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

Contact the host of The Ancient Art of Distilling Aromatic Plants & Herbs

There were 0 errors found in the information you submitted: