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Small copper alembic still with lavender, rosemary and amber bottles of essential oil

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How to Make Essential Oils and Hydrosols with a Still

A small copper alembic turns lavender, rosemary and citrus peel into essential oil and fragrant hydrosol. Here is how it works, what to grow and how to stay safe.
Rustic Italian table with grape pomace, a tulip glass of grappa and a copper alembic in the background

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Grappa Explained: Italy's Pomace Spirit and the Alembic Tradition

Grappa is Italy's pomace brandy, made from the grape skins left after winemaking. Here is how it is traditionally made, the styles on the label and how to enjoy it.
Traditional Italian hammered copper alembic still with swan neck and coiled condenser

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Copper Stills and Alembics: Why Copper, and How to Care for One

Why distillers have trusted copper for centuries, which still size suits you, and a simple routine to clean and care for a copper still.

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