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100 liters of apple cider 7%ABV, single pass distilled with a 4 plates column still. Takeoff abv around 88%ABV through entire run. Around 3.5 liters collected. What came out is a pretty neutral tasting brandy, not much apple aroma. Disappointed for our first run with our new gear.

What should we do to achieve a flavorfull apple brandy. Less plate? Lower takeoff abv? Any other cue?

Thanks in advance.