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[Hadleyburg Chef]

I’m not very friendly, and dislike posting on the internet generally. I went with this username assuming the handle “Old Man Winter” was already taken. I believe it’s important to share and make contributions, however- as it looks like there is quite a bit of knowledge and wisdom on this site.

I’m primarily interested in safe, effective home distillation for personal use- it’s been a very interesting hobby so far. I’m excited to learn more about different methods of cooling vapor in different still designs.

My current distillation skill level is “vevor”. It seemed like a better option than just trying to build one based off the instructions in the old Fox Fire books, though. I live on the West Coast currently and have about 4-5 runs under my belt so far. I’ve managed to cobble together (after a lot of reading) a sugar wash recipe that works fairly well. I’m looking forward to trying a mash next- possibly something with corn and barley.

[Saltbush Bill]

Welcome aboard Hadley, Ive seen more than one newb here say that some folk here are not very friendly......so you might just fit in yet.

I’ve managed to cobble together (after a lot of reading) a sugar wash recipe that works fairly well.

You need go no further than here ~~~>viewforum.php?f=14
They are pretty much guaranteed fool proof. If its sugar wash your after try Shadys Recipe, if its a SugarHead try the UJSSM Recipe.

My current distillation skill level is “vevor”. It seemed like a better option than just trying to build one

I'll have to disagree with that.

based off the instructions in the old Fox Fire books,

Spend some time looking around the forum and you will find everything you need to build a much much better still.
The build threads are a great place to start and lots of people will guide you in the right direction.

[Wildcats]

Welcome aboard man. Check out the Tried and True. Have fun and stay safe.