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Total noob here with 2 runs 35 years ago on old aluminum pressure cooker, needless to say horrible, but over last 2 years have been researching various aspects of the craft. New 8 gallon + 3 gallon thumper stainless setup, cleaned, vinegar and sacrificial run completed. Ready?? to attempt Orange brandy?? Probably not but trying anyway.

Give it a try. Even if you can't drink it it'll give you knowledge and experience.

Welcome. If the oranges are free, give it a shot. If not a simple sugar wash or corn mash will be cheaper to learn on. I started with UJSSM and it turned out OK after some time on Oak. The tried and true recipes are a good starting point because if you have questions someone here has done it, messed it up and can help

Welcome to HD! I agree with Subbrew, I started off after a bunch of reading with Shady's Sugar Shine for my first few batches, for me it was a great learning tool, having never done this before. My other recommendation, as a fellow noobie, is read. There is SO MUCH information here, soak all of it up you can, it will flatten your learning curve.

Rusty

Welcome, neighbor
Maybe give UJSSM a shot before getting too complicated. A simple recipe with guaranteed results that you’ll like.

Good luck

Welcome TXAKN

Good to have you aboard, Cheer's to the success of making something good, if not cheers to the experience, and knowledge you'll gain.
Best of luck, & remember to take notes

Stay Safe and Have Fun
BlackStrap