DIY Distilling

There’s nothing more satisfying than making something yourself, from scratch, using nothing but a handful of raw ingredients.

Here at DIY Distilling we want to create the best free resource on the internet to help you on your distilling journey – so you don’t have to make the same mistakes we did. A resource that answers the questions we WISH we were told 10 years ago!

We sincerely hope you find this site helpful, and please don’t hesitate to get in touch with any questions, suggestions, or recommendations you may have. Cheers! 🍸

Distilling 101

What is Proof (Alcohol) – Proof vs. Percent Explained!

As someone who enjoys a good drink from time to time, I’ve always been curious{...}

Distilling Distilling 101

What Are Low Wines (Distilling Explained)

As a beginner home distiller, you might have come across the term low wines.  It’s{...}

Distilling 101

A Complete Guide To Distillation Temperatures (Explained!)

If you’re anything like me, the further you get into the distilling hobby, the more{...}

Fermentation Ingredients Yeast

Double Pitching Yeast (And Co-Pitching Explained)

Double pitching and co-pitching are two different techniques to alter the fermentation process of your{...}

Distilling Distilling 101

Distillation Column Flooding (How To Prevent It)

Flooding is frustration – throwing your still out of equilibrium and often ruining your product..{...}

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Pot Still Puking (Why Is My Still Boiling Over?)

As a new distiller, one of the most dampening feelings is winding up with a{...}

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Gin Gin Recipes Spirits Uncategorized

How To Make Non-Alcoholic Gin (Try This Recipe)

With more people seeking to enjoy the flavor of gin without the negative impact on{...}

Gin Spirits

The 7 Best Alcohol-Free Gins (In 2023)

Are you looking to explore the world of non-alcoholic gin? Look no further than our{...}

Ingredients Spirits Sugars, Starches and Grains Whiskey

The Best Corn For Distilling (Making Whiskey and Moonshine)

Corn is the basis for the production of whiskey and moonshine. It has a starch{...}

Gin

How To Make Genever (Our DIY Guide)

Genever, commonly referred to as Dutch Gin, has been enjoyed for centuries in Holland. It’s{...}

Gin

How Does A Gin Basket Work (Distiller’s Guide)

Infused and cold compound gin can get monotonous over time. Yes, they introduce fantastic flavor{...}

Gin Gin Recipes Spirits

Fat Washed Gin (Try This Recipe!)

There are several creative ways to flavor your gin. From maceration and infusions to compound{...}

Read more in the Spritis category.

Ingredients Spirits Sugars, Starches and Grains Whiskey

The Best Corn For Distilling (Making Whiskey and Moonshine)

Corn is the basis for the production of whiskey and moonshine. It has a starch{...}

Fermentation Ingredients Yeast

Double Pitching Yeast (And Co-Pitching Explained)

Double pitching and co-pitching are two different techniques to alter the fermentation process of your{...}

Water

Does Distilled Water Freeze? (The Key Differences)

There are various ways to purify water. From distilling, deionizing, and reverse osmosis. Most of{...}

Ingredients Sugars, Starches and Grains

The 3 Best Sugar Wash Recipes (For Home Distilling) 

Sugar washes are one of the first recipes that the beginner distiller will learn. They’re{...}

Enzymes and Additives Ingredients

The Best Amylase For Brewing And Distilling (+ How To Use It)

The type of amylase used varies depending on the purpose they’re supposed to serve. While{...}

Enzymes and Additives Ingredients

What Is Pectic Enzyme (Pectinase) And Why You Need It!

There are instances where you would employ the use of pectic enzymes, and one of{...}

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Brewing Hardware Distilling Hardware Tools and Equipment

STC-1000 Controller (Complete Setup Guide)

Home brewing requires attention to detail in every step to achieve the desired flavor and{...}

Brewing Hardware Distilling Hardware Tools and Equipment

Grainfather Brewing System – Review (All Models Compared)

Home brewers are always bombarded with the next, best brewing unit.  Just when you think{...}

Distilling Hardware Tools and Equipment

What Is A Liquid Management Still? (And How Do They Work?)

There are many different reflux still topologies, each with their own benefits and drawbacks. One{...}

Distilling Hardware Tools and Equipment

What Is A CCVM Still? (And How Do They Work?)

There are many different reflux still topologies, each with their own benefits and drawbacks. One{...}

Filtering Tools and Equipment

The Best Carbon Filter For Distilling (+How To Use Them)

Whether or not to filter homemade spirits is a polarising topic. Some are adamant you{...}

Distilling Hardware Tools and Equipment

What Is A Cooling Management Still? (And How Do They Work?)

A cooling management still is 1 of 3 different methods for the control of reflux within a{...}

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