SOLD OUT: Botanical Spirits

Whether you make gin, aquavit, botanical vodka, absinthe, liqueurs, or other botanical spirits, come and join the two Daves (StilL 630 Founder David Weglarz and David T Smith, International Gin Author and Consultant) for a deep dive into the world of botanicals!

The duo will discuss a range of advanced techniques for extracting botanicals with topics including:

• Maceration/infusion (including ABV, time, temperature, and preparation)
• Pro/Cons of distilling Botanicals-In and Botanicals-Out
• Use of different stills, including Pot, Vapor Infusion, and Vacuum
• ABV of charge for a still
• Use of dried vs. fresh botanicals and their preparation
• Use of Terroir and ensuring consistency
• The chemical composition of botanicals
• Unconventional botanicals and how to treat them
• New techniques, including ultrasonic maceration

Still 630 also has a distillate library with over 350 samples that attendees will be able to experience a selection of.

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