Fragrance adventure: A journey into the world of hydrolats and essential oils on Bonistra

Activity

Start Location: Krkavče 131 B, 6274 Šmarje • Show on the map

Duration

2 hours and 30 minutes

Description

We invite you on a magical journey to the heart of the unspoiled nature of the Dragonja river valley in Slovenian Istria, where the wonderful Bonistra herbal estate is located. Join us and pamper your senses with native aromatic herbs, which are grown here with special care, and learn about the magical process of obtaining hydrolats and essential oils.

At Bonistra, we offer you an exceptional experience where you will have the opportunity to participate in the extraction of these fragrant treasures. You will delve into the secrets of distillation and discover how wonderful hydrolats and essential oils are created from herbs. Through the workshops, you will get to know different scents, learn to use these magical drops and discover their benefits for well-being, personal care and health.

Enter the world of Bonistra, where you will connect with nature and surrender to the peace of the unspoiled countryside. Live the magical experience of our herbal estate that will pamper and delight your senses. Join us and discover the hidden beauty of Slovenian Istria through the scents and fragrant drops of our indigenous herbs.

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Program

.Take a serene but well-qualified journey into the world of hydrolats and essential oils and learn about their diverse use. In this workshop, you will not only learn how to produce these fragrant treasures, but you will also have the opportunity to try all the Bonistra products we have to offer.

First, we will delve into hydrolats - gentle aqueous extracts obtained during the distillation process that contain mild plant essences. You will learn how hydrolats are used in aromatherapy and as natural skin care products. You'll learn how to incorporate hydrolats into your daily routine to improve your skin, calm your mind and promote well-being.

Then we will focus on essential oils, which are highly concentrated essences of plants. Essential oils have many beneficial properties such as calming, invigorating, improving concentration and even relieving physical discomfort. You will learn how to use essential oils in aromatherapy, massages, baths, inhalations and in making homemade cosmetic products.

At the workshop, you will have the opportunity to try all Bonistra products, which are made from indigenous herbs and obtained with special care. This includes a variety of hydrolats and essential oils that you will be able to smell, indulge in and experience their unique scents and effects on your senses.

Surrender to the magic of hydrolats and essential oils and discover their potential for personal care, well-being and health. In this workshop, you will combine the expertise of obtaining these valuables with the direct experience of trying Bonistra products and enjoying their fragrant charms.

Key points of the program:

  • Distillation - what is it, types of distillation, process,
  • Distiller - description, materials, differences,
  • Plant material - when to collect, what to collect, how to grow,
  • Products - separation of essential oils from hydrolat,
  • Final product - packaging, conservation,
  • Use of hydrolats,
  • Use of essential oils,
  • Steam distillation to obtain hydrolat and essential oils - practical implementation.

Start location: Krkavče 131 B, 6274 Šmarje • Show on the map

A little further from the village of Dragonja, you will see a small stone house above the road on the right, and a herb garden below it. Our friendly dog Jackie will be waiting for you.

Maximum number of participants

8

Transportation

You need to take care of your own transportation.

Difficulty level

Easy (Most guests can participate)

Additional information

- Dress code: comfortable sportswear.

What is included:
  • Drink
  • Each participant gets a bottle of hydrolate, which we produced at the workshop.