{"product_id":"distillatore-rame-lt-3-clessidra","title":"DISTILLATORE RAME LT. 3 CLESSIDRA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour perfect ally for artisanal distillation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe copper still is the ideal tool for those who wish to engage in traditional distillation. With this distiller, you can produce:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistillates from wine: cognac, armagnac, pisco, and brandy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrappa: from pomace (grape skins and seeds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape brandy: from grape must\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalvados: from cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRum and cachaça: from sugar cane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisky, gin, and \"white\" spirits: from cereals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistillates from roots, starchy tubers, sugary substances, and various fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose copper? The advantages of traditional construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur stills are entirely made of handcrafted copper, offering the best quality at the most competitive price. Copper is the ideal choice for several reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial chemical reaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sulfur compounds present in the pomace chemically bond with copper, improving the quality of the distillate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent thermal conduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper evenly distributes heat across the entire surface, preventing burning of the distilling mass. It withstands high temperatures (melts at 1083°C) and thermal shocks perfectly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper is not afraid of corrosion and withstands the aggression of alcoholic vapors and acids from pomace and fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure taste:\u003c\/strong\u003e It does not impart any metallic taste and helps neutralize unpleasant odors and flavors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow the distillation process works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe still consists of a boiler (which houses the pomace), a hermetic cap, and a tube called \"swan neck\". Vapors pass through this tube until they reach a coil, where they are cooled by water and condense again, transforming into distillate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the traditional discontinuous method, a predetermined amount of pomace and water (usually 50%) is loaded into the boiler and slowly heated. During heating, the temperature becomes crucial:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eInitial phase:\u003c\/em\u003e Vapors of the most volatile substances (methanol, acetaldehyde, ethyl acetate) develop. This phase is called the \"head\" and must be discarded immediately because it is \u003cstrong\u003eextremely toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e. The methanol contained can cause severe damage to the optic nerve, blindness, or death even in small quantities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMain phase (78.4°C - 100°C):\u003c\/em\u003e This is the \"heart\" of the grappa, composed of ethyl alcohol and aromatic volatile substances that give aroma and flavor to the distillate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFinal phase (above 100°C):\u003c\/em\u003e The \"tail\" is not dangerous to health but contains impurities and amyl oil with unpleasant taste and odor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple and unrestricted infusions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer a simpler approach, you can use already bottled grappa or alcohol for liqueurs and create excellent infusions like nocino, honey grappa, blueberry grappa, and much more, without any legal limitations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAttention:\u003c\/em\u003e Stills require constant attention during use as they do not have a built-in thermometer for temperature measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFirst use:\u003c\/em\u003e It is essential to perform a cleaning distillation to eliminate impurities and unwanted substances that settle on the copper during periods of inactivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.00 liters\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"0","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57076211646789,"sku":"00014740","price":107.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/5114\/7333\/files\/10651.jpg?v=1772543406","url":"https:\/\/www.viviincampagna.com\/en-eu\/products\/copper-distiller-3-liter-hourglass","provider":"viviincampagna","version":"1.0","type":"link"}