This column alembic still is ideal to carry out a steam distillation, and undoubtedly it is the most recommended still model to distill essential oils and flower essences. In this alembic still model the substances to distill are placed in the column and not in the pot still, like in the traditional alembic models. In this way the substances will not be in contact with water in the pot. Eventually, if the distiller be not satisfied with the distillation result, this model allows a new distillation of rectification, and for that it will only be needed to remove the column and put the helmet directly into the pot still (as it shows our photo). Our stills are manufactured with high quality copper and strong thickness. We use high purity tin and copper solder in the alembic still joints, avoiding in this way a construction free of lead. This alembic still model can be used for the distillation of alcoholic drinks, essential oils and flower waters. PLEASE NOTICE: If you wish to purchase this alembic still with our professional spring thermometer application (available in our section "accessories"), you must purchase the alembic still at the same time of the thermometer. Copper Sieve Trays for this model are also available in our section "Accessories".