Chamomile Flower Botanical

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Chamomile Flower Botanical for distilling.

In brief Chamomile flower a popular choice for distilling. Notably a delicate and fragrant flower significantly adding a gentle sweet floral scent to any distilled spirit. Therefore distilling in several different ways. Like adding directly to the still. Infusing in a neutral vodka or infused in a sugar syrup. The delicate aroma of chamomile flower best captured in essential oil and often used to flavor liqueurs. In essence many distillers find the flavor to be quite mild when distilled, so often blended with other herbs or spices to increase the complexity of the flavor. Chamomile flower create a smooth and unusual flavor that is calming. Chamomile is known for its tranquility properties. The benefits of chamomile are derived through it’s antispasmodic properties, helping to relax muscular and nervous tension.

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Distilling with Chamomile Flower Botanical.

1. Firstly, start by gathering the materials you need. You will need the chamomile flower, a pot or kettle, a strainer, and a sealable container.

2. Secondly, place the chamomile flower in the pot or kettle and fill it halfway with water.

3. Thirdly, bring the water to a boil and simmer for about 30 minutes.

4. Strain the liquid into the sealable container.

5. Seal the container and allow the liquid to cool.

6. Once the liquid has cooled, you can begin to distill. Place the sealed container in the pot or kettle and fill the pot with water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the container.

7. Bring the water to a boil and reduce the heat to a simmer. The steam from the boiling water will condense inside the sealed container and collect on the lid.

8. Place a glass bowl under the lid to collect the condensed liquid. As the liquid accumulates, pour it into a separate container so that it can be stored.

9. When the bowl is full, turn off the heat and allow the pot to cool.

10. The liquid you have collected is your distilled chamomile flower essence. Enjoy!

Chamomile Flower Botanical!

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