Essence of Lavender (Extrait de Lavande).

Oil of lavender7 oz.
Alcohol5 qts.

A far superior essence may be prepared by the distillation of:

Oil of lavender7 oz.
Rose water2 qts.
Alcohol10 qts.

The distillation is continued until one-half of the entire liquid has passed over; the residue in the still furnishes an essence of lavender of the second quality.