Description
Course Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will:
- Understand the chemistry and microbiology of agarwood wine fermentation.
- Learn the full process — from raw material preparation to aging and bottling.
- Formulate their own agarwood-based wine recipes.
- Gain insights into licensing, product branding, and market opportunities.
COURSE MODULES
Day 1 – Fundamentals of Agarwood Wine Making
Morning:
- Introduction to Agarwood (Aquilaria malaccensis) and its aromatic compounds
- The concept of agarwood infusion in alcoholic beverages
- Overview of fermentation science (yeasts, enzymes, and sugars)
- Equipment and sanitation protocols
Afternoon:
- Demonstration: Preparing Agarwood Extracts for Wine Infusion
- Selection and preparation of fermentation media (sugar, yeast, and water ratios)
- Hands-on: Starter fermentation setup (Participants create their first batch)
Day 2 – Advanced Fermentation and Processing
Morning:
- Monitoring and controlling fermentation (temperature, pH, and alcohol content)
- Troubleshooting fermentation issues (off-flavors, contamination, etc.)
- Secondary fermentation and flavor development techniques
Afternoon:
- Clarification, racking, and filtration
- Agarwood essence and natural flavor enhancers (herbs, fruits, honey)
- Hands-on: Flavor infusion & post-fermentation conditioning
Day 3 – Bottling, Branding & Business Development
Morning:
- Bottling, labeling, and aging techniques
- Quality assurance and sensory evaluation (taste, aroma, clarity)
Afternoon:
- Licensing and regulatory requirements (FDA, DTI, excise permits)
- Costing, pricing, and small-scale commercialization
- Developing your Agarwood Wine Brand – storytelling, packaging, and marketing
- Final evaluation & awarding of certificates
Materials & Equipment Included
- Agarwood chips and essential oil samples
- Yeast and fermentation starter pack
- Glass fermenter, airlock, and bottle set
- Measuring and testing tools (pH strip, hydrometer, etc.)
- Printed course manual and digital reference
- Certificate of Completion (endorsed by AGAP / Crown Agroforestry)
Target Participants
- Agarwood farmers exploring value-added processing
- Entrepreneurs in agri-based beverage production
- Wellness product developers and perfumery enthusiasts
- Students or researchers in food tech or chemistry
Fee Includes:
- Complimentary Agarwood Leaf Tea – Experience its calming aroma and wellness benefits.
- Certificate of Participation
- Decent Meal is included in the package.
- Complete starter kit (agarwood chips, fermentation vessel, yeast, flavoring agents).
- Step-by-step recipe guide & hands-on experience.
Who Should Join?
- Wine enthusiasts interested in exotic, herbal wines.
- Agarwood growers & herbalists exploring new products.
- Entrepreneurs looking to launch luxury wellness beverages
- Brewers & fermentation hobbyists expanding their expertise.

