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by notneo
Sat Nov 22, 2008 1:31 am
Forum: Related Electric Accessories
Topic: Weld-Free Electric Keg Boiler: A How-To Guide
Replies: 81
Views: 47767

Re: Weld-Free Electric Keg Boiler: A How-To Guide

Are you able to clean the inside of the keg / boiler? Has the top been cut off?

Also with your element, does it have a temp control or do you run 5.5kw during stripping and distilling?
by notneo
Fri Nov 21, 2008 4:33 am
Forum: Novice Forum Graveyard
Topic: Easiest way to obtain neutral tasting vodka?
Replies: 15
Views: 2103

Re: Easiest way to obtain neutral tasting vodka?

Both branches of the craft require a certain amount of dedication, budget and commitment though, not something you're gunna get good at by scanning stuff and winging it. I completely agree, but as with all things you need to start somewhere and that's what I'm trying to suss out, where to start oth...
by notneo
Thu Nov 20, 2008 11:04 pm
Forum: Novice Forum Graveyard
Topic: Easiest way to obtain neutral tasting vodka?
Replies: 15
Views: 2103

Re: Easiest way to obtain neutral tasting vodka?

Yep I get you. Looks like there's no short cuts then I will need to go all out if I want pure product. Was thinking I could substitute a good wash and forget about the reflux by condensation (besides what the packing would do).

Cheers,
by notneo
Thu Nov 20, 2008 10:39 pm
Forum: Novice Forum Graveyard
Topic: Easiest way to obtain neutral tasting vodka?
Replies: 15
Views: 2103

Re: Easiest way to obtain neutral tasting vodka?

it really is never worth it to use turbos. aim for a 10-12% wash and let it take its own time over a week or two with plain yeast and you will not be dissapointed. to answer your main question, a proper reflux column is by FAR the easiest and best way for neutral. When you say proper reflux do you ...
by notneo
Thu Nov 20, 2008 9:01 pm
Forum: Novice Forum Graveyard
Topic: Easiest way to obtain neutral tasting vodka?
Replies: 15
Views: 2103

Easiest way to obtain neutral tasting vodka?

Hello, I have been reading through the parent site, the forums and the Compleat Distiller. I'll admit I have browsed some sections and not paid 100% attention but I now have a pretty wide range of surface knowledge :) My question is what is the easiest way to obtain neutral alcohol (aka vodka). I am...