Join Erika Galentin of Sovereignty Herbs and Ash Sierra of Ritual Botanica for a two-day, hands-on, deep-dive into the ancient alchemical art of aromatic distillation. Participants will learn the nuts and bolts of aromatic distillation of essential oils and hydrosols using a traditional copper alembic still as well as experience aromatic distillation as a ritual journey of self-reflection and an empowering platform for the development of sacred plant-human relationships.

What you will learn about Aromatic Distillation…

You will leave this intensive with all of the knowledge you need to get started on your own aromatic distillation journey including: 

• How to distill aromatic plants for essential oils and hydrosols from start until finish using a copper alembic still.

  • How to set up the still and how to dismantle, clean, and care for it

  • How to load the still for best distillate quality and yield

  • How to decipher and monitor hydrosol yields & separate out essential oils during the distillation process

  • Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation to ensure high quality product with longevity

  • What considerations should be made when purchasing your first still

  • What you need to know about burners and fuels, pumps and plumbing

  • Troubleshooting issues

• Hands-on harvesting with focus on ethical and sustainable techniques.

  • How to ascertain the volume of plant material needed for your distillation

  • The many ways to process harvested plants for the best aromatic outcome

  • Plant study methods to enhance your relationship with the plants you distill

• Ways to incorporate hydrosols into herbal medicine-making & self-care practices.

  • Learn the difference between hydrosols and essentials including use and safety

  • How to implement aromatic medicine into your personal and professional practice

  • How aromatics from plants can positively impact both body and psyche

  • How aromatic distillation can be used to develop deeper, more respectful relationships with plants, ecosystems, and ourselves.

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