Hello from the Appalachian mountains

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Fetsmith
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Hello from the Appalachian mountains

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Hi I'm new to the magnificent world of home distillation. I have a handmade 1 gallon copper pot still and my first run in it was a rum wash. I had what I think is a very successful run at 160 proof before cutting it down to 80. So after charring, filtering and adding fresh vanilla bean a cinnamon stick and some spices I have a very tasty final product. I can see how this can be addicting :thumbup:
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501outlaw
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Re: Hello from the Appalachian mountains

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Well hello and good luck here at hd !! And I must say a 1 gallon pot still is very small after good cuts you might have a shot or two ..... I'd go a little bigger so you can make good cuts and have a fair amount to enjoy !!
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HolyBear
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Re: Hello from the Appalachian mountains

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Welcome Outlaw... #1 on the size of your boiler. You might could use it as a thumper when you upgrade... Do yerself a favor and do lots of reading. Lots ta learn but this is the best place to do it!!! Welcome!!!
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