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Cambodian Oud (Pursat & Koh Kong) Charcoal Temperature, Mica Plates & Burning Rituals | Colaba Oud
Authoritative analysis of Cambodian Oud (Pursat & Koh Kong) (Aquilaria crassna) focusing on charcoal temperature, mica plates & burning rituals. Sourced directly from Pursat Mountains, Cardamom Range, and Koh Kong Coastal Rainforests.
Botanical Profile & Terroir (Aquilaria crassna)
Cambodian Oud (Pursat & Koh Kong) is distilled and harvested from Aquilaria crassna native to Pursat Mountains, Cardamom Range, and Koh Kong Coastal Rainforests. Natural fungal infection over decades produces saturated oleoresin within the heartwood. Colaba Oud certifies batch authenticity with documented origin evidence.
Olfactory Characteristics & Valuation
The aromatic profile presents Warm floral honey, ripe red berries, sweet tobacco, resinous plum, and golden wood. In the GCC market, current pricing reflects genuine scarcity: From 140 AED/gram for wild Pursat chips; pure oils range from 950 to 4,200 AED per tola. Every piece is evaluated for resin density and moisture stability.
Expert Recommendation for GCC Connoisseurs
When using Cambodian Oud (Pursat & Koh Kong), allow natural lump charcoal to develop a light white ash layer before placement. This gentle heat releases volatile sesquiterpenes over 15 to 25 minutes without scorching the delicate aromatic oils.
Global Distillation Network & Sister Maisons
Colaba Oud collaborates with specialized distillation centers and heritage trading houses across the Middle East, India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia: