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Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-09-12T22:52:33+00:00

Why shouldn't copper love copper?
Screwed down by Brass....

Robert.

Statistics: Posted by Easydrinker — Mon Sep 12, 2016 10:52 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-09-12T04:34:44+00:00

Aesthetics?

It seems copper is softer so tightens easier and is better for plastic pipe.

Learnt something today..

Statistics: Posted by Mash — Mon Sep 12, 2016 4:34 am

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-09-11T22:38:53+00:00

Nope, depending on supplier olives come in brass or copper.
Personally, for no reason other than aesthetics, I prefer copper.

Robert.

Statistics: Posted by Easydrinker — Sun Sep 11, 2016 10:38 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-09-11T20:05:35+00:00

Copper olives... You sure?

Olives are normally brass aren't they?

Statistics: Posted by Mash — Sun Sep 11, 2016 8:05 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-09-11T09:58:04+00:00

Bit late on this, but been delayed by DIY. DIY is, apparently, more important than making booze. Just wanted to say thanks to all those who posted with their advice. Picked up a handful of copper olives for the boiler (£2.50) all glassware on order, and currently, finally, doing the stripping run. got about 21 litres kale wash, seemed to ferment for about 3/4 weeks, surprising given the heat we've had. Just going to follow the sticky instructions for the whole process this time round - not fussed too much about trying cuts at this point!

Statistics: Posted by BlindXX — Sun Sep 11, 2016 9:58 am

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-07-28T14:38:18+00:00

Well done matey...good site there...

Statistics: Posted by Icefever — Thu Jul 28, 2016 2:38 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-07-28T12:17:03+00:00

Many thanks. Related searches from your link lead to this:
http://rinkit.com/pages/search-results? ... q=kilner#b

On offer, and come with silicone seals. £50 got me 25 jars!

Statistics: Posted by BlindXX — Thu Jul 28, 2016 12:17 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-07-28T06:53:05+00:00

I use the wire flip type.....Mash found these food grade silicone rings..here.

Statistics: Posted by Icefever — Thu Jul 28, 2016 6:53 am

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-07-27T22:20:39+00:00

Thanks Icefever, but at the risk of sounding stupid, do you mean the flip top wire frame kilners or the screw top lids with removable centres? Also, any chance of a link, I've searched but only found rubber seals which I don't think is suitable.

Statistics: Posted by BlindXX — Wed Jul 27, 2016 10:20 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-07-28T06:55:35+00:00

I use 1.5 ltr and 2 ltr Kilner jars....mine all stay out in the out house....you can find food grade seals for the jars on the-bay.

I store at what ever % it comes of the still...it's all up to you. Keep a jar of high % for the Limoncello safe out in the shed/garage.

Statistics: Posted by Icefever — Wed Jul 27, 2016 2:42 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-07-27T12:34:22+00:00

Quick update, and a few questions! Back from holiday, Kale wash bubbling away happily as of yesterday (so much easier than beer!). Just gathering the final bits and pieces for the next stage. When I come to strip and store low wines, I know I need a glass vessel. I was going to use mason jars with the two part lids to collect and store. As it will take a day or two to run all the wash, should I immediately dilute the mix, or is it safe to store at full collected ABV until all runs are finished? I'm aware of volatile vapours and low flash-point. I'm more concerned with the rubber seal. Would a baking sheet of Teflon work instead of the centre piece of the lid? I'd also like to try the suspension method of making Limoncello - but high ABV needs to be used. Same questions apply! As always, thanks for any info!

Statistics: Posted by BlindXX — Wed Jul 27, 2016 12:34 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-06-18T17:00:49+00:00

or any of these - cheaper too. I buy all my glassware from these folk..

http://www.scientificglass.co.uk/contents/en-uk/d91_Measuring_Cylinders.html

Cheers

Hampk

Statistics: Posted by hampk — Sat Jun 18, 2016 5:00 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-06-18T07:58:56+00:00

Something like this will do the job perfectly

http://ebay.us/iopxbg

Statistics: Posted by Seagull — Sat Jun 18, 2016 7:58 am

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-06-17T19:44:22+00:00

Using a trial jar, 80ml is plenty to read your hydro in....

Statistics: Posted by packapoo — Fri Jun 17, 2016 7:44 pm

Re: Is the Air still suitable for my needs?

2016-06-17T19:17:28+00:00

Ok, quick update, the still has arrived but won't be doing any brewing for a month or so (need to get a holiday out the way first). Now time for what may be a really stupid question - When I come to the spirit run, I know I just need a couple of accurate measuring beakers to collect, and a series of jars for heads, hearts and tails. However, how do you measure the ABV? If I'm splitting the run into 100ml or 250ml samples, there is not enough volume of liquid to use the hydrometer. I know I could use a glass parrot, but what is the methodology everyone seems to use? I know its a basic one, but just want to make sure I have all the kit and stuff before I start. Finally, I'd like to say thanks for all the advice given. It's good to find a nice friendly forum.

Statistics: Posted by BlindXX — Fri Jun 17, 2016 7:17 pm