Basics of Home Distilling: DIY Step by Step Distillation Guide for Pure Water, Whiskey, Moonshine, Rum & Vodka

Published by
Jose Rafael Hoffmann

Paperback – September 16, 2021

by Richard Armstrong (Author)

Basics of Home Distilling

DIY Step by Step Distillation Guide for Pure Water, Whiskey, Moonshine, Rum & Vodka

Would you like to make your own distilled, clean, natural water? Have you wondered how to make moonshine? It’s easier than you might have thought!

With just a few simple pieces of equipment, you can make distilled water, moonshine, whiskey, and more in the comfort of your own backyard.

I’ve been distilling in my home for nearly 15 years. I started apprehensively and tentatively. But right from my first run, I knew that I loved it. Sure, my initial batches of alcohol were good – but not great – but as I became more knowledgeable and gained more experience, the quality improved.

In fact, within the last several years, I’ve mentored individuals in home distilling. One of them, in particular, urged me to write this book. I was hesitant, but after careful deliberation, I took his advice. The result is this beginner’s handbook to home distillation.

I’ve created this step-by-step guide for you – someone who has an interest in this hobby but doesn’t know where to start. In this book, I’ll introduce you to every aspect of home distilling, from making the mash to aging your final product.

I’ve found that knowing the basic science behind the process helped me to become a better distiller, so first, I give you a quick explanation of how distillation works, as well as a history of the activity. Next, we take on some legal matters, as I talk about the federal, state and local laws governing the act of home distillation. I’ll be upfront with you; making your own liquor is illegal. I highly recommend you don’t skip this section, so you’re fully informed of the potential consequences.

If, after reading this chapter, you’re still interested, then we talk about the one piece of equipment crucial to your success – the still. Once you’ve learned about the types of still, it’s time to think about your options for your own operation. Subsequently, next covers the aspects of purchased still or a do-it-yourself creation. Armed with your still, you may think you’re ready to begin your new hobby.

Now we’re ready to get down to business. The basis of all alcohol distillation projects is the mash. A term for many that holds mystery, this simple mixture, when fermented, gives us that sweet, smooth whiskey. Some grains need to be malted before you can create your mash. You’ll learn everything there is to know about the malting process.

You already know the importance of the mash in the distilling process; now, it’s time to learn how to make the perfect base to encourage fermentation. That’s why I’ve devoted a whole chapter to this process. Next, we take our newly created mash and make it work for us. In this next step, we add the all-important yeast, which kicks off the fermentation process. You’ve distilled and collected your first run. What happens next? The next step in home distilling is determining the strength of your liquor. We talk ABV or alcohol by volume and what it means to your spirit.

Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09GJG7S5C
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (September 16, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 203 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8478673789
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.46 x 9 inches

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Jose Rafael Hoffmann

Creative Director for EmpresasFH and Director of HOFFMANNdesign. Born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, Mr. Hoffmann has been one of the most important designers for prestigious companies in South America, including Disney, Cartoon Network, Mattel among others.

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