Can you legally buy a still?

The act of making a mash thus making alcohol is not illegal. However owning a still for the purposes of distilling your mash is illegal unless you have a permit to own that still. That said it is perfectly legal to own a still to make distilled water or essential oils just don’t get caught distilling alcohol in it.

How much will a 5 gallon still produce?

A 5 gallon run will yield 1-2 gallons of alcohol. A 8 gallon run will yield 1.5-3 gallons of alcohol. A 10 gallon run will yield 2-4 gallons of alcohol.

Is distilling profitable?

How much profit can a distillery make? There is great potential for profit. As an industry, small (“craft”) distilleries have now become a $450 million market, and the amount of craft distilleries has increased by 300% from 2011 to 2014.

Is it illegal to buy a moonshine still online?

Interestingly, you can still find distilling equipment online that you can purchase. And even though it is federally illegal to distill alcohol for consumption in the U.S., punishment and enforcement vary greatly per state. Below you can find the detailed alcohol distillation laws in the US.

How much sugar do I need for 5 gallons of mash?

So for a 5 gallon mash (which is recommended for your first batches of moonshine) you would use 5 gallons of water, 5 pounds of corn meal, and 5 pounds of sugar.

How much is a gallon of moonshine worth?

As with most spirits, the price you pay for moonshine depends on the quality, quantity, and where you get it. Street moonshine is most commonly sold in an Orgallone neighborhood. You can expect to pay 30 to 100 for a gallon.

How do I start a micro distillery UK?

Company registration, licences and taxes As Distilling UK notes, you’ll need to set up a limited company, which can be done online from as little as £20. You’ll also need a distiller’s licence and to get approval for your plant and process before you can begin creating gin to sell to the public.

What kind of stills do you need for a distillery?

From pot stills to hybrid stills to reflux condenser stills for sale, you can find it all. For many beginners, figuring out what type of equipment they need and how their system will work can be a huge challenge.

Where can I buy distillation supplies near me?

You may be asking yourself where to buy distillation supplies or if there is a distillery supply store near me. Look no further. Mile Hi Distilling is here to supply you with any of the distillation supplies, parts, and equipment that you could ever need. We ship nationwide and provide the best of the best when it comes to our distillers.

How long does it take to ship copper distilling supplies?

All of our home distilling supplies ship in 1-3 business days. Copper is the preferred material in the construction on any moonshine still. A copper moonshine still removes all the sulfides that are produced during the distilling process. The most demanding distillers demand copper for their moonshine stills.

What kind of stills do I need to make moonshine?

Browse our huge selection of copper stills & stainless steel moonshine stills, home distilling & micro distillery equipment. From handmade alembic stills to reflux columns and flute stills for sale, from the smallest still to distillery size, we have it all.