Schedule your own in-person session at our workshop lab space on the beautiful Waiheke Island—just a 40 minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland. Suits small groups—organise your own or join in on one. Max of 8 people.
Learn the Art of Distilling with Jill Mulvaney
The Alembics Lab is an online learning platform created by Jill Mulvaney—renowned distiller, aroma expert, and founder of Alembics New Zealand. Based on Waiheke Island, the Lab offers immersive courses that teach the foundations of distilling essential oils, hydrosols, and alcohol, using natural botanicals and practical techniques.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced maker, The Alembics Lab will guide you through everything from choosing the right still to exploring the alchemy of flavour and aroma. Courses are filmed on Waiheke and designed to be fun, accessible and hands-on.
Discover the magic of distilling—at home or in your practice.
