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Distillation
White Wheat
$ 2.30
White wheat malt gives a malty flavor not obtained with raw wheat. Flavor is less pronounced than red wheat, but maintains better consistency in the mash. Flavor contributions: sweet, malty, wheat, floury, doughy. Typical Color L: 2.5. Full spec sheet here.
Corn Sugar/Dextrose
$ 3.50
For boosting gravity. Also used in cider production. Buy big and save!
Riverbend Appalachian Wheat
$ 2.55
Produced here in Asheville, this is what Riverbend has to say about this regional malt- "This malt uses a new regionally adapted variety of soft red wheat called Oakes. This variety was developed for use in the artisan bread industry, but we’ve found it makes a great malting variety as well! The aroma and flavor are more pronounced than traditi...
Lalvin EC-1118
$ 2.00
18% alcohol tolerance. A very competitive yeast that will inhibit wild yeasts. It will restart stuck fermentations because of good alcohol and sulfite tolerance. This is a very neutral yeast that will have very little effect on the varietal character of the grape. A popular strain that ferments fully and flocculates well producing compact lees. ...
Hydrometer Test Cylinder
$ 4.50
Used to hold the sample for taking gravity or proof readings. Available in plastic or glass. NOTE: If proofing spirits, you MUST use glass; the plastic can't handle high octane.
Riverbend Carolina Rye
$ 2.55
This malt is produced here in Asheville using an heirloom variety called Wrens Abruzzi that has been grown in the south for over 200 years. Look for classic blend herbal spice, black peppercorn, and citrus flavor. Color 5.5L
FermFast 48 Hour Turbo Yeast
$ 6.50
Our most popular all-purpose distilling yeast, one 243g pack can be used for distilling up to 6.6 gallons of premium wash. It makes up to 20% ABV quickly (within one week)! Can produce up to 14.5% ABV in 48 hours. Each pack contains yeast, nutrients, antifoam, vitamins, and minerals; these are UREA-free, so carcinogens are not a concern.
Hydrometer
$ 7.00
15.5" long, with a solid metal base and easy-to-read 3-scale readout. Packaged, with instructions, in a tube with no hanger cap. Readings idealized at 60°F. Works for beer, wine, cider, mead, and mashes. Scales: Balling: 0-38% Potential ABV: 0-22% Specific Gravity: 0.990 - 1.170
Flaked Maize
$ 2.25
Also known as flaked corn, we have it available by the pound or in bulk. Used in certain American lagers, cream ales, and whiskey production.
Flaked Wheat
$ 2.10
Unmalted wheat. Flaked wheat adds more intense wheat flavor, as well proteins to increase body and head retention in any style, but very often used in lambic brewing.
Flaked Barley
$ 2.10
Adds proteins to increase body and head retention. Great for stouts. Available in 25lb. bulk.
Proof & Tralle Hydrometer
$ 7.00
Also called an alcoholmeter. This marvelous tool shows the proof of spirits. The presence of sugar will distort readings, so this is only for pure spirits and spirits blended with water (not juice or sugar, etc). Proof scale 0-200.
Bloody Butcher corn- Unmalted
$ 2.10
A red "old school" variety hailing from Virginia that was popular in whiskey production during the 19th century. It is making a resurgence for good reason. Its unique flavor profile contributes a fruity and spicy character, somewhat reminiscent of chai. This product comes milled. Due to variances in crop harvest, color may vary on the red/purple...
Flaked Rye
$ 1.95
Contributes a spicy rye note and slick mouthfeel. Less spicy than regular malted rye.
Beechwood Smoked Malt
$ 2.45
This smoked malt from Swaen is a traditional "rauchmalt" as used in German smoked beers. Smoke character is smooth and woody, without being earthy or ashy. May be used up to 100% Color 2.8L. Full spec sheet here.
Cherry Smoked Malt
$ 2.30
Briess cherry-smoked "rauchmalt" has intense but smooth sweet smoked flavor and aroma reminiscent of summer backyard barbeques. It's delish! Color 5L. Full spec sheet here.
Blue Hopi corn - Unmalted
$ 2.60
Want to try something truly unique? Give this blue corn, which is native to the American southwest, a try. Blue Hopi produces a very smooth spirit and makes an excellent bourbon. Consider this corn when utilizing a rapid aging process. This product comes crushed.
Stainless Weldless Ball Valve
$ 34.75
Perfect for conversion projects such as building a mashtun or adding a ball valve to your brew kettle. No welding required, just a 1" diameter hole. Weldless kit includes a 1/2" Full Port ball valve and a 1/2" barb. All fittings are made from 304 type stainless steel for a lifetime of corrosion free use.
Amylase Enzyme (1 oz.)
$ 2.25
Improves starch-to sugar conversion; increases alcohol yield and reduces residual gravity.
Vodka Yeast
$ 5.75
Use to ferment 13 lbs. (6kg) of sugar up to 14% ABV, however best results are achieved using mashed grains or potatoes. Alternatively, a combination of mashed grains and sugar can be used. This product contains glucoamylase for the conversion of dextrins to fermentable sugars. Makes up to 6.6 gallons of wash.Each 107.5g pack contains yeast, nutr...
Rum Yeast
$ 4.75
Use with molasses-sugar wash fermentations up to 15% ABV. Best results are achieved using 50:50 proportions of molasses and sugar; alternatively 100% sugar can be used. Contains complete nutrient complex to ensure rapid and reliable fermentation of molasses or sugar. This product contains glucoamylase enzyme to maximize yield by converting any d...
Hickory King White corn- Unmalted
$ 2.10
The tried-and-true distilling grain of the southern United States, Hickory King White has nearly a 140-year history of spirit production and is still a favorite today. This variety is preferred by commercial distilleries due to its high starch content. Hickory King White produces a smooth corn whiskey spirit that lends itself well in many applic...
Fermentap Weldless Dial Thermometer
$ 29.75
A wonderful addition to your mashtun, kettle, or HLT. Complete assembly includes the dial thermometer and probe, bulkhead, and silicone gasket. Constructed from 304 stainless. Available with either a 2" probe (more suitable for kettles) or a 6" probe (more appropriate for a mashtun).
Brewzilla Distillation Lid
$ 34.00
Use this lid along with the 35L BrewZilla or DigiBoil and a copper still top to make your own easy-to-use distillery. This lid has a 1.85 in. (47 mm) hole for the still top. Lid gasket included. Made from 304 stainless steel. Measures 12.25" in diameter.
Panela Sugar - Granulated
$ 4.00
Panela is known by many names - rapadura, piloncillo, kakura, jaggery - ours is unique in that it is dried and granulated as opposed to blocks, cones or bricks. Made from freshly squeezed juice of the whole cane plant, this unrefined powder retains vital nutrients like magnesium, potassium, calcium, and more. Experience the mellow sweetness with...
AlcoEngine Copper Pot Still Condenser
$ 138.00
The Copper Pot Still is perfect when you want the flavor of the wash to come through, whereas a Reflux Still is more favorable for producing pure, unflavored spirits. If you want to make whiskeys and gins, this pot still top is a great way to start! The classic "V" shape captures the vital esters, aldehydes, and phenolic compounds that are neces...
AlcoEngine Copper Reflux Still Condenser
$ 138.00
The Copper Reflux Still Condenser is designed to create high percentage pure neutral spirit. It features a flow management device, which makes it extremely easy to use. No need to worry about fine tuning the water flow speed. As long as your providing enough coolant or cold water running through the condenser, the flow rate doesn't matter. The ...
Brewzilla V4 Allgrain Brewery with Pump 110V
$ 599.99
FREE SHIPPING! This may not be in-store and we can drop ship it to you at no charge. The Brewzilla (formerly RoboBrew) is an all-in-one electric brewing system that has built in elements for heating and boiling, a built in pump for recirculation, an onboard water resistant control panel for setting and monitoring temperatures, a removable grain ...
