Well you know how much we love handmade and a ‘cottage industry’! We’ve been wanting to expand our incense offerings and have been looking out for a range that was different to our Japanese style versions, still grounded in a traditional style but was not run of the mill. Stupa of courier fitted the bill perfectly. So here is their story…..

STUPA incense is a socially and environmentally conscious business that supports the cottage industry providing employment to many local artisans in the Kathmandu Valley, essentially allowing them to continue their trades within their own homes. They have been in the industry for over 2 decades, their incense is handmade using the Lama Dorjee technique. Please note that when Stupa Incense started their business they were taught the ancient art of incense making by Lama Dorjee and his recipe continues to be used to create their incense to this day. Their business is based in the foothills of the Nagarjung Forest in the Kathmandu Valley and as a result they have direct access to a wide range of pure natural ingredients like herbs, plants, leaves and tree barks that are foraged, dried, ground down and then blended to create their unique incense sticks. Their packaging is either fully recyclable or re-usable and they are huge supporters of artisan hand made lokta paper with many of their products being either wrapped in this paper or actually packaged in stunning lokta paper boxes.

These incense sticks are made using resins, herbs, plants, leaves and tree bark. There are 15x 10cm sticks with a burn time of 30 minutes each, packaged in a lotka paper tube and come with a black ceramic incense holder. Burning dish sold separately.

Sandalwood: Sandalwood is one of the most widely used incenses in India, where the scent of sandalwood is prolific, gently drifting out of temples and homes alike. It is believed to be the scent that is favoured by the Gods and commonly used during meditation to assist in focussing the mind and connecting it to the divine. It breaks down illusions and allows you to align with your higher self. Main ingredients: Yellow & Red Sandalwood, Holy Basil, Himalayan Pencil Leder, Nutmeg & Cardamom.

Jasmine: Jasmine has been considered a powerful flower throughout the centuries, it comes from the Persian name "Yasmin" meaning "Gift from God" and has been used in spell work and rituals since ancient times. It is associated with sensuality, desire, passion and love but often from a pure or even divine perspective and is therefore often used in all forms of love spells. Main ingredients: Jasmine, Backchin, Agur, Clove & Sweetflag.

Juniper: Juniper has been used for spiritual purposes throughout history, the branches and berries from this beautiful coniferous tree were well known for their healing, cleansing and purifying properties. The smoke from Juniper incense can have a calming effect on the body and soul, helping to clear away unwanted negative energy and thoughts. It clears the mind and provides courage and confidence.

Contains: 25 x (18cm) incense sticks, incense holder & incense description.

Burn time: 60-70 mins per stick

Remember to never leave incense burning unattended! Always place to a non flammable surface!