Just Frankincense: Bete Kristian, Eritrea, Maydi, Messer, Ogaden, Olibanum

 

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Betekristian Incense

Betekristian is a natural resin produced from Boswellia papyrifera, a tree species found in the highland regions of Ethiopia, Sudan, and Eritrea. It is one of the historically most important Boswellia species in the incense trade. It has a larger size compared to Messer, of the same yellow amber color. It has a fresh citrusy, resinous, and spicy aroma, with nuances of lemon and beeswax.

Country of Origin: Ethiopia   


Eritrea Pure Incense

Eritrea produces Boswellia Papyrifera, an aromatic tree resin commonly known as Sudanese or East African frankincense. It has Earthy, spicy, and balsamic scent with bright citrus notes. It contains high levels of octyl acetate, making it valuable for perfumery.


Liturgical Jerusalem

This incense with Jerusalem perfume in grains comes from Boswellia serrata tree. It has Spicy, complex, with herbal notes. It can be use for Ayurvedic medicine, anti-inflammatory or to perfume the atmosphere of your house and to mix with other flowers, herbs and resins for a nice incense blend. Also perfect to create your own incense blends and mixtures or incense sticks or incense cones.

Country of Origin: India


Sifting 

The name Sifting refers to the smallest grain size, which is ideal for use in thurible on charcoal tablet. A spoonful is enough to diffuse its aroma to the whole house. This incense blend contains various African and Arabic incense varieties with a fine grain. Exquisite fragrant resin for burning with a delicate aromatic scent.

Product of Africa/Asia                               


Frankincense Serrata

Frankincense Serrata, also known as Indian Frankincense, is the variety most used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It has earthy, green, deeper woody notes, slightly spicy and it's Character is "sharper" and more intense than its African counterparts. Best use at joint support, sports recovery, and respiratory blends. Its strong aroma holds up well when diluted in heavy carrier oils. Often used as a base note in soaps and detergents where robust woodiness is required.

Country of Origin: India


Maydi Incense

Maydi incense, a precious jewel from the heart of Somalia. Characterised by its clarity and golden hues, Maydi Frankincense exudes a captivating fragrance that transports the senses to distant worlds. Its aroma is a harmonious blend of sweet citrus, woody undertones and subtle floral notes that evokes a sense of calm and serenity.

Country of Origin: Somalia

 

Incense Messer 

Messer is a natural resin produced from Boswellia papyrifera, a tree species found in the highland regions of Ethiopia, Sudan, and Eritrea. High quality incense coming from the Messer region. It appears in small grains or tears, light yellow or golden in color. It has a fresh citrusy, resinous, and spicy aroma, with nuances of lemon and beeswax. Ideal for scenting and purifying spaces, it is one of the most appreciated resins for fumigation rituals.

Country of Origin: Ethiopia

 

Ogaden

Ogaden is pure and natural Ethiopian frankincense guaranteed with no chemical treatment and no fragrances added. High quality incense coming from the dry and rocky Ogaden region and extracted from the Boswellia Rivae tree.

Country of Origin: Ethiopia


Olibanum 

"Olibanum" comes from the Arabic word al-lubān, which means "the milk," describing the white sap that leaks from the tree bark. "Frankincense" comes from Old French meaning "high-quality incense". Olibanum is a resin that exudes specifically from the trunks of the trees of Boswellia specie that are natural to Ethiopia, Oman, Somalia and Sudan. Botanical names of the trees are Boswellia Carterii (Ethiopia) and Boswellia Sacra (Oman). The shape of the collected gum is irregular and its color is yellow to golden.


How to get started:

1. Fill the base of your burner 2/3 full with sand, rocks, or ash, forming this into a cone shape as best you can. The cone shape will allow for better airflow around the charcoal. Then place the charcoal on top.

2.  Place a charcoal tablet onto the cone shaped sand, rocks or ash and light the edge of the charcoal. Some charcoals are self-igniting (these contain potassium nitrate) they will spark as you light it. Never hold the charcoal in your hand. If you need to hold it, use tongs or tweezers.

3.  Some charcoals have an indentation on one side, if that is the case place your charcoal with the indentation side facing up. The indentation will hold your resin.

4.  Wait until the charcoal is hot and covered with a thin layer of grayish ash. This can take about 5 minutes.

5.  When the charcoal is ready add a small amount of your resin into the indentation of the hot charcoal.

6.  Allow the resin to burn, releasing its fragrant smoke. When the smoke starts to thin out, add more incense as desired. Charcoal should last around 20 minutes.


Delivery:

 

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