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How To Make Invert Sugar (Distiller’s Guide)

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From improving the texture to prolonging the shelf life of baked goods, inverted sugar truly is a baker’s best secret. But did you know you can use this magical elixir to improve the quality of your spirit? It’s highly fermentable, allowing for a high-proof spirit, and creates a smoother well-rounded drink.  To make:  Now you’re{…}

5 Best Yeasts for Making and Distilling Rum (Best Rum Yeast Explained!)

Image of DIY Distilling The best yeast for making Rum and rhum agricole

With more than 1500 varieties of yeast available to choose from, knowing the right type to use when making rum can be baffling. And, because any type of yeast can be used, there is no wrong option. It all depends on your taste, preference, and budget. However, some yeast types perform better than others. Rum{…}

The Best Yeast For Distilling Tequila and Mezcal (Explained!)

Image of DIY Distilling The best yeast for making tequila and mezcal

With more than 1500 varieties of yeast available to choose from, knowing the right type to choose when making tequila can be baffling. And, because any type of yeast can be used, there is the wrong option. It all depends on your taste, preference, and budget. However, some yeast types perform better than others. Agave{…}

The Best Whiskey Yeast (Our 5 Top Picks For Distilling Whiskey)

Image of DIY Distilling The best yeast for making whiskey and whisky

With more than 1500 varieties of yeast available to choose from, knowing the right type to use when making whiskey can be baffling. And because any type of yeast *can* be used, there is no bad or good option. It all depends on your taste, preference, and budget. However, some yeast types perform better than{…}

The Best Yeast For Distilling Vodka And Neutral Spirits? (Explained!)

Image of DIY Distilling The best yeast for making vodka and neutral spirits

With more than 1500 varieties of yeast available to choose from, knowing the right type to use in distilling vodka can be baffling. And, because any type of yeast can be used, there is no bad or good option. It all depends on your taste, preference, and budget. However, some yeast types perform better than{…}

Is Turbo Yeast Good? (Turbo Yeast Explained!)

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Much has been said about turbo yeast since it came into the market. Some would claim that works like magic, while others would say that it was only fit to produce alcohol good enough to be used as paint thinner. Nevertheless, much improvement has been done to it since it was introduced by Gert Strand{…}

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?)

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8 Vevor Replacement Parts and Upgrades (Master Distiller Advises)

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

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The Best Still For Making Whiskey (In 2024)

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The Best Still For Making Vodka (In 2024)

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