Some people want to understand a still before they run one. This kit is for them. The 2 Gallon You-Build EZ Kit comes in pieces, and you put it together yourself. When you're done, you know every joint, every seam, and the path the vapor takes from the pot to the end of the line. That's the scientist's way in. You learn the equipment by building it, then you learn the process by running it.
Where it lands on our lists
- By size: Small batch. A 2 gallon pot is good for short test runs and careful note-taking.
- By budget: Under $400. It starts at $379.
- By use: Builders, tinkerers, and first-timers who want to work with their hands.
What sets this kit apart
This is the Advanced Model of the EZ Kit, and two details are named right in the title. The EZ Seal Cap is built for sealing up the pot. The 3 inch thumper port gives you a place to add a thumper to the line, so the kit can grow along with what you know. Start simple, then add a stage when you're ready.
The listing doesn't spell out the heat source. If you're sorting stills by burner type, call the shop at 603-997-6786 before you plan your setup.
A note before you build
Owning a still is legal in the US. Small copper stills are also used to distill water and essential oils. Distilling alcohol takes a federal permit from the TTB, and you must follow federal, state, and local law.
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