Reserve

The Pinnacle of Indonesian Oud

This is the rarest oil in the Woudya collection. Distilled from Aquilaria trees deep in the forests of Kalimantan — the Indonesian part of Borneo — this Triple-A grade oud represents the absolute pinnacle of what Indonesian oud oil can offer.

Where lower grades carry the earthy, barnyard character typical of Indonesian oud, AAA Kalimantan transcends. The opening is ethereal — almost floral, with a luminous sweetness that evolves over hours on the skin. Beneath it, a deep resinous base anchors the scent with the unmistakable signature of old-growth agarwood.

Why AAA Grade

Oud oil grading reflects resin density, wood age, and distillation precision. Grade AAA requires Aquilaria trees with exceptionally high resin content — typically trees that have been infected for decades, allowing the heartwood to develop complex aromatic compounds that lesser grades simply cannot produce.

Kalimantan Aquilaria stocks are declining rapidly. As reported by industry analysts, AAA-grade Indonesian oud prices have increased year over year as old-growth forests yield fewer harvestable trees. Each bottle of this oil represents a disappearing terroir.

Tasting Notes

• Top: Ethereal sweetness, almost floral, with a clean luminosity
• Heart: Deep woody complexity, honey undertones, subtle spice
• Base: Rich resinous depth, animalic warmth, extraordinary longevity
• Longevity: 12–24 hours on skin, days on fabric
• Projection: Intimate to moderate — designed to be discovered, not announced

How to Use

Apply a single drop to pulse points — the inner wrists, behind the ears, or the base of the throat. Body heat activates the oil and allows it to evolve through its aromatic stages over the course of hours. Pure oud oil is highly concentrated; a 5ml bottle provides months of daily use.

Specifications

• Origin: Kalimantan, Borneo, Indonesia
• Species: Aquilaria malaccensis
• Grade: AAA (highest)
• Available sizes: 1ml, 3ml, 5ml
• Distillation: Traditional hydro-distillation, small batch
• Purity: 100% pure oud oil, no dilution, no additives
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dark place.

Common questions

What is the difference between Heritage and Reserve?

Both are Kalimantan. Reserve uses Aquilaria with much higher resin density and longer infection time. The result is a more luminous, complex, longer-lasting oil. Heritage is the deep, animalic Kalimantan profile. Reserve is the same profile, refined.

Is 1ml enough to try?

Yes. One drop a day, 1ml lasts several weeks. Many of our customers start with 1ml of Reserve before committing to 5ml.

How long does it last on skin or cloth?

Pure oud is concentrated. A single drop holds 12 to 24 hours on skin, several days on fabric.

Does it ship outside the EU?

Yes, tracked international shipping at checkout. 7 to 14 days depending on destination.

How should I store it?

A cool, dark place. Pure oud oil ages well, the scent deepens over months and years. No refrigeration needed.

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