The Complete Distiller / Containing, I. The method of performing the various processes of distillation, with descriptions of the several instruments: the whole doctrine of fermentation: the manner of drawing spirits from malt, raisins, molasses, sugar, &c. and of rectifying them: with instructions for imitating, to the greatest perfection, both the colour and flavour of French brandies. II. The manner of distilling all kinds of simple waters from plants, flowers, &c. III. The method of making all the compound waters and rich cordials so largely imported from France and Italy; as likewise all those now made in Great Britain. To which are added, accurate descriptions of the several drugs, plants, flowers, fruits, &c. used by distillers, and instructions for chusing the best of each kind...

Chapter 54: CHAP. XII. Of Baum-water.

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The treatise delivers a practical, step‑by‑step manual for producing spirits, simple floral waters, and compound cordials, combining methods of fermentation, brewing, distillation apparatus, and rectification. It describes how to draw alcohol from malt, fruits, molasses, and sugars, offers techniques for imitating continental brandy colours and flavours, and gives recipes adapted to both commercial distillers and domestic practitioners. Supplementary sections explain selection and preparation of botanical ingredients, the virtues and uses of preparations, and principles behind processes so readers can refine technique and scale recipes for small batches.

CHAP. XII.
Of Baum-water.

Baum is a plant well known in our Gardens. It flowers in July, and is of a fine cordial Flavour; but so weak, that it is soon dissipated and lost; nor is it easy to dry it so as to preserve its natural Scent.

Baum-water, therefore should be drawn when the Plant is green; and in order to procure the Water in full Perfection, it should be cohobated, or returned several times upon fresh Parcels of the Plant; by this means a Water may be procured from Baum extremely rich, and of considerable Use as a Cordial.

If the Balneum Mariæ be used, the Water is much better than that drawn by an Alembic. The Water drawn from this Plant by the cold Still will also be very fragrant, and highly impregnated with the Virtues of the Plant.