Home brewing has been known since ancient times. An interesting detail of this peculiar art is that from ancient times it was used copper moonshine stills. There are a lot of good reviews about them, and a wide variety allows each buyer to find a model that he will like.
Why copper?
Connoisseurs of quality alcohol always note that the most delicious alcohol is obtained when it is made in metal utensils. The copper surface is good in that it retains the specific taste of the drink, helping to reveal it and add new shades. And the copper moonshine stills themselves last much longer - it is not by chance that they are chosen due to just the practicality and affordability of the price.
In the modern version, the devices, of course, have changed significantly. They have become more compact and stylish in terms of design, and sometimes are created manually. With the help of copper moonshine stills, it is possible to produce whiskey, calvados, wine of different strengths and a taste bouquet. Some models are based on a combination of copper with stainless steel or glass. And sometimes a tube or dome is created from copper.
The secret of popularity
Copper moonshine still gets good reviews from those who are looking for ways to make delicious alcoholic beverages. The distinctive features of this equipment include:
- High thermal conductivity: the power of the device and the quality of the product depend on it. The steam will cool better, and the distillation rate will be higher, but it will be possible to reduce the amount of water used.
- Durability and reliability of the system: the device, completely made of copper, is characterized by high wear resistance.
- Unusual aftertaste and aroma of the finished drink, which, moreover, will be freed from certain compounds during sweeping. The taste of the drink will be more saturated, which is explained by the peculiarity of copper. The metal itself and the substances in its composition are capable of absorbing sulfur oxide.
- Infusion speed: a copper moonshine still speeds up the process of preparing a drink, since the exposure time is not as long as in other types of equipment.
- Environmental safety: an alcoholic product is prepared without the use of harmful impurities, and during the operation of the device foreign harmful compounds that can ruin the taste or strength will not be released into the drink.
What are the features?
Copper moonshines are used much more often, since they retain a sophisticated fruity aroma and taste of the drink, which is not affected by any extraneous factors. Premium models are created from high-grade purified copper, and excellent thermal conductivity ensures rapid heating and cooling of the device, increasing its productivity and making the preparation time of the composition less.
The main advantage of using copper specifically for the production of moonshines is the ability of the metal to absorb sulfur oxide, which is released during the fermentation of the product and can spoil the aroma and taste of the final product. Consider the most popular devices, which consumers have left a lot of reviews.
Max cuprum
Copper Max Cuprum moonshines are created quite often. Thanks to such devices, the final drink will have no impurities, no unpleasant odor or taste. For the manufacture of homemade cider, grappa, cognac, this device is just perfect. The company offers such innovative developments:
- Congo.
- Copper steamer Max Cuprum.
The Congo moonshine still is made from copper, due to its unique properties all harmful sulfur compounds and fatty acids are absorbed. These impurities can affect the change in the taste of the drink. The features of the copper apparatus "Congo" include the following:
- due to the compactness of the distiller, the unit can easily be placed under the hood on the stove;
- with small dimensions, the device shows good power, and the built-in drawer ensures efficient selection of the product by fractions, that is, you can not worry that fusel oils will get into the drink;
- being miniature, the device is characterized by high performance.
Many customers say that the appliance works perfectly, is convenient, and therefore easy to use on a conventional hob.
The second model is a copper moonshine still with a Max Cuprum steamer. It serves as a guarantee that you will receive a high quality product in terms of taste, color and aroma. In addition, it will prevent the entry of foam and mash directly into the distiller. It is easy and simple to clean the device - just remove the lid from the top of the steamer.
"Madrid"
If you are looking for a high-end device, pay attention to this model. Copper moonshine still Madrid attracts attention with its stylish design, which harmoniously combines classic and innovative approach. Many buyers note that this device is ideal for producing a high-quality and tasty drink that preserves taste and aroma. The use of copper is not accidental: the devices are environmentally friendly, since sulfur oxide does not accumulate in the liquid.
In addition, the manufacturer is modernizing the device to improve the quality of moonshine:
- using an electronic thermometer, you can control the temperature and the exact division of fractions;
- a special nozzle makes it possible to make a moonshine still with a distillation column, while increasing the purification of the product, but leading to a decrease in productivity.
The Madrid device can be supplemented with nozzles of different sizes, so the degree of purification and the degree of the final product will be different. According to users, this device has a good cleaning, interesting design, and for home use is just perfect.
"Fortress"
Copper moonshine "Krepysh" is a device consisting of three parts: a tank, a steamer and a coil. In addition, the model is equipped with two practical handles and a built-in thermometer. In the reviews, it is noted that the device works stably, the tsar has a special stainless steel filler on the outside, so that unnecessary impurities are sifted out into the tank, and the moonshine itself is strengthened and cleaned. In addition, all the connections of the device are tight and airtight, so there will not be any odors accumulating in the room.
The Krepysh moonshine still (copper) can be equipped with a tank of various volumes - from 12 to 20 liters. The presence of the drawer allows you to retain harmful substances and get rid of them the final product. Users note that the coil is specially carefully wrapped in a cartridge, which contributes to better steam cooling. Due to its compactness, the device can be used on any gas or electric stove. The main differences of this model include:
- increased diameter of the coil tube, which ensures high efficiency;
- the pipe steamer has a special filler that purifies the distillate;
- vertical coil provides a constant speed of production of drinks;
- thanks to the flat bottom, the product can be used on electric and glass-ceramic stoves.
The Volga 28 copper moonshine still is another popular model that is made from copper.
"Chicago"
Premium copper apparatus Chicago attracts attention with a fundamentally new device, which does not imply a dimrot and a coil. Such innovations are rare, so the moonshine is in high demand among customers. The collapsible design allows easy cleaning inside and out using any means.
In addition, the model is compact, and therefore harmoniously sits even on a small stove. Requires a minimum amount of water when working.
Do it yourself
You can make a copper moonshine with your own hands. Although experts advise buying ready-made equipment with special knowledge, you can completely create such a device yourself. The main things to consider are productivity and volume of equipment. The main materials used are sheet copper and solders, which contain silver.
Each stage of creating a moonshine still requires careful attention:
- Competently drawn up drawings of blanks - this is the best thing to entrust to specialists.
- Each workpiece is processed qualitatively. It is believed that working with copper is not easy, therefore, it is not always possible to give products the desired configuration.
- The soldering process also requires accuracy, and all parts must be fastened to the highest quality and tight. To give aesthetics, the finished structure can be polished.
conclusions
More recently, moonshines made by European brands were popular. But today, products of Russian brands are in demand, which are not only economical, but also in no way inferior to more expensive counterparts. And if you want something unusual, you can choose a device that is created according to individual characteristics and has an unusual design.