StillSmart

Hi when using the vodka turbo yeast do you need to put anythin in it after fermentaion or just de gas and then strip run it.

If its vodka star just rack it into a clean fermenter and degas it will clear in about a week if you want it sooner add turbo klar alan

ah right, do i have to clear, would it not clear as you double distill and triple filter? can i just use vin clear that id use for wine etc if i have to

If you're using an Airstill I'd advise clearing completely because the clearer the wash is the less likely your still will puke.

If using any other still I would also consider the after use cleaning to be much simpler if the wash going in is clear.

It only takes a little time.

AM

When I make vodka star batches I just ferment it and clear it with time. Start to finish fermenting takes about a week or so the I just leave it for a further week and its clear enough to rack and de-gas.

Then if I use my smart still I just ensure that there's a handful of ceramic rings in the bottom and use a capful of distillers conditioner in the mix (anti-foaming agent).

The nature of the puking/burping of a smart still means its prudent to run it away from places where you might have kids/pets etc.

Once its run let it down to less than 40% and you can redistill it and even an air still will get you 80% spirit......