Goloka is a hand-rolled Indian incense brand made entirely from natural ingredients, produced by a spiritual community trust in Bengaluru that dedicates its proceeds to charitable work.
About Goloka
Goloka was established in 1982 as an initiative of the ISKCON Bangalore community and is produced by Goloka Seva Trust, headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Every batch is reportedly blessed at the trust's temple before it ships, reflecting the brand's roots in spiritual practice rather than purely commercial incense-making.
What Makes Goloka Distinctive
Goloka sticks are hand-rolled using only natural materials — resin, sandalwood, and herbs sourced from farms across southern India — with no synthetic fragrance oils. The brand's master craftsmen have practiced the hand-rolling technique across four generations, and Goloka states that all proceeds from sales support the trust's charitable work.
Popular Goloka Scents
Reiki and Spiritual Series
Goloka's Reiki Series sticks — including Cho Ku Rei, Sei Hei Ki, and Raku — pair specific fragrance blends with Reiki symbolism, alongside an Archangel series naming Michael, Gabriel, and other figures.
Everyday and Aromatic Scents
White Sage, Palo Santo, Natural Vetiver, and a range of aroma-focused scents like Lavender and Lemongrass round out the everyday side of Goloka's catalog.
Compare Goloka with our other hand-rolled Indian incense brands, including Nandita Incense Sticks and Hem.
How to Burn Goloka Incense Safely
Light the tip of the stick until it glows, then blow out the flame so it smolders in a heatproof holder over a fire-safe surface. Burn in a ventilated room away from flammable materials, and never leave lit incense unattended.
