Irish Turf Incense
Irish Turf / Peat Incense — Bring the Scent of Ancient Ireland Home
What Is It?
Irish Turf Incense is a unique, handcrafted incense made from 100% natural peat (turf), sourced and reconstituted to give you the authentic aroma of a traditional Irish turf fire—without needing a fireplace.
Each piece is a miniature “sod,” compacted to burn slowly and release a smoky, earthy fragrance reminiscent of Ireland’s rolling boglands and cosy thatched cottages.
How It’s Made
Handcrafted with care: Every incense sod is made by hand in a workshop located in Armagh, Northern Ireland.
Authentic turf: The product uses 100% real turf/peat—no synthetic fragrances or added perfumes.
Naturally processed: The turf is ground, mixed with a natural binding agent, moulded, and slowly dried to create a solid sod that will smoulder rather than burn quickly.
Why People Love It
Nostalgic aroma: Lighting the incense brings back memories of open turf fires, old Irish cottages, and hearthside evenings.
Easy to use: Just place a sod on a heat-safe burner (like the included slate burner) and light it—you’ll get a steady, slow smoulder that fills your space with its characteristic scent.
Long-lasting: Each turf “sod” burns for about 35–45 minutes, giving you a prolonged, atmospheric experience.
Eco-conscious spirit: We are committed to sustainability and craftsmanship, producing the incense in small batches on their historic farmland, whilst supporting local charities to replant trees across Ireland.
Product Options
Here are some of the versions available on the site:
Irish Turf / Peat Incense Refill Pack
Includes 12 solid turf sods. Great for regular users who already have a burner.
Irish Turf / Peat Incense Bulk “Wee Bits”
Smaller pieces made for more flexible use, with variable burn time.
Irish Turf / Peat Incense Set with Slate Burner
Comes with a reclaimed slate burner — perfect as a starter set.
Irish Smoking Turf Cottage
For the Ultimate enjoyable or gifting experience, watch the smoke drift from the chimney
How to Use It
- Place one turf sod on a heat-resistant burner (slate or ceramic).
- Use a strong flame to ignite the sod until it glows.
- Once glowing, gently blow out the flame to allow it to smoulder.
- The sod will smoulder for 35–45 minutes, filling your space with its signature scent.
- After use, let it cool fully. Dispose of the ash safely.
Safety
Use only on heat-resistant surfaces.
Keep away from flammable items.
Let it fully cool down before discarding.
Use in a well-ventilated room.
Heritage & Story
Created in 2019 on a traditional Irish farmhouse in South Armagh, the makers of Turf Incense saw a need to preserve a quintessentially Irish scent. With turf-burning becoming less common due to changing environmental and regulatory landscapes, they designed a way to reignite the memory of that smoky hearth through a sustainable, handcrafted product.
Why Buy It
- For a nostalgic, cosy scent of old Ireland
- As a unique, heritage-inspired gift
- If you want a natural, smoke-based incense (no synthetic perfumes)
- As a decorative, meditative ritual item