Sandalwood Discovery | A collection of specialist sandalwood incenses | Incense Bundles

Sandalwood is one of the most used woods in incense. On its own it offers a creamy, rich woody scent and is also used as a base for some modern floral incenses. This bundle explores different incarnations of sandalwood from a range of incense artisans. Enjoy scents from Shoyeido, Baieido and Pure Incense. Sandalwood Discovery includes:

1. Golden Pavillion by Shoyeido

This recipe containing sandalwood, patchouli and cinnamon was inspired by the spectacular Kinkaku-ji temple's reflection in Kyoko-chi pond.

An elegant blend of various spices and woods with a distinctive top fragrance that is a tad sweet. If you prefer incense that is a bit more on the earthy/spicy side without sacrificing the traditional subtlety of Japanese incense, Golden Pavilion fits the bill.

'This incense from the Daily Range is truly impressive. A complex aroma that reveals itself gradually with each burn. A good starting point for those new to Shoyeido's Daily Incense range.'

• A blend of Sandalwood, cinnamon and patchouli.
• 100% natural ingredients, no synthetic oils or fragrances
• Made in Japan
• 35 sticks, 22cm in length
• Approx. burning time: 50 min per stick

2. Byakudan Kobunboku by Baieido

Byakudan Kobunboku is a distinct, high quality sandalwood incense from Baieido and is perhaps the most poignant sandalwood blend from the Kobunboku range. This incense uses premium sandalwood from Mysore region of India and the result is one of the best sandalwood's within this price range. 

'I find this stick, fresh, and exhilarating, capturing all the best aspects of good heartwood without any off notes whatsoever. In fact, for the price, there’s really no better sandalwood incense available, there are no oversaturated sandalwood oils or harsh wood contents in this stick and the spices here do nothing more than accentuate these excellent qualities.'

• A blend of Indonesian Aloeswood, sandalwood, borneol, clove, cinnamon, and other medicinal herbs
• 100% natural ingredients, no synthetic oils or fragrances
• Made in Japan
• 80 sticks per box, 13cm in legnth
• Approx burn time: 30 mins per stick

3. Sandalwood Overtones by Shoyeido

Enjoy Sandalwood, the pure, earthy core ingredient of unforgettable fragrance products for millennia. This incense from Shoyeido is the pure scent of sandalwood with Shoyeido's distinctive sweet notes.

• A blend of Sandalwood and spices
• 100% natural ingredients, no synthetic oils or fragrances
• Made in Japan
• 35 sticks, 22cm in length
• Approx. burning time: 50 min per stick

4. Sandalwood Absolute by Pure Incense

Sandalwood Absolute is a pure sandalwood scent made with sandalwood powder and Mysore oil sourced in India. The fragrance given off by this incense is sweet, woody, resinous and slightly creamy - definitive of sandalwood scent. A great incense for relaxation and meditation.

As with all incense in the Absolute range, the quality is superb and this scent will stand out from most other sandalwood incenses on the market. 

• A blend of sandalwood powder and spices
• Hand-rolled using 100% natural ingredients
• Made in India
• 20 grams of incense in each box (approx. 16-20 sticks)
• Approx burn time: 40-45 mins per stick