Should You Buy A T500 Or Alembic Dome Still Spirits Still
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 มี.ค. 2022
- These two distillers are super popular and widespread. Now that I have used both the T500 Turbo Reflux Still and the Alembic Dome by Still Spirits a bunch I think it's time to do a full review on them.
Long story short These are both solid little stills with a few quirks and a few downfalls. Most of which can be fixed with fairly easy modifications. For some, they will be a perfect purchase. For others, they are just not going to be an option.
So regardless if you want to make rum, whiskey, gin, vodka or brandy lets find out if these stills are right for you!
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I have been using the alembic dome with the Grainfather for YEARS. Was one of the first in the US to get one. So, I make whiskey and I am an all grain guy. I use the Grainfather to mash, ferment in stainless. I strip and spirit run using the dome with the Graindfather at 1600W. Yes, I learned long ago to only run the strip with about 18L. When I mash, I split the wort into 2 stainless fermenters. The difference between using the T500 boiler (1800W) and the Grandfather is huge. With that said, I have one huge issue with any still running off a well and not having a spring or stream access, the amount of water needed to run. I have tried recirculating with huge amounts of ice and it just doesn't work. My well water is 53-54F year round. I never, ever have an issue using the alembic dome with the Grainfather as the boiler. I would love to upgrade to a larger still and make larger batches but the amount of water is just not practical. You really need a spring or stream. So, with over 10 years experience using the Still Spirit equipment, I can say it produces excellent all grain whiskey. Remember, once you have the spirit blend, the art of aging come to hand.
I just started with destilling myself and bought for that a Alembic Rotating Column Still made completly out of copper. Im still not 100% sure how to use it properly. For now i just made sugar washes, redistilled this up to three times before flavoring it by putting cutted fruits or peels on the screenplate in the column. My frineds and i are pretty amazed by the final products but originally i wanted to make single malts. I dont know how big the step is from sugar washes to real fermenting but i hope i feel soon confident enough to try that too :D. Thanks alot Jesse for all your tips, without you i wouldnt have started that hobby even :D. Big thumbs up!
The Grainfather G30 has complete power control and a pump. I use this with the T500 column and Alembic pot. Plus, it comes with a grain basket for mashing grains.
Just so you know - the reflux comes in just SS or copper. The SS does have some copper saddles/packing within it but there is not a singular SS/copper reflux column
Mine worked great for a while but stared making an aweful taste . I couldn't get it cleaned out. Oranges in the mash, don't do it. It ruined my condenser.
For the water inconsistency problems I use an submersible pump (not a big one) and submerge it in a half full sink with tap water constantly going in at the same rate the pump is pulling it out. That way if the shower, or the dish washer, is running, the sink of water acts as a buffer for temperature change. It still happens but a much slower rate.
Hey Jesse I really appreciate your videos. I just started following you a week or two ago. You give great advice and or a great source of information. I also want to thank you for introducing me to George and his TH-cam channel. I hate to hear that he is not broadcasting at this time. And I wish him the best and hope he can eventually come back. None of my business what’s going on with him. But I do respect the man for what he has shown many people.I just wanted to thank you for sharing so much pertinent information. I have a 6 gallon steel and I have been to steal an off and on for a couple years. But I have recently been thinking about getting a little bit more involved in the distillery process. Thank you for all your information you inspire a whole lot of us to enjoy the craft. Thank you
Bought the reflux still version and did some modifications since it was very hard to control the water flow. Separate the reflux from the condenser and buy a voltage regulator. Look at the other videos from Jesse, he nailed it. I’m running this as a pot still 90% of the time without any packing and it gives me about 60-65% ABV (h&t removed) for any batch of whiskey and brandy. Jesse, you’re the man, thanks for all your videos.
Have you ever combined the dome with the t500?
This is an excellent product however I prefer the Brewers Edge version 2 with a sparging pump. This unit allows temperature adjustments. Adding the still spirits copper Dome and reflux makes it a perfect match
I found your channel a couple weeks ago, looking for info for the t500 and here it is. Thanks for taking the time.
Thanks Jesse! I enjoy using mine, but i also agree with you on it's limitations. The tips and tricks that you've given have been very beneficial to my distilling.
Just found you.. and have already spent countless hours watching your videos.. amazing. Prob the best on youtube in my opinion.
Hi Jessie. Thanks for the great info. I also have the T500 boiler and still. Will be waiting for your updated video's regarding the future upgrades! I already did the water mod that works great. I enjoy your videos.
Another great video, Cheers Jessie. I live rural Waikato, NZ so am on pressure pump or water supply. I have managed to set my pump to kick in & out to stay within the "recommended" temperature range. I have used the T500 for about 3 years, mine is the stainless column with copper packing. I regularly produce 93% abv of around 4.5 - 5.5 litres. Totally agree with your mods the more I get into the hobby. I have found that the better your water quality you use making your wash/mash makes a huge difference on the final product, I am on rain water as apposed to chlorinated town supply. Recently purchased the Alembic potstill dome & condenser which so far I am happy with.
Super cool video not just a review but really good info for new guys
I have both of these, as a small hobby distiller, they both suit my needs
Great video...as always. My T-500 is stainless but has two thermometers. One on the output but it also has one at the top between the loop from the product condenser to the reflux column. Just and FYI. It's very old but works....okay. I would love to upgrade someday and watch your channel religiously. Thanks for what you do.
Great review, Jessie you hit the mark yet again 👍
I use the t500 stainless version.. ..i have put copper saddles into it.. and from a 25 litre wash i generally get 3.5 to 4 litres of 95% product....