The Magical of Botanical Distillation // Asheville Workshop

 This class will introduce you to the wonderful world of botanical distilling, the process from which we create hydrosols and essential oils.  Whether you’re wanting to understand this process and the medicine, looking for an accessible way to begin distilling or simply dive deeper into your herbal & occult journey, this class will provide a great foundation. Together we will set up and run a traditional copper alembic. As the still works its magic revealing the plant's essence and aroma we’ll touch on the history and uses, both physical and on the psyche, of this ancient craft. Distillation can be a bit confusing and intimidating on paper, so this class will be visual, tactile and fun!  Besides experiencing the copper alembic still from set-up to finished product, we will also review stovetop distillation that can be easily replicated in any home, as well as a variety of other options for distilling. There will be an emphasis on distilling for hydrosols, a product that’s rapidly g