Woody

Cambodian oud smells like the deep interior of an ancient wooden temple—dark, resinous, and profoundly earthy. Imagine aged leather steeped in smoke, with whispers of animalic musk and burnt wood ash. There's a sweetness underneath, almost medicinal, like incense mixed with petrichor after monsoon rains. It's simultaneously warm and slightly austere, with an almost peppery bite that catches in the back of your throat. Not traditionally "pretty," but hypnotically complex and utterly captivating.

Woody

Laotian oud smells like the heart of an ancient forest after rain—deeply resinous and woody, with an animalic warmth that's almost leathery. Imagine dark, aged wood infused with medicinal earth and a subtle sweetness reminiscent of honey or tobacco. It's woody, yes, but with a creamy, almost unctuous quality that clings to your skin. There's a faint funkiness too—organic and earthy—like opening a drawer of aged cedarwood that's been storing precious textiles for decades. Not floral or fresh; this is raw, mature, and profoundly grounding.