Sree Vani Little Shiva

 

I like the Little Gods series by Sree Vani. Decent perfumed masala sticks, following the Satya tradition. I can't remember where I got them from (possibly either PilgrimsBazaar or the excellent Ephra World). I'd reviewed a Sree Vani incense back in 2018 (Sri Akhand Jaap), and not thought much of it. Then toward the end of last year (2023) I reviewed Little Ganesh, and was charmed both by the incense and the concept and packaging of the series. So I ordered other scents in the series which I've been working through. The others haven't quite charmed me as much as the Little Ganesh with its rich, sweet florals and fruits, but I have liked them, and am still drawn to the series. We all like a series, don't we? 

There's a chewing gum scent on the stick - Juicy Fruit; along with some woods, some French red wine, chocolate, fresh handbag leather, vanilla, Polo mints. Phew - there's a lot going on. It's packed quite tightly, so I didn't notice the range at first, and was just going to dismiss it as pleasant but generic. But each time I returned to the stick there was more to explore. Nice. 

The scent on the burn is quite gentle and soft. It doesn't appear to have the depth, range, or impact of the scent on the stick. Fragile top notes can be lost in the heat of the burn, while the more robust but slower bottom notes seem to benefit from the warmth. There's odd barnyard and straw, and fairly light woods, citric woods - cedar, and a bit of light pine. The fruits come through, not as sweet and juicy as on the stick - here they are warmer, more refined. It's a pleasant whole, but doesn't quite deliver the promise hidden in the scent on the stick. However, it is likeable. 

Date: Dec 2024   Score:  34

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