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A [[still]] that produces a distillate high in [[proof]] but without any distinctive character.
A that produces a distillate high in but without any distinctive character.


Reflux [[still|stills]] are used to create [[neutral spirit|neutral spirits]] which are very high in [[proof]](up to 96% alcohol), and therefore very low in distinctive flavors. Examples of beverages which rely on [[neutral spirit|neutral spirits]] are [[vodka]], [[gin]] and [[cordials]].
Reflux [[Still|stills]] are used to create [[Neutral_spirit|neutral spirits]] which are very high in [[Proof|proof]], (up to 96% alcohol), and are therefore very low in distinctive flavors. Examples of beverages which rely on [[neutral spirit|neutral spirits]] are [[Vodka|vodka]], [[Gin|gin]] and [[Cordial|cordials]].


There are several different designs that can be used to make a reflux still.  
There are several different designs that can be used to make a reflux still.  
*[[Valved Reflux Still]]
*[[Valved Reflux Still]]
*[[Making a Valved Reflux Still]]
*[[Making a Valved Reflux Still]]


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[[Category:Glossary]]
[[Category:Glossary]]
[[Category:Equipment]]

Revision as of 14:47, 19 August 2017

A that produces a distillate high in but without any distinctive character.

Reflux stills are used to create neutral spirits which are very high in proof, (up to 96% alcohol), and are therefore very low in distinctive flavors. Examples of beverages which rely on neutral spirits are vodka, gin and cordials.

There are several different designs that can be used to make a reflux still.