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Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2018-09-12T22:22:03+00:00

Just give it a little time.
Racking to a clean vessel,after fermentation has ceased, and so leaving some crud behind will help.
As will letting it settle in a cool place/on a cold floor.

Robert.

Statistics: Posted by Easydrinker — Wed Sep 12, 2018 10:22 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2018-09-12T14:42:35+00:00

Just curious as i got my self a packet yesterday, if your not using the dreadded carbon muck how would you advise to clear ...is it just a case of leaving it for a week to settle before running it through the airstill

many thanks

Statistics: Posted by stevieboy2k — Wed Sep 12, 2018 2:42 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-27T12:20:15+00:00

If it comes with a better yeast that's great news.

I suppose it depends on what floats your boat.

Might buy one too try, but am never gonna be a convert. When I have a garden full of Kale and measure my yeast stash in kilo's

Statistics: Posted by Mash — Wed Dec 27, 2017 12:20 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-27T12:19:11+00:00

I've almost stopped using Vodka Star now as I find Pathfinder pure yeast is at least as good and it's done in around four days.

Statistics: Posted by Brewhunter — Wed Dec 27, 2017 12:19 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-27T12:02:51+00:00

I have extensive experience with both Vodka star and SS Pure. Myself and everyone else that tries it prefers SS Pure hands down.

It's just largely ignored as for the reasons in my original post.

Regards, Marc.

Statistics: Posted by Duffer26 — Wed Dec 27, 2017 12:02 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-27T11:56:25+00:00

Curmudgeon wrote:
My vague recollection is that the airstil used to come with "alcotec turbo 48" and it was nasty and is what most of us are thinking of.

If it now comes with a different yeast, then that's a big improvement.

The airstill now comes with Turbo Pure which is a rebadged version of the previous Triple Distilled yeast. Both of which are still spirits own brand. It takes about a week to ferment out at 20 degrees. Ive never used the alcotec so I've no idea if it's an improvement.

Statistics: Posted by ITMA — Wed Dec 27, 2017 11:56 am

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-27T06:27:29+00:00

RumJohn wrote:
@Duffer26. I dont use carbon or filter and part of the process. If you make it properly in the first place its not necessary.
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Nicely put RJ

Statistics: Posted by Mash — Wed Dec 27, 2017 6:27 am

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-26T23:33:30+00:00

@Duffer26. I dont use carbon or filter and part of the process. If you make it properly in the first place its not necessary. But then, I have never used kale, TP or any number of other possible additives.

Statistics: Posted by RumJohn — Tue Dec 26, 2017 11:33 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-26T21:14:11+00:00

It's good pre filtered. I just filter because I can.....For now.

Statistics: Posted by Duffer26 — Tue Dec 26, 2017 9:14 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-26T19:08:13+00:00

Duffer26 wrote:
No, I don't use carbon in my wash, (not that I ever had any problems with it) nor do I use any finings.

With my still (Alan Manning) there's not a lot to be achieved with filtering, but
as I have an Essencia I do it anyway.

Regs, Marc.

Okay, so guessing you've tried it pre-filter. Yes/No

If so what's the verdict

I can produce decent booze without filter - don't even possess one and not about to start even if Essencia's are still available here.
Would bypass my no turbo as a trial tho'...

Statistics: Posted by packapoo — Tue Dec 26, 2017 7:08 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-26T16:18:33+00:00

My vague recollection is that the airstil used to come with "alcotec turbo 48" and it was nasty and is what most of us are thinking of.

If it now comes with a different yeast, then that's a big improvement.

Statistics: Posted by Curmudgeon — Tue Dec 26, 2017 4:18 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-25T20:50:43+00:00

I also have an Essencia, "and do it anyway"
It only adds to the party.
Carbon in the wash I only ever found to be a messy PITA.
Tried finings, on occasion, these days I use time.

Robert.

Statistics: Posted by Easydrinker — Mon Dec 25, 2017 8:50 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-25T18:03:56+00:00

No, I don't use carbon in my wash, (not that I ever had any problems with it) nor do I use any finings.

With my still (Alan Manning) there's not a lot to be achieved with filtering, but
as I have an Essencia I do it anyway.

Regs, Marc.

Statistics: Posted by Duffer26 — Mon Dec 25, 2017 6:03 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-25T17:49:19+00:00

I'm all for a bit of re-education Duffman, so just to be clear, do your latest exploits with Turbo Pure involve carbon in any way or are you able to avoid completely?

Statistics: Posted by packapoo — Mon Dec 25, 2017 5:49 pm

Re: A case for Still Spirits Pure.

2017-12-23T11:31:57+00:00

Ah, sorry, it was Almanac. Duly edited.

Statistics: Posted by Duffer26 — Sat Dec 23, 2017 11:31 am