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I have some oak chips that I want to char- advice please.

Thanks guys.

I have 2 oak (10l) barrels filled with rakia in my shed at the moment. Is it better to leave them outside in the Bulgarian winter (up to -20C), or move them inside?

Is it advisable not to use plastic funnels for spirits? The contact time is very small.

I bought it from a flea market in Bulgaria.

How do I test for Copper Sulphate and lead?

I've noticed a distinct blue tinge in the lid of my still. The pot is a good colour.
Advice please.

It worked ok on the vinegar run.
It's 20l.
There is a tap and hose behind the blue condenser bucket.
I am thinking of replacing the heater with a ceramic one. Good idea?
How much wine should I use on the sac run, bearing in mind I have Scottish blood?

I am ready to start my sac run. Your thoughts are welcome.

Danespirit: Thank you very much for the very clear description. I had read many times the links above without understanding. Your article should be placed in the links.

So, a stripping run involves removing 50ml and leaving the tails for the spirit run?

My reading is going well thanks, Goblin. The science to distill safely is not easy.
My still is 20 litres. Is 50 ml too small?

I have made my first vinegar run- I am waiting to do my sac alcohol run, and need to post a photo.
When I do my first run proper, I want to separate each 50ml into glass jars. When I have done this, will I need to do a second run?

I spoiled a batch of wine- it turned to vinegar. My local wine lab recommended an alkali to add to the wash before distilling.
Your advice please.

I bought a small pot still from the local market and am in the process of cleaning it.
I would love to make class whisky.

I'm an English man who lives in Bulgaria.
I have just collected my pear rakia from the local still. I have covered it with a coffee filter paper.
How long should I leave it?