Traditional / raw material Entry 34 of 67
Kemenyan Sumatra
Benzoin tapped from Styrax trees in the Tapanuli highlands around Lake Toba. It has been traded since at least the 8th century, though farmers there have been turning to other crops.
- Origin
- Indonesia
- Tradition
- Indonesia
- Form
- Resin
- Smoke
- Heavy smoke
Scent profile
Editorial estimate, not a lab analysis or community vote. Your experience may differ.
Key materials
Typical materials for this style. Makers rarely publish full recipes.
Sources
Main claims checked against the sources below on 3 November 2026.
