Guides
Step-by-step copper still guides, from first solder to cuts
How to Assemble a Copper Pot Still: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Assemble a copper pot still the right way: dry-fit, clean, solder, and leak-test with water. A hands-on walkthrough from pot to worm, one joint at a time.
Your First Water Run: How to Test and Season a New Copper Still
A step-by-step guide to your first water run on a new copper still: checking for leaks, flushing out residue, learning your heat, and getting ready to run.
How to Clean a Copper Still Inside and Out (Without Harsh Chemicals)
Clean a copper still with vinegar, citric acid, salt, and water. A step-by-step walkthrough for the inside, the outside, and the worm—no harsh chemicals.
Making Cuts Explained: Heads, Hearts, and Tails for Licensed Distillers
A hands-on walkthrough for licensed distillers: how to make cuts between heads, hearts, and tails using jars, your nose, your palate, and a hydrometer.
Copper Still Maintenance and Storage: A Seasonal Checklist
Copper still maintenance through the year: cleaning runs, solder checks, burner and condenser inspections, and how to store your still dry so it lasts.
How to Steam Distill Essential Oils in a Copper Still: A Hands-On Walkthrough
Learn how to steam distill essential oils in a copper still: prepping copper, loading plants, controlling heat, and separating oil from hydrosol.