How To Build A Stovetop Still
A stovetop still is a valuable tool for distilling essential oils, water, and alcoholic beverages. If you are planning to use a stovetop still, here are some steps you can follow to make sure that you get the best results. First and foremost, ensure that you have all the necessary equipment. You will require a stovetop still, a heat source, a thermometer, alcohol or water, and your raw materials for distillation. Next, you need to set up the still correctly. Fill the half bottom of the pot with water or alcohol, depending on what you are distilling. Place the raw materials in the still's basket and ensure that the lid is tight. Place the still on the stove and heat it to a boil. After boiling, lower the heat, ensuring you maintain a steady temperature between 60 degrees Celsius and 100 degrees Celsius. The next step is to monitor the temperature carefully, so use your thermometer to gauge temperature changes. As the distillation proceeds, the materials...