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Got my first sweetfeed wash started yesterday. It smells awesome! Can't wait to run it!

I have typed in 'water quality' in the site search area and got no results which is why i Posted here.

I am getting closer to my first mash. I am planning on running a pot still to make whiskey. How important is water quality? I am on a well that does have some iron in it. Other than that it is OK. Can I use it or should I buy bottled water? Do I need distilled or spring or what...?

I was wondering about the water used for the mash. Do most use distilled, tap , well water or what. I am on a well that the water has some iron in it. What would be my best choice?

Thanks for the help. Seems like the simple nthings are the hardest to figure out!

where do I go to change my password? I forgot my original password and was given one that I have to keep written down. How do I change it to something else?

It does not specify what is in it. It says for all plumbing projects, ASTM certified to ANSI/NSF61. Also ASTM B32

I was going to start soldering my parts together to build a pot still today. However, I was reading a post this morning, that I can't find now, that said just because the solder package says "lead free" does not mean it is safe! Something called 'antimoniv' I think. Now I don't trust my so...

I have a ss stock pot I plan to use. Haven't checked the exact size yetbut I'm guessing in the 30 qt range.

Hmmmm Must be why I haven't seen ice mentioned before. Good to know. Mike

I am now looking at a 1" x 20" riser reducing to 3/8 ID coil. Does this sound sufficient, at least for a first go? Mike

Just wondering, if you fill the worm bucket with ice, will that not last for a run? Mike

How is the 1" riser working for you? I just bought materials for a 1"x20" riser today. Plan to 90 off then start reducing down to 3/8 ID coil. Thanks, Mike

I am looking at a 5 to 8 gal still with 1/2 in coil. What diameter riser would I need, how tall, and does the coil need to start from the top or the side, as in a tee? This site is great and I am getting to the nitty gritty...


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astronomical wrote:Whatscha smoke last? post some pics of somtin good....

Doing a whole chicken tomorrow. I will try to get some pics. Pulled pork is one of my best!

Hi Pitsmoker, Welcome to HD and enjoy your new addiction . We might meet someday since I'm in south louisiana about 1 1/2 hours from gulfport. You gonna slowly find out that we are everywhere but just don't talk about it too much. What ya looking to make ? There are good recipies for just about any...

As a new member i JUST WANTED TO SAY HI. After lurking for a few days, I knew I had to join. I want to learn to distill my own spirits and this seems to be the place to learn all about it. I will soon be asking questions but still have some reading to do. Cant wait to get started! Mike Mod Edit: Add...