The Ancient Art of Distilling Aromatic Plants & Herbs
Description
During this hands-on workshop, you will learn the traditional process of transforming aromatic plants, herbs and flowers into exquisite hydrosols and essential oils. Witness the entire distillation journey, from plant preparation through to bottling the precious yield.
Whether you are passionate about herbs, natural wellness, gardening, aromatherapy or simply curious about traditional crafts, this workshop offers a rare opportunity to experience this fascinating process firsthand.
What You’ll Learn
* Distilling aromatic plants and herbs
* Essential botanical knowledge, harvesting and plant preparation
* Introduction to the copper alembic still and its components
* Setting up a safe and effective distillation workspace
* Creating a natural seal for the distillation process
* Sterilisation and preparation of equipment
* Loading and handling plant material
* Different distillation techniques for herbs, flowers and plant varieties
* Understanding temperature, water ratios and plant quantities
* Recognising sounds, measurements and adjustments during distillation
* Factors influencing hydrosol quality and composition
* Separating essential oils from hydrosols
* Bottling and labelling finished products
* Shelf life, maturation and uses of hydrosols
* Sustainable and ecological approaches to essential oil production
FAQs
- What is Included in Your Experience?
Included in Your Experience
Live distillation demonstration and participation
Herbal tastings and product testing
A 50ml spray bottle of the hydrosol created during the workshop
Herbal teas and hot drinks
Special hydrosol beverages
Fresh fruit platters
Healthy grazing snacks and herbal treats
"Aromas subtly permeate our consciousness, evoking emotions and sensations that visual beauty alone cannot."
- What all is included ?
Included
✓ Hands-on distillation experience
✓ Herbal tastings and refreshments
✓ Fruit platters and healthy grazing snacks
✓ Take home a 50ml spray bottle of the hydrosol created during the workshop“Aromas subtly permeate our consciousness, evoking emotions and sensations that visual beauty alone cannot.”
Limited Places Available
Bookings Essential
For enquiries:
Ness – Scents & Taste
0499 113 769
scents_taste@protonmail.com
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