements Angel of Love (P): 23
Tulasi Aphrodesia (P): 23
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Raatrami (P - Feb 2024): 23
Match Incense Vanilla cones (P): 23
GR Musk Incense Cones (P): 23
Hari Om Black Current (P): 23*↑↓
Mahendra Gulabi Collection Rose (P - July 2018): 23
Mahendra Gulabi (P - June 2018): 23↑
Padmini Cinnamon Incense (P): 23↑
NYTEC Mausum Meditation Incense Sticks (P): 23 Pal-Ji Honey Suckle (P): 23↑
Balaji Golden Flora Natural Incense Sticks (M): 22 Shoyeido Daigen-Koh (Great Origin) (D - Jan 2022): 22↑
Padmini Vanilla Incense Sticks (P): 22
Elements Lavender (P): 22 Dr. Jieer Incense Cone All Handmade 6 Color (P): 22
Asoka Love in Life Rose (P): 22
BIC Coco (P): 22
Hari Darshan Noor Oud Crystal (PM): 22
Patanjali Aastha Agarbatti Pooja (P): 22+Amrutha Shahi Gulab (P - Feb 2024): 22↓
HEM Coconut Incense Cones (P - Mar 2019* ): 22↑
Auroshikha True to Nature Incense - five scents plus one (P): 22↑
Jin Wan Lai Wealth Offering: 22
Moksh Swarna Chandan (P): 22↑
Cottage Industries Call of Krishna (March 2023): 22Jin Wan Lai Wealth Offering: 22
Moksh Swarna Chandan (P): 22↑
SHHT GmbH Incense Cones (8 Packs of 15 Cones with Holders) (P): 22
Misbah's Natural Loban Candy Agarbathi Benzoin (21)
Misbah's Natural Loban Candy Agarbathi Benzoin (21)
Fair Trade Om Frankincense (M): 21
Fair Trade Nitiraj Green Champa (M): 21 Stamford Mythical Range Goblin's Lair (P - May 2024): 21↓↓
Stamford Mythical Range Dragon's Fire cones (P - May 2024): 21↓
Haria Jasmine Premium Dhoop Sticks (D): 21 Ancient Wisdom Bulk/Loose Incense (assorted fragrances) (P - Dec 2023): 21 Padmini Yellow Rose (P): 21
Deepika Palo Santo Masala Cones (P): 21
Ispalla Incense Peru Palo Santo & Rosemary (P - Feb 2024): 21
SAC Musk (P - Jan 2024): 21Ispalla Incense Peru Palo Santo & Rosemary (P - Feb 2024): 21
HEM Anti-Stress Incense Cones (P - Mar 2019*): 21
Om Brand Trishala Silver Coin Agarbatti (P - Feb 2024): 21
Balaji Heroes of India Patriot Edition (P): 21
The Incense Sampler African Goddess (P - Oct 2024): 21↓
The Incense Sampler African Goddess (P - Oct 2024): 21↓
Tulasi Coffee (P): 21↓↑
Hari Om Sugandha Mala (P): 21↓
Fumino Coco Cinnamon (PM - April 2024): 20 Ranga Rao Cycle Brand Lia Chandanam (P - Feb 2024): 20
Phool Luxury Incense Cones Indian Rose (Sept 2013): 20
Matchless Gifts Escential Essences Paris Cafe (P - May 2024): 20 Cottage Industries Sandhya Pooja (P): 20
Matchless Gifts Escential Essences Paris Cafe (P - May 2024): 20 Cottage Industries Sandhya Pooja (P): 20
Sifcon Golden Buddha Sandalwood (P): 20
Nippon Kudo Naturense Calm Night (P - Oct 2024): 20 Song of India Aroma Temple Incense (P): 20↓↓
Match Incense Cinnamon cones (P): 20
Ancient Wisdom Cinnamon Orange (P - Jan 2016): 20
Forbidden Fruit Glitter Incense (P): 20
Dolphin Musk (P): 20
Asoka Love in Life Lemongrass (P - May 2015): 20
Forbidden Fruit Glitter Incense (P): 20
Dolphin Musk (P): 20
Asoka Love in Life Lemongrass (P - May 2015): 20
Tulasi Strawberry incense Cones (P - May 2023): 20
Tulasi Night Queen (P - April 2019): 20↓↑*
GR International Coffee (P): 20
SAC Sandalo / Chandan Incense Cones (P): 20↓
Indian's Sandal (P):20↓
Flourish Fragrance Jasmine (P - May 2024): 20Flourish Fragrance Violet (P - Sept 2021): 20
Jaycia Passion Musk (P): 20Jaycia Passion Vanilla (P): 20
Juicy Jay's Thai Incense Sticks (P): 20
Wild Berry (P): 20
Dawn of Time Frankincense & Myrrh (P): 20
MDH R-pure Mogra (P): 20
MDH R-pure Rooh (P): 20
Asoka Love in Life Incense Sticks Sandalwood (P): 20
The Great Indian Caravan Karma Jasmine & Honeysuckle Cones (P): 20 Dawn of Time Frankincense & Myrrh (P): 20
MDH R-pure Mogra (P): 20
MDH R-pure Rooh (P): 20
Asoka Love in Life Incense Sticks Sandalwood (P): 20
Green Tree Call Of The Shaman (Jan 2022): 20
HEM Morning Mist Incense Sticks (P - May 2024): 20
HEM Precious Rose Incense Cones (P - Feb 2019*): 20
HEM Tangerine Incense Cones (P - Jan 2019*): 20
Hem White Musk Incense Sticks (P Feb 2024): 20=
HEM White Musk cones (P - May 2018*): 20
HEM Precious Lily (P - Feb 2015*): 20
MDPH Fleur De Vie Dream Sage Premium Incense Sticks (P - June 2023): 20
Aromatika 7 Chakras Incense Cones (P): 20
Betco Annamayya (P): 20
Balaji Sandalwood (P): 20
R-Expo / Song Of India Sweetness (D): 20
Pal-Ji Green Apple (P): 20 Om Brand Trishala Gulab Incense Sticks (P - Feb 2024): 20
Heera Oudh Incense Cones (P): 20
Aanchal Agarbatti (Dasgupta / Emporium) 3 in 1 (P): 20Emporium Dream Catcher Cannabis (P - April 2015): 20 (out of business)
Emporium Time & Again Scorpio Ocean Dreams (P - Feb 2017): 20 (out of business)
Ashleys Workshop Dragon's Blood (P): 20
Ashley's Workshop Nag Champa (P): 20
SAC Archangel Uriel Canelo (Cinnamon - 7 Arcangels) (P): 19↓
Ashleys Workshop Dragon's Blood (P): 20
Ashley's Workshop Nag Champa (P): 20
Toilet Cleaners (Under 20)
Not an incense to burn in the house.
Just use in the bathroom or outside or throw away.
SAC Archangel Uriel Canelo (Cinnamon - 7 Arcangels) (P): 19↓
Tulasi Jasmine Masala Incense (PM): 19↓
Berk Holy Smokes Swiss Stone Pine (M): 19 Ranga Rao Cycle Brand Lia Applee (P - May 2024): 19↓
GR International (Sandesh) Frankincense Incense Cones (Jan 2024): 18
BIC Lemon Incense (P - Nov 2023): 18 GR International Rose Incense Cones (P): 19
Aromatika Lavender incense Cones (Feb 2021): 19
The Candle Company Sandalwood (P): 19
GR Meditation Incense Cones (P): 19
Stamford Moon Angel (P): 19
Aromatika Lavender incense Cones (Feb 2021): 19
The Candle Company Sandalwood (P): 19
GR Meditation Incense Cones (P): 19
Stamford Moon Angel (P): 19
Stamford Violet Incense Cones (P): 19
Stamford Cinnamon (cones) (P): 19
Stamford Mythical Range Incense Demon's Lust (P - May 2024): 19=
Stamford Mythical Range Pixie's Dance (P - May 2024): 19↓
Stamford Mythical Range Fairy's Mist (P - May 2024): 19↑↓
Stamford Cinnamon (cones) (P): 19
Stamford Mythical Range Incense Demon's Lust (P - May 2024): 19=
Stamford Mythical Range Pixie's Dance (P - May 2024): 19↓
Stamford Mythical Range Fairy's Mist (P - May 2024): 19↑↓
Vijayshree Golden Nag White Sage cones (March 2024): 19
The Great Indian Caravan Namaste Neroli & Basil Cones (P): 19 Jaycia Passion Opium (P - Sept 2023): 19↓
Balaji Passon Natural Incense Sticks Rose (P): 19
Gokula Incense Cones Rajnigandha (P - March 2020): 19
Gokula Incense Cones Mogra (P - Feb 2020): 19
Ranga Rao Flute Magic Yoga Incense Cones (Jan 2024): 19 Gokula Incense Cones Rajnigandha (P - March 2020): 19
Gokula Incense Cones Mogra (P - Feb 2020): 19
100 Loose Cones eBay Mega-Mix (P): 19
Emporium Mystic Scents Lemon (P - June 2018): 19 (out of business)
Emporium Mystic Scents Frank Incense (P - May 2019): 19 (out of business)
Emporium Mystic Scents White Musk (P - May 2019): 19 (out of business)
(Wonder Incense) New Moon Aromas Arabian Wood (Jan 2024): 19 Balarama Zam Zam Black Velvet (P): 18
Siro Cherry Pie (P - March 2024): 18
Siro Crushed Strawberry (P - Feb 2024): 18
Stamford Mythical Mythical Wizard's Spell (P - May 2024): 18↓
SAC Arcangel Rafael Jasmin (Jasmine - 7 Arcangels) (P): 18 GR International (Sandesh) Frankincense Incense Cones (Jan 2024): 18
HEM Gold Silver (P - June 2024): 18
Aromatika Ace Scents Nag Champa (P - Mar 2024): 18
Flourish Fragrance Mystic (P - May 2024): 18
Balarama Divine Spirit (P - May 2013): 18
Padmini Sai Kasturi (P): 18
Loc Thanh (Two Mountains) Vietnamese Incense Sticks (M - Oct 2024): 18
ITC Mangaldeep (Krishna Impex) Mogra (P): 18 Balarama Divine Spirit (P - May 2013): 18
Padmini Sai Kasturi (P): 18
Loc Thanh (Two Mountains) Vietnamese Incense Sticks (M - Oct 2024): 18
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings White Musk (P - Feb 2024): 18
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Lavender (P - Mar 2024): 18
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Lavender (P - Mar 2024): 18
Blue Pearl Sandalwood (P): 18↓
Patanjali Aastha Agarbatti Rose (P): 17
Milo's Temple Coconut (M - Feb 2024): 17
Hari Dashan Citronella Anti-Mosquito Incense Cones (P - May 2023): 15
Milo's Temple Coconut (M - Feb 2024): 17
Hari Om Divine Incense Chandan (P): 17*
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Mogra (P - May 2024): 17↓
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar Cherry Wood (P - Oct 2024): 17
One Aromatics Spring Blossom (P - July 2017): 17
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Mogra (P - May 2024): 17↓
Balarama Moroccan Bazaar Cherry Wood (P - Oct 2024): 17
One Aromatics Spring Blossom (P - July 2017): 17
Aravinda's Rose (P - Mar 2024): 17↓
Wild Berry Fizzy Pop incense cones (P): 17↑
Mahendra Sai Jyoti (P): 17
Pocket Incense - 12 Incense Sticks With Holder (PD): 17 Pal-Ji Vanilla (P): 17
Pal-Ji Bouqet (P): 16
Stamford Guardian Angel cones (P): 16
Noppamas Sandalwood Incense Sticks (P - Oct 2024): 16
Bintang Cemerlang Tahio J1368 Jasmine Coil (P): 16
HEM Diwali Special (P - Jan 2015*): 16
Pal-Ji Bouqet (P): 16
Stamford Guardian Angel cones (P): 16
Noppamas Sandalwood Incense Sticks (P - Oct 2024): 16
Bintang Cemerlang Tahio J1368 Jasmine Coil (P): 16
HEM Diwali Special (P - Jan 2015*): 16
Tulasi Turmeric (P): 16
Phool Patchouli Luxury Incense Sticks (Nov 2023): 15Hari Dashan Citronella Anti-Mosquito Incense Cones (P - May 2023): 15
Pal-Ji Rose (P): 15↑
Wild Berry Dragon's Blood cones (P): 15
Aventor Amrayoga Earth Muladhara Chakra (M): 15
HEM The Moon (P - March 2013*): 15
Wild Berry Dragon's Blood cones (P): 15
Aventor Amrayoga Earth Muladhara Chakra (M): 15
HEM The Moon (P - March 2013*): 15
Bhakta Coconut: 15
Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Rajnigandha (P - Mar 2024): 14Elbee Traders Sai Deva Spiritual Incense Cones (P):14
Just Aromatherapy Premium Cones Apple & Cinnamon (P): 13
Emporium Dream Catcher Frankincense (P - March 2015): 9 (out of business)
Ambica Pooja Sambrani (D): 39Monastery Mount Athos Frankincense Holy Great Monastery Vatopedi Aroma Amber (R): 38
Prinknash Incense: Abbey blend (R): 29
Yadalam Vaastu Champa Thick Dhoop 2 (D - Nov 2018): 37↑ (out of business)
Yadalam Vaastu Rose Thick Dhoop (D - Oct 2018): 37 (out of business) Absolute Bliss Yoga (M): 34 Yadalam Vaastu Loban Thick Dhoop (D - Oct 2018): 32 (out of business)Yadalam Vaastu Sandal Thick Dhoop (D - Nov 2018): 31 (out of business)Pavitra Natural Incense Ancient Musk (M - April 2018): 30↑Yadalam Vaastu Camphor Thick Dhoop (D - Nov 2018): 26 (out of business) Yadalam Vaastu Lavender Thick Dhoop (D - Nov 2018): 25↓ (out of business) Yadalam Vaastu Gugal Thick Dhoop (D - Nov 2018): 20 (out of business)
Quiran Om Ylang Ylang (P): 12↓
The Candle Company Floral (P): 12
The Candle Company Tea Rose (P): 12
The Candle Company Lavender (P): 12
The Candle Company Tea Rose (P): 12
The Candle Company Lavender (P): 12
Tulasi Citronella Incense Cones (P - Oct 2023): 11
Ancient Wisdom Dragon's Blood cones (P): 9Nikhil's Nature's Blessings Sandal (P - Feb 2024): 9
FlyAway Citronella Incense Coil (P - March 2017): 8
Backflow cones from China (P): 2
Tulasi Green Apple (P): 1
Sifcon Backflow Cones (P): -2
Oriental A1 Special Bathi (P): -3
Spiritual/Ritual Incense
Pure resins, or woods and blends that are mainly used for spiritual or ritual reasons rather than just the aroma
Decent Stuff (39-30)
Ambica Pooja Sambrani (D): 39
Harati Tibetan Incense (D): 35↑↑
B.G Pooja Store Sambrani (P): 33Everyday Incense (29-20)
Prinknash Incense: Abbey blend (R): 29
Dhompatsang Enterprises Peace Incense (D - Sept 2019): 21
Boudhanath Himalayan Rope Incense Sandalwood: 20
Raj Guru Vandana Sambrani Cup: 20
Vedavyasa Parimala Sree Chamundeshwari Sambirani Sticks (D - Jan 2023): 20Boudhanath Himalayan Rope Incense Sandalwood: 20
Raj Guru Vandana Sambrani Cup: 20
Just for ritual purposes
The Scenter Tree Resin Frankincense (R): 19
Kemet Design Hathor Incense (L): 19
Kemet Design Kyphi Incense (L): 18
Kemet Design Bast Incense (L): 15
Goloka Frankincense Resin Incense (April 2019): 15
Kemet Design Hathor Incense (L): 19
Kemet Design Kyphi Incense (L): 18
Kemet Design Bast Incense (L): 15
Goloka Frankincense Resin Incense (April 2019): 15
Vaishnodevi Gugal Dhoop (WD): 11
Gopal Joie Deluxe Dhoop (WD): 10
Vaishnodevi Chandan Dhoop (WD): 10
Mysore Sugandhi Surya Devya Laxmi Dhoop (WD): 10
Gopal Joie Deluxe Dhoop (WD): 10
Vaishnodevi Chandan Dhoop (WD): 10
Mysore Sugandhi Surya Devya Laxmi Dhoop (WD): 10
I shall be putting in the Vintage section those incenses which are either no longer available under their previous brand name, or which appear to have changed character over the years.
The Vintage Incense page will no longer be updated - see here for an up to date listing.
Aargee Imperial Kashmir Sandal Fragrance (M) Discontinued Dec 2023 - Score: 48↓↑ |
Discontinued Oct 2023 - Score: 48↑↑ |
Aargee Joss Styx Chakra Manipura Solar Plexis Discontinued Dec 2023 - Score: 47 |
Reiki (M) Score: 47↓ |
Aargee Imperial Maharaja Patchouli Fragrance (M) Discontinued Dec 2023 (in) - Score: 47 |
Absolute Bliss Bengali Jungle Fluxo Durbar (M) Oct 2021 - Score: 46 |
Stamford Chakra Anahata Heart (M) Discontinued Score: 45↑ |
Aargee Imperial Kashmir Sandal Fragrance (M) July 2018 - Score: 45↓ |
Stamford Joss Styx Chakra Anahata Heart (M) - Feb 2023 Discontinued: Score: 45↑
Dhuni (Happy Hari) (M): 42
Absolute Bliss Exotic Jasmine Sept 2023 - Score: 40
Aargee Imperial Maharani Heena Fragrance Discontinued (M - Dec 2023): 41=
Aargee Imperial Bharat Mata Bouquet Fragrance Discontinued (M - March 2017): 40↑*
Aargee Krishna Leela Agarbathi Discontinued (M): 39
Aargee Laxmi Pooja Discontinued (M): 38*
Absolute Bliss Lotus Flowers Sept 2023: 38
Absolute Bliss Queen Of Roses Sept 2023: 38
Aargee Patchouli (discontinued) (P): 37
Unbranded Agarwood (P): 37
Absolute Bliss Exotic Lavender Sept 2023: 35
Absolute Bliss Yoga Sept 2023: 34
Tree of Life Nag Champa (P): 32↑ Discontinued
Aargee Ganesh Flora Discontinued (M): 32=*
Aargee Imperial Raja Rani Lavender Discontinued (M): 30↑↓
Aargee Rose (tube series) Discontinued (P - July 2018): 28↑↓*
Aargee Lavender - Discontinued: 27*
Poundland Coley & Gill Strawberry Flower & Lily (P - Feb 2017): 27*
Aargee Sandalwood - Discontinued: 22*
Aargee Gold Statue - Discontinued (P): 21*
Aargee Namaste - Discontinued (P): 21*
Aargee Jasmine (tube series) - Discontinued (P): 20*
Tree of Life Opium (P - Oct 2023): 20= Discontinued
Tree of Life Cannabis (P): 20↓ Discontinued
Poundland Coley & Gill Cotton Fresh (P): 12*
Stamford Satin (P): 12* Discontinued
Pavitra Natural Incense Mayapur Frakincense (M - May 2018): 03
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Oh dear God. I don't think I should have found your blog. Despite the lifetime+ supply of incense I already have, I feel I'm about to become obsessed with trying all, ALL, your recommendations. Pray for me.
ReplyDeleteThere is so much incense out there, and I keep discovering new areas. I've only recently got into Egyptian and Persian incense, and I'm amazed by this new world. I've not yet got around to reviewing it - I've got such a back log!
DeletePlease check out koyas incense and share your review.i guess they can provide you the samples.. they have the best masala incense in the industry..
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I'm glad you turned me on to Koya's Incense. They really are one of THE great incense producers.
DeleteThanks for the info. I will look into them, but unfortunately not for some time. I have a large backlog of incense samples to get through, and my priority is to deal with what I already have before taking on any more samples.
ReplyDeleteI have been somewhat distracted by other projects (including some building work on our house), but will get back to reviewing shortly.
Backflow trees incense Burner in usa
ReplyDeleteYes, Attractive looking burners.
DeleteSurely, Steve, there are better stick out there than Satya Sai Baba Nag Champa. Many say they were better when they were using halmaddi in them, but the present incarnation does not contain it. Don't get me wrong, I like these sticks and burn them on occasion, but there are better Nag Champas out there. Much better!
ReplyDeleteI agree there are fragrances that sometimes appeal more, but there is much to a scent. There are emotions and memories and associations and imagery. This is true not just of scents, but of many things in life. Why do we love one person, but not another? Do we measure that person up to professional models or Olympic athletes and then find them wanting, and so less them the less?
ReplyDeletePeople burn incense for many reasons. Some people here in the West get wrapped up in the imagery of incense and become almost competitive in the quest to burn the most exclusive and highly regarded incense. People fall over themselves for thin dhoops from Japan - they regard the high prices as signs of quality rather than as signs of marketing. And the high prices reassure them that they are buying the best. This sort of marketing goes on in every field, and there are those who are not happy unless they are paying high prices. On the other hand, there are those who prefer a lower price, but still want quality. In the beer market cask beer sells for less than kegged "craft" beer, even though the kegged beer is more economical for the bar owner. The hipster who likes the imagery associated with kegged craft beer, is reassured by the higher price. The old crusty who likes the imagery associated with cask beer likes the plain honesty of a fair price. Naturally, most bar owners are happier selling the kegged beer as it is more stable, more economical, and they can charge a higher price. More and more brewers are turning to marketing their beer as craft rather than cask. As a result, the old crusty will find one day that very few bars are selling cask because they have mostly gone over to craft.
I don't think we are there yet with incense, but increasingly I am seeing incense being marketed expensively. It seems it matters not who makes the incense and how, it only matters to some in how the incense is marketed, and how people talk about it.
I have Satya Nag Champa as my Number One because, as I say in my review, it was the incense that started my current interest in exploring incense from around the world. It reminded me of the incense I burned when I was a young hippy. And it awakened me. I still go to it now and again, and I still enjoy it. Sometimes more than others. Quality control has wavered over the years, and some batches are better than others. It has an association and an emotional vibrancy that adds value to the experience. Such associations, as I say, are personal and individual. My love for Satya Nag Champa is personal, and I am sharing that with others. But this is not, for me, a competition. I am not an incense judge. I make clear in my ramblings that I am exploring and learning about incense. This is a personal journey I am sharing with others. I gather knowledge and experience, yes, but not in way to pass pronouncements. I share my learnings as I share my personal experiences. And I pass on what I feel is useful.
ReplyDeleteSo, yes, I still feel, for many reasons, that Satya Nag Champa is my favourite, number one, incense.
As regards halmaddi. I feel there is a little too much focus on that resin in the West. There are rather more pleasing tree resins. But, each to their own. I prefer frankincense, amber, myrrh, etc. I am particularly interested in the moment in benzoin/loban/sambrini - especially these sambrini cups that are all the rage in India. Some are a little crude and smoky for me, but get the balance right, and they can be delightful. Halmaddi, for me, can be attractive, but mostly I just get a negative physical reaction from it - it stings my eyes and throat. I prefer incense aimed at the domestic Indian market which doesn't contain halmaddi, than those created for the West with halmaddi, such as The Mother's India Fragrances. However, what I do find is that The Mother's are great, not burned, but used as drawer liners, or left unburned in a bowl to fragrance a room. They do last a long time and the scent works - for me - better unburned. Burning seems to active the worse aspects of halmaddi for me.
Hi Steve,
ReplyDeleteI am amazed to see the number of incenses you have burned, tested and reviewed. Your recommendations are highly valuable. looking forward to your often suggestions on the incenses we sell, and incenses that we "SHOULD SELL" ๐๐
Shroff is highly respected in the West. Koya's top end stuff is really special. Meena Perfumery (makers of Meena Supreme) - though it's unsure if they are still in business. Haridas Madhavdas Sugandhi of Pune are highly respected here. There are others, but having those on your list will certainly generate interest. Oh, and Ramakrishna's Incense. Tourists are buying them at Mapusa Municipal Market, and then enthusing about them when they get home. That has generated a lot of interest.
DeleteThanks a lot for your suggestions. We will surely work on your suggestions ๐๐
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