Sep 12, 2022 by Rob Satterfield

Q: Should you run a sugar wash for the 1st time with this to "break it in" or can you jump right into it? Is there any special cleaning for the copper between uses?

A: Before each use, rinse the unit thoroughly with hot water by holding it upside down under a faucet. There is no need to rinse the chilling coils, as the distillate does not touch their insides. After use you can simply rinse the unit off again before putting it away.

Dec 11, 2021 by Jack

Q: Why is this copper dome more expensive than the grainfather dome?

A: The dome has thicker 1.2mm copper and is made by a different manufacturer, which is why it is more expensive.

Nov 18, 2021 by Bek

Q: Can this be fitted with a botanical basket at all?

A: No, the column included is not compatible with the Botanical Basket. If you used a Still Spirits column and bought parts separately, the basket would work.

Sep 11, 2021 by Jack

Q: What would be the difference in the flat lid vs the dome column? Is it worth spending the extra $100 for the dome

A: If you use a pot still to make spirits like bourbon, whiskey, scotch, or rum, this pure copper dome provides a large copper surface area which acts as a catalyst with the distillate vapor to remove unwanted sulphur compounds as well as helping enhance and concentrate the flavors and aroma. The result is a smoother, richer finished spirit. If this is important to you, it is worth spending the extra money on it.

Sep 07, 2021 by Orangeflood

Q: What is the diameter of the mating surface for the dome? I also have an anvil 10.5 system and should know if it will fit based on the diameter. Thanks

A: Yes, the copper dome for this system fits the Anvil.

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