Leyte Classic

Rare Philippine Oud Oil Leyte Classic
Leyte Classic is a dignified expression of rare Philippine oud, sourced from the storied island of Leyte and refined through the uncompromising standards of Al Shareef perfumery. This is not merely an oud oil, but a preservation of terroir, tradition, and discipline crafted for those who understand that true luxury lies in restraint, purity, and time.

The Oud from Leyte
Oud from Leyte is revered among connoisseurs for its clean incense-forward profile, natural resinous, and dignified warmth. Unlike louder or aggressively animalic styles, Leyte oud unfolds with balance and composure, revealing soft balsamic depth, gentle smokiness, and an enduring resinous elegance that lets you know of its presence.

This particular distillation showcases the island’s signature character: a refined resinous opening, subtly sweet and incense-like a warm, balsamic heart, smooth and meditative a soft, lingering woody base, noble and enduring. It is an oud that speaks confidently with authority.

The Al Shareef Factor
At Al Shareef, rarity alone is never enough. Leyte Classic was selected, prepared, and distilled according to the same classical Islamic perfumery principles that define all Al Shareef creations. Meticulous material selection only resin-rich agarwood worthy of slow delicate distillation. Traditional water distillation, unhurried and precisely controlled. Absolute cleanliness, ensuring clarity of scent and purity of expression. Our IP Natural aging, allowing the oil to settle, mature, and reveal its true character, no short cuts, no enhancement, no compromise. What emerges is an oil that is clear in intention, balanced in aroma, and noble in presence faithful to its origin, yet elevated through discipline and craft.

A Classic by Name and Nature
Leyte Classic aligns seamlessly with the Al Shareef philosophy: timeless over trendy, substance over spectacle. It is designed not for fleeting impressions, but for those who wear oud as an extension of character scholars, collectors, and lovers of authentic perfumery heritage.

Whether worn alone or reserved as a cornerstone of a serious oud collection, Leyte Classic stands as a quiet testament to what happens when rare material meets uncompromising craftsmanship.