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Copper stills sorted by size, budget, heat, and use.
What Size Copper Still Do I Need? A Gallon-by-Gallon List for Every Kind of Project
Lists of copper stills by size, budget, heat source, and use—from 2-gallon kits to 100-gallon builds—so you can pick the right still for your project.
Copper Stills by Budget: What You Get at Each Price Tier and Where to Spend First
How much does a copper still cost? See what each price tier buys, from $229 starter units to 100 gallon kits, and where to spend your first dollars.
Gas, Electric, or Wood? The Heat Sources That Work With a Copper Still, Ranked by Control
Electric, propane, or wood: we rank the heat sources for a copper still by how much control they give you, with still picks by size and budget.
Pot Still vs. Reflux Still: Which Design Fits What You Want to Make
Pot still or reflux still? Compare what each design makes, then browse copper stills sorted by size, budget, heat source, and use. Get sale alerts.
What Can You Legally Make With a Copper Still? Water, Essential Oils, Fuel, and the Permits Involved
Owning a copper still is legal in the US. Here's what you can make with one—water, essential oils, fuel alcohol—which permits apply, and stills by size.
Your First Run With a New Copper Still: A Step-by-Step Cleaning, Seasoning, and Water-Test Checklist
Cleaning a new copper still before first use? Follow this checklist for washing, a vinegar seasoning run, and a water leak test, plus stills listed by size and use.