moonshine distilling equipment

For making moonshine, you will require the appropriate equipment.

Basic setup requires a still, heat source and condenser; additionally you’ll require a fermentation vessel, hydrometer and thermometer.

Here’s a brief run-down on each component:

1. Still: Your still is where all the magic takes place! By heating fermented mash to separate alcohol from its other components, such as water.
2. Heat source: You will require heat in order to begin distillation; sources may include propane burners, electric heating elements or wood fire.
3. Condenser: This component cools alcohol vapor back down into liquid form. Often in the form of a coil or tube submerged in cold water.
4. Fermentation vessel: You will use this container for mixing ingredients and fermenting them – for instance, a simple food-grade plastic bucket will do just fine!
5. Hydrometer: This tool measures the specific gravity of your mash to help determine its alcohol content prior to and post distillation.
6. Thermometer: Maintaining an ideal temperature range during distillation requires careful temperature regulation; having a reliable thermometer on hand will assist in keeping things in their proper places.