Nuclear Whiskey / Nuclear Rum and Spirits Rapid Ageing

[Vantucky Shine]

I read the first 6 pages of this thread and then gave it a try. Had various batches on medium toasted french oak from brew store at roughly 1 heaping tablespoon per quart. I brought them tp 170-180 with digital temp checks.

run one
fresh rocky mtn mix distillate - sweet feed with less corn, more grains. ~40%....after I was done, I proofed it and realized I fouled up somewhere, so water heavy by a wide margin here.
oak chips, heaping Tsp.
heated in 1/2 pint jars.
Ran til one started to bubble.
capped after a few minutes, let volatile head evaporate was the idea as you could clearly see the vapor.
Put in freezer, chilled about an hour and was room temp or lower by feel, didn't measure it.

Lather rinse repeat 2 more times. Tastes great now by comparison of precursor. I did this in a slam bam, thank you mam fashion in one night. About 1-2 hours per cycle. In the small vessels, it over-oaked quite a bit, but is still preferable on the palate to the precursor. I'm not much of a whisky drinker, but my wife is. She really commented on it taking that bite off, I concur. It was so harsh to me I quit drinking it and just enjoy the process of making and tasting it by the spoonful as I learn my cuts and flavoring likes while I progress from total noob to slightly educated and thinking I know what I'm doing when I really don't. Only batch I've "liked" so far was stored in the shed for six months. Reading the thread, temp swing theory makes more sense now. Especially the temp vac/pressure model at play with sealed vessels.

run two
Hearts rocky mtn mix in a fifth knob creek bottle, ~3/4 full for breathing room. 70 ABV - better up front checks this cycle.
Tsp of same oak chips, been sitting for a month or so. Not acceptable flavor yet for me due to that harsh bite.
Nuked til first bubble or surface disruption noted.
Could see vapors refluxing on the neck as it was recapturing any said heads. Was neat to watch, but figured I should be losing that for the sake of better flavor if its the heads. Like a micro rerun of the product. It refluxed quite a bit, there was clearly more than water evaporating from the fluid surface being the temp was 40F below boiling.

Ran twice this time. Less coloring than run one, but less oak chips per volume too. Much better overall flavor. I'll attribute that to less oak and higher ABV on this round empirically by taste. I proofed it down to 50 ABV for drinking, still sharp, but better. But a lot of whisky is sharp, this is actually pretty good, I'm just an FNG. Now, for me, it is clearly into the acceptable realm of consumption side by side with commercial offerings a shelf or three up.

Takeaway notes -

1. I'll be doing this for quick drinking whisky to bridge the gap to aging it long term as I progress in this hobby.
2. I will develop a recipe to soften/prework any long term aging batches. The idea of pouring something I like into a barrel and knowing it will get better beats pouring something I don't really like into a barrel hoping it will get better. This is a plan, hope is not a plan.
3. This is absolutely worth doing. If afraid of microwave, then do it hot canning style in water since the heat is the theory.
4. I'm going to experiment with no oak to see if this heat cycling alone will improve my base distallate. This will lend credence to the heads boiling out micro distilling observation made in run two in the knob creek style square bottle. In short, use a jar for that large surface are and no restriction for the vapor to escape or surface to reflux into. If I can make a micro spirit run in my microwave versus running another 5 gallon base batch, that's real progress for us DIY folks. Make my product better by running in microwave for minutes vs hours, hmm, let me ponder that. I plan to explore this much more for the simple fact it already shows great promise.

Time to start recording more. All arguments against it be damned, any home distiller needs to know this information. I was looking to taper off on this hobby and just buy commercial, this technique should bridge the gap to acceptable drinking

[Truckinbutch]

Vantucky , rest assured that 3 cycles on white dog will smooth and improve . Still gonna be white dog , but better than it was . Makes for less harsh mixed drinks . Admittedly , there are a lot of pages here . They deserve to be read because you never know what gem of knowledge you may glean for your efforts .
There are no documented cases of a wave exploding and the likker is improved . That's the bottom line .

[toetag]

I'm trying this with some 110 proof i had settin here. Does anyone know how many times JD barrel chips can be used? If this has been asked already im sorry. I haven't got to read all this yet.

[S-Cackalacky]

I'm trying this with some 110 proof i had settin here. Does anyone know how many times JD barrel chips can be used? If this has been asked already im sorry. I haven't got to read all this yet.

Mostly just guessing, but I would say no more than 2 or 3 times. I usually just use them once and save them for the charcoal grill. Whiskey soaked oak gives some nice flavor to a burger.

[FullySilenced]

You can use them a couple of times and them leave them in one of the nukes for longer term ageing if you so desire.. or bbq with em or toss em your choice...

As of late I nuke a couple of times then leave the chips in for a few weeks to 6 months... all depends on what my inventory is... or the product i am nukin blueberry nukins ... they are nuke and drink.. same with any of the fruit nukins ...

Happy Stillin

FS

[HDNB]

I'm trying this with some 110 proof i had settin here. Does anyone know how many times JD barrel chips can be used? If this has been asked already im sorry. I haven't got to read all this yet.

personally, i wouldn't use them the first time.

new aged white oak toasted at 380 and med/heavy char...mmmmmmmm

french oak for a spicier version

[NZChris]

I only brew one lot of coffee out of my beans and my used JD & JB chips are drying in a jar next to my smoker.

I only use those chips for nuked quickies from the leftovers. The good stuff is on local wood I roasted and toasted myself.

[toetag]

My try turned out very well. I nuked for a 1min 30sec and let set over night while i was working. Then one more time that morning and let set for the day while i was sleeping. Gave it a teaspoon of vanilla extract. It didn't last to long setting on the counter. It was smooth enough just to sip with a little Dr.Pepper on the side.

I have done some more 135 proof. Will oaking affect my alcholmeter reading so i can dilute to 80.

[jrome]

Maybe someone mentioned this before but I didn't read it - but as a word of caution - be sure not* to use a solid lid on the jars. Make sure and have the two piece lid that comes with a typical mason jar. This has a sealable lid that is meant to be under negative pressure. If you have a solid, one piece lid, then unscrewing it when there is negative pressure inside the jar becomes nigh impossible...

I found out the hard way

Something like this:

[Due51]

Another word of advice: Don't overdo the nuking. My nature is - if some is good, more is better. I nuked to the point of boiling, let it cool naturally then repeated the process 3 or 4 times. Now I have the cloudiest whiskey imaginable. Soooooo....don't do that.

[FullySilenced]

Someone didn't read the suggested instructions...

redistill it not throw it away...

FS

[heartcut]

Been doing 3 ea 150degF nukes a day apart as a jump start to barrel aging, good for a few months head start.
Got enough nerve to try it on AG stuff and haven't been sorry.
Been doing it for a while now on piggybacks and rum, it's my go-to method and will make a piggyback drinkable in 3 days.
Good stuff.
Imagine Jack Daniels with a 200 foot tall microwave treatment unit...

[bentstick]

It was nice to get into it,thank you sir!

[LukeDuke]

Cost? For the class.

[acfixer69]

I heard that a few cancelled Roc so it still got room for more Last one was a blast

AC

[ShineonCrazyDiamond]

Very little response this go around I guess nobody has an interest!

Don't feel bad. To be honest, I just don't know what else there is to learn on the subject. I mean, after 23 pages of follow up to an OP that had very clear instructions...what do you really need a class for...?

I do this every day, doesn't mean it's not interesting. I love it.

[LukeDuke]

Very little response this go around I guess nobody has an interest!

I didn't know whom to PM. Tried looking up "Fully" and found nothing. Tried to find the thread mentioning the class and found nothing. So that's why I didn't sign up. Can't speak for anyone else though.

[S-Cackalacky]

Rock, can you explain a little about what the class is about and how it will be conducted? I follow this thread fairly close and your post was the first I've heard about this. I might join in if I knew a little more about it.

As many others have, I've done some of my own variations of the process to experiment and find what works best for me. Some have been decent and others have been total flops. It would be good to get a fresh perspective.

[FullySilenced]

ButterScotch Nukins

Was looking to make something for the holidays that could be enjoyed by most adults... or given as a gift... this is the first one i am sharing...


Holiday ButterScotch Vodka


750ml of clean neutral/vodka at 40 to 45 abv

22oz of "Premium" butterscotch hard candy ... i used Brachs


Put the candy in a quart mason type canning jar..

Pour the neutral over it... (for you instruction sticklers take the candy out of the plastic wrappers please...)

Nuke it in the jar, open no lid... for about 2 minutes then screw the lid on. (Just getting it warm to help melt the candy)

Shake it occasionally till the hard candy has melted.

Let it cool.

Nice clean tasting butterscotch drink for the holiday season...

It's good straight up, on the rocks or even in coffee...

Happy Stilling

FS

and KEEP ON NUKIN !!!

[S-Cackalacky]

That sounds good. My daughter buys butterscotch schnaps at the liquor store - about the only thing she ever drinks.

She might like this recipe. Thanks for posting it.

[Stainless dude]

Nice write up Fully, I'll have to give that a go.

[Bushman]

Does sound like a good holiday drink

[eevanborky]

Hey I just got done leaving a jar of whiskey on a lava lamp stand for 6 hrs and may I say it is amazing! Much better than nuclear aging and it has a great amber color with a smooth taste and finish!!!! Lava lamp all the way

[FullySilenced]

I see you have a thread going for the Lava lamps hopefully you can keep posting lava lamp results there and even maybe some music suggestions while you watch the lava lamp juice move around..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvA0CFJL9Gw" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" rel="nofollow

Far out man...and PEACE

MAKE LOVE NOT WAR !

FS

[FullySilenced]

Holiday Spirits or on my mind...

Cinnamon Schnapps

• 44 fluid oz distilled water
• 8 oz sugar (about a cup)
• 4 fluid oz white/light corn syrup (a half cup)
• 1/4 fluid oz cinnamon oil (half a Tablespoon)
• 2 tsps food-grade glycerine
• 8 fluid oz 190 proof neutral or PGA
• 1/4 tsp red food coloring (Optional)

Add corn syrup, sugar, and 16 oz of the distilled water to a saucepan over medium heat. Once the sugar begins to dissolve, CAREFULLY add the cinnamon oil, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves completely. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and continue to simmer for 5 additional minutes whisking occasionally to ensure that the oil integrates into the sugar syrup completely. Take the syrup off the heat, stir in the remaining 28 oz of water along with the glycerine, and check to ensure that the temperature is well below 172F before adding the grain alcohol (the lower the better befow 100f). Add food coloring if desired and store in a glass bottle or drink it NOW!!!

Have Fun and Happy Stillin

FS

KEEP ON NUKIN

[FullySilenced]

Made more Butterscotch Vodka today... man is it good.. used a little less candy in today batch... but less vodka as well.. Here is how i made this one...

Holiday Treats or Gifts

ButterShot Nukins or ButterScotch Vodka Nukins what ever you wanna call it.. its dang good...

750ml of 40 to 45 abv Neutral or clean vodka (i used 40)

16 oz of Butterscotch candy discs

Remove all the butterscotch candy from the packages and put them in a good quart jar...

Fill the jar up with neutral should take about 650ml

Nuke the candy and vodka open topped for 3 minutes or so ... should be really hot but not boiling...

Screw on the lid... and shake it occasionally till the candy is melted.... (in suspension)

Let cool and drink as a shot or put it on the rocks for a smooth butterscotch sip.

Have fun and this is about the least work you will ever have to make a gift for someone special...

Happy Stillin

FS

(The left over 100ml of vodka/neutral can be added after you sip a little out of the jar or used for other things) i put mine 100ml in a second jar and diluted the original jar to make more quantity of the buttershots...

and keep on nukin

[heartcut]

Tried the peppermint schnapps and it's really good! Thanks.

[Bushman]

Looks like a really good holiday drink would like to give this a go but currently looking to come up with something for the meeting this June in Colorado!

[LukeDuke]

Made more Butterscotch Vodka today... man is it good.. used a little less candy in today batch... but less vodka as well.. Here is how i made this one...

Holiday Treats or Gifts

ButterShot Nukins or ButterScotch Vodka Nukins what ever you wanna call it.. its dang good...

750ml of 40 to 45 abv Neutral or clean vodka (i used 40)

16 oz of Butterscotch candy discs

Remove all the butterscotch candy from the packages and put them in a good quart jar...

Fill the jar up with neutral should take about 650ml

Nuke the candy and vodka open topped for 3 minutes or so ... should be really hot but not boiling...

Screw on the lid... and shake it occasionally till the candy is melted.... (in suspension)

Let cool and drink as a shot or put it on the rocks for a smooth butterscotch sip.

Have fun and this is about the least work you will ever have to make a gift for someone special...

Happy Stillin

FS

(The left over 100ml of vodka/neutral can be added after you sip a little out of the jar or used for other things) i put mine 100ml in a second jar and diluted the original jar to make more quantity of the buttershots...

and keep on nukin

Tried the butterscotch, and it was awesome. Thanks! Though I only used 8oz of candy. It was still perfect. This will make a good Christmas gift to a few. Followed the same instructions using butter rum candy, and that has just became my new favorite drink. Thanks again.

[FullySilenced]

@LukeDuke I am pleased you gave it a try... yes it is good... I was finishing a batch for gifts this evening and had a chance to taste a sip while it was still warm.... not hot but warm...

I poured about half a shot glass and sipped it straight up... I can say it was truly amazing sweet, smooth and warming...

If you have tried the butterscotch give us some feed back... on your results...

FS

KEEP ON NUKIN...


now to find some butter rum discs