How much will a 50 gallon still produce?
We make this 50 gallon heavy copper moonshine still to order. We have been making moonshine stills for generations. We have it perfected! This still is capable of producing over 10 gallons of shine per run.
How full do you fill a still?
Method of operation. During first distillation, the pot still (or “wash still”) is filled about two-thirds full of a fermented liquid (or wash) with an alcohol content of about 7–12%. In the case of whiskey distillation, the liquid used is a beer, while in the case of brandy production, it is a base wine.
How much moonshine will 5 gallons of mash make?
So for a 5 gallon mash (which is recommended for your first batches of moonshine) you would use 5 gallons of water, 5 pounds of corn meal, and 5 pounds of sugar.
How much do you discard when distilling?
The rule of thumb is to discard 1/3 of a pint jar for every 5 gallons of wash being distilled. How much initial product to discard: 1 gallon batch – discard the first 2/3 of a shot glass. 5 gallon batch – discard the first 1/3 of a pint jar.
How much Heads do you throw out on a 5 gallon still?
Always discard the foreshots — they make up around 5% or less of the product collected during a run. Throw out the first 30 ml on a 1 gallon run, the first 150 ml on a 5 gallon run, or the first 300 ml on a 10 gallon run. Heads come off of the still directly after the foreshots. Simply put, they taste and smell bad.
At what proof do you stop distilling?
When to Stop Distilling Experienced moonshiners generally run their stills until the alcohol from the wash has reduced to somewhere around 10-20 proof. It is not worth the time and energy to distill further to separate the little remaining alcohol from the water.
How many times should I distill my moonshine?
Distill It Twice. Although it takes longer, distilling your moonshine twice will likely have a positive effect on its flavor. As long as you aren’t in a hurry to produce a batch of moonshine, run it through your still a second time. Distilling it a second time will help to filter out impurities such as this.
How much are Foreshots per gallon?
So this is what you want to collect—and then discard. You’ll collect the foreshots until your vapor temperature reaches about 175°F (80°C), and Rick recommends collecting at least 4 ounces per 5 gallons that you’re distilling. This would be at least 5.2 ounces for a 6.5 gallon batch, or 10.4 ounces for a 13 gallon run.
How much yeast do I need for 5 gallons of mash?
If there are no directions we suggest 1 tablespoon of yeast per 5 gallons of mash.
Should you stir your mash while fermenting?
Stirring helps even out the temperature in a mash and mixes the liquids and solids more thoroughly. If you can manage it, you should always stir your mash at least a few times during the saccharification rest.
How much is Red Star Dady per gallon?
DADY is recommended for ABV productions lower than 15%. 1lb (454 g) Bag. Dosage: 1-2 grams per gallon.
Why does my mash smell like rotten eggs?
During fermentation yeasts produce alcohol, CO2, and hundreds of other byproducts which have different smells. Some pleasant, others not so pleasant – like rotten egg or sulphur smell.
Can you use bread yeast to make moonshine?
Bread Yeast – If your making a rum or corn whiskey mash recipe Bread yeast is one of the best yeast for the job. Not to mention it’s easy to get your hands on. Just head down to your local grocery store to pick some up. Bread yeast will leave a great flavor in your final product.
Can you use wine yeast to make moonshine?
Red Star Premier Blanc Wine Yeast With all that said, we’ve noticed that it had a tough time going through our grain-based mash as there was some residual sweetness in the wash after it was done. Still, tasted quite nice, so it might be useful for making moonshine with more flavor and body to it.