Category Archives: Filtering

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

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Whether or not to filter homemade spirits is a polarising topic. Some are adamant you have to, and others will tell you ‘it’s all a hoax‘. Even commercial spirits will advertise that they are “triple filtered” to bolster rapport.  But what’s the truth? Carbon filtering is worth it if you want to smoothen a rough{…}

How To Filter Alcohol (Is Carbon Filtering Worth It?)

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Filtering of homemade spirits is about as polarising as politics. Some are adamant you have to, and others will tell you ‘it’s all a hoax‘. Even commercial spirits will advertise that they are “triple filtered” to bolster rapport.  So should you filter alcohol? Is it an essential step to producing a smooth drink or does{…}

How To Fix A Low Proof Distillate (Beginner Mistakes)

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Vevor Air Still Review (The Easiest Way To Distill Alcohol At Home?)

The Vevor 4L water distiller is a great option for beginner home distillers because of{...}

8 Vevor Replacement Parts and Upgrades (Master Distiller Advises)

When I started my journey into distilling I bought a Vevor pot still.. well.. because{...}

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How to Make Pitorro At Home (Step-by-Step Guide)

Pitorro is a popular Puerto Rican drink, especially during special occasions. It follows the same{...}

The Best Still For Making Whiskey (In 2024)

With so many whiskey-making stills on the market, choosing one that will cater to your{...}

The Best Still For Making Vodka (In 2024)

I make a lot of gin, and to make gin you need vodka first. Over{...}

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