For the nights when loose resin feels too involved, these frankincense resin incense cups make the ritual simple. The cup form gives you the rich, smoky character of frankincense without preparing a separate charcoal disc, bringing a church-like aromatic depth to a quiet room in moments.
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For the nights when loose resin feels too involved, these frankincense resin incense cups make the ritual simple. The cup form gives you the rich, smoky character of frankincense without preparing a separate charcoal disc, bringing a church-like aromatic depth to a quiet room in moments.
Frankincense Resin Incense Cups 12 Pack
Frankincense Resin Incense Cups 12 Pack is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
What it is
Resin is the dried sap of trees such as frankincense and myrrh, burned a few small pieces at a time on a lit charcoal tablet. Resin cups and incense powder are lit directly. Each page says which resin or scent it is, how much is in the pack and where it comes from.
Why people choose it
- The oldest incense Frankincense, myrrh and copal have been burned in ritual for thousands of years.
- As much as you like A few grains for a soft scent, a few more for a fuller one.
- Where it comes from The origin is on the page whenever we know it.
How to use it
- 1
Set a charcoal tablet in a heatproof dish of sand and light its edge
- 2
When it glows grey, add one or two small pieces of resin
- 3
Light cups and powder directly, then blow out the flame and let them smoulder
Care: Burn on a heatproof surface in a ventilated room and never leave it unattended. Keep resin sealed in a cool, dry place.
Customer reviews
1 reviews of this piece
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★★★★★ T.Not for indoors
I wish there had been some warning about how much smoke these produce. They're definitely not suitable for indoor use. Garden is where they belong.
Complete your ritual
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About this product
The frankincense smoke
- The scent is smoky, resinous and aromatic, with the dry warmth people often associate with old stone chapels and winter gatherings.
- Small amber pieces of frankincense are visible in the dark cup, giving the first lighting a pleasingly tactile, ritual feel.
- The black cup and shadowy packaging make it feel more like a small ceremony than a quick fragrance product.
- It suits evenings, meditation corners, altar spaces and slow home rituals where you want scent to mark a change of pace.
- Unlike loose resin, it does not ask for a separate glowing charcoal disc or a pinch-by-pinch setup.
How to light the cup
Light the edge of the incense cup and let the flame catch. Gently blow the flame out, then place the cup on a suitable cup holder.
Use on a stable, heat-safe surface, away from draughts and soft furnishings. Keep out of reach of children and never leave burning incense unattended.
A simpler way to burn resin
Loose resin incense is traditionally used with a lit charcoal disc in a heat-proof censer, often over sand or ash. The charcoal is ignited, allowed to ash over, then the resin is sprinkled on top. These resin cups make frankincense easier to enjoy without losing the slow, smoky character that makes resin incense feel so distinctive.
Frankincense in context
Frankincense is remembered in the story of the three wise men as one of the gifts brought to the infant Jesus. Here, that long association is carried into a practical modern format: a small resin cup for people who like their home fragrance with depth, history and a little theatre.
Size and details
This is a box of 12 frankincense resin incense cups, made in India.
A thoughtful incense gift
A good choice for someone who enjoys incense, quiet home rituals, or the traditional scent of frankincense. The boxed presentation and easy-to-use cup format make it especially suited to gifting.