Copper Column Alembic Still with Boiler Mesh Sieve

Traditional Handcrafted Quality for Master Distillers

This classic Portuguese alembic still is a premium, highly versatile tool handcrafted by experienced coppersmiths. It represents a seamless fusion of time-tested copper-forging traditions and modern distillation demands.

Featuring a removable column and an expanded accessory kit, this model includes both a column botanical sieve (for vapor-infusion) and an additional internal boiler mesh sieve placed at the bottom of the pot. This dual-sieve design makes the apparatus exceptionally reliable and adaptable for a wide range of distillation tasks.

Key Features & Construction

• 100% Premium-Grade Copper: Hand-forged in Portugal from high-purity, food-grade hammered copper. Copper acts as an essential natural catalyst, binding sulfur compounds during distillation to deliver smooth, clean, sulfur-free spirits.

• Removable Column: Increases the vapor path height, enhancing reflux to produce a higher-proof and purer distillate compared to traditional pot stills.

• Column Botanical Sieve: Designed to hold botanicals (herbs, berries, flowers, spices) for steam distillation when crafting artisan gin, essential oils, or floral hydrosols.

• Internal Boiler Mesh Sieve (Anti-Scorching Protection):

  • Scorch Protection: Essential when distilling thick fruit mashes (with seeds/pulp) or grain washes containing solid particles. Solids rest safely above the bottom of the boiler, preventing burning and avoiding unwanted bitter off-tastes.

  • Steeping & Maceration: Allows convenient placement of botanical ingredients directly inside the boiler for pre-distillation maceration or wort boiling.

• Handcrafted Craftsmanship: Every component is hand-fitted by artisans, guaranteeing durability, tight seals, and an authentic aesthetic that enhances any interior setup.

Versatility & Operational Modes

Thanks to its modular construction and dual-sieve system, this alembic excels across multiple distillation methods:

1. Steam Vapor Distillation (Botanical Column Mode): Place botanicals (lavender, pine needles, rose petals) onto the column sieve. Passing vapors gently extract rich essential oils and condense into 100% natural hydrosols and pure essential oils.

2. Thick Fruit & Grain Mash Distillation (Boiler Sieve Mode): Position the mesh sieve at the bottom of the boiler pot to safely distill fruit pulps or grain mashes without any risk of scorching.

3. Classic Pot Still Mode: Detach the column to operate the unit as a traditional alembic still—perfect for producing cognac, brandy, or fruit distillates while preserving rich raw-material flavors.

What Can You Craft?

• Noble Spirits: Craft whisky, brandy, cognac, chacha, grappa, gin, and botanical liqueurs.

• Natural Cosmetics & Aromatherapy: Organic floral waters (hydrosols) and essential oils for skincare, massage, and saunas.

• Culinary Extracts: Homemade botanical extracts, flavor essences, and fruit or grain distillates cooked risk-free.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Food-grade hammered copper with brass/copper fittings.

• Package Includes:

  • Heavy-duty Copper Boiler Pot

  • Bottom Boiler Mesh Sieve (Anti-scorching protection for thick mashes)

  • Alembic Helmet ("Onion Dome") with Swan-Neck Vapor Pipe

  • Removable Column

  • Internal Column Botanical Sieve (for herbs & spices)

  • Cooling Condenser Tank with Internal Coil & Water Fitting Connectors

  • Fastening Clamps / Connecting Elements (depending on boiler volume)

• Origin: Handcrafted in Portugal.

Note: As authentic hand-forged copper products, individual stills may display slight artisan characteristics (minor hammer or soldering marks). These details highlight the unique, handcrafted nature of each unit and do not affect functionality in any way.