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Just thought I would drop a quick line to say G'day. I have been brewing beer for a few years now (extract :wtf: ) I am now hooked on the idea of making some nice whiskeys, occasional rum, bourbons etc. Saves paying ridiculous prices for it!!!
So since researching I was convinced on a boka still for my first still, (I know I probably should make a pot still for the whiskeys etc. But wanted it to be versatile and not cornered into one type of spirit.) However now that I have continued to research, now am thinking of a vm/boka?
I have been fortunate enough to have a family member in the plumbing game and he has given me a 2200mm 2" copper pipe, so I am stoked with that. Have ordered some 1/4" pipe for the condenser, I have a keg, and have ordered a 2200w element for the keg. I have done some plumbing in the past so can solder confidently.
I would love to meet up with some like-minded people in Newcastle area to help me with my decision and share ideas etc.
Cheers,
Craig.
Newby from Newie
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Newby from Newie
by craigs1978 » Mon May 19, 2014 6:51 pm
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Re: Newby from Newie
by Sam. » Mon May 19, 2014 6:54 pm
Welcome mate :handgestures-thumbupleft:
WIth a reflux still you are cornering yourself to an extant with just making nuetrel (vodka) then using essences to flavour.
A pot will be much more suited to the drink styles you mentioned.
If you wan't full versatility get a modular bubbler ;-)
There are plenty of blokes from your neck of the woods im sure some will be along soon :handgestures-thumbupleft:
WIth a reflux still you are cornering yourself to an extant with just making nuetrel (vodka) then using essences to flavour.
A pot will be much more suited to the drink styles you mentioned.
If you wan't full versatility get a modular bubbler ;-)
There are plenty of blokes from your neck of the woods im sure some will be along soon :handgestures-thumbupleft:
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Re: Newby from Newie
by SBB » Mon Jun 02, 2014 6:56 pm
sam_and_liv wrote:A pot will be much more suited to the drink styles you mentioned.
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Re: Newby from Newie
by Linny » Mon Jun 02, 2014 7:02 pm
im from newie , i started on a bubbler , then built a boka and pot using tri-clamps to swap out quickly then wasnt happy with that so now building another bubbler LOL . PM if you need help etc
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Re: Newby from Newie
by TheMechwarrior » Mon Jun 02, 2014 7:45 pm
Modular for sure. But don't fret too much...I suspect your first still will not be your last ; )
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Re: Newby from Newie
by 1 2many » Mon Jun 02, 2014 8:00 pm
TheMechwarrior wrote:Modular for sure. But don't fret too much...I suspect your first still will not be your last ; )
I am pondering the same question myself :scared-eek:
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