Handcrafted in Portugal since 1837

Discover the beauty of traditional distilling with these authentic Al-Ambiq® Alembic Stills, handcrafted by master coppersmiths in a small artisan workshop just outside Porto, Portugal. Each piece reflects generations of craftsmanship, quality, and timeless design.

Versatile Uses

Perfect for beginners, hobbyists, and experimental distillers, these compact stills are ideal for:

Creating hydrosols and essential oils

Distilling artisan spirits, gin, and eau de vie

Producing flavour infusions and aromatic extracts

Two Stills in One

With Column: Ideal for steam distillation of essential oils or combined essential oil + hydrosol production.

Without Column: Functions as a classic pot still for producing small-batch spirits, hydrosols, and infused creations.

The column can also be used to suspend botanicals for crafting beautifully vapour-infused gin.

Perfect Size for Small-Batch Creativity

Ideal for quick, efficient distillations (approx. 1–1.5 hrs per run)

Compact enough for kitchen or home studio use

Uses small quantities of botanicals — perfect for garden-grown herbs and flowers

Easy to operate, clean, and store

Whether you choose the 3L or 5L model, this Alembic Column Still is an excellent gift for any home distiller or aromatherapy enthusiast.

📘 Optional Accessory

Enhance your craft with the “Ultimate Tabletop Distilling” book — a practical guide filled with recipes, techniques, and inspiration for your new Alembic still.