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Distillation
Corn Sugar/Dextrose
$ 3.50
For boosting gravity. Also used in cider production. Buy big and save!
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.
6.5 Gallon Plastic Fermentor
$ 20.00
Food grade fermenting bucket with graduated markings showing volume. Includes a drilled/grommeted lid.
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.
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...
PET Carboy
$ 29.75
A heavy, PET plastic carboy ideal for fermentations of wine or beer, including secondary. The material is completely taste and odor free, stain resistant, and impermeable to oxygen. Unlike glass, these are lightweight and virtually unbreakable (no trips to the ER for stitches!). Smooth inner walls prevent sediment from collecting and make for e...
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.
Amylase Enzyme (1 oz.)
$ 2.25
Improves starch-to sugar conversion; increases alcohol yield and reduces residual gravity.
7.9 Gallon Plastic Fermentor
$ 31.50
Food grade bucket with graduated markings showing volume. Includes drilled/grommeted lid.
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...
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...
