Description
Purity Is Not Bought. It Is Distilled. Water from a tap carries more than you can see: minerals, chlorine, and the quiet residue of a thousand pipes. The Alembic answers with an older technology, one that has purified liquids for a thousand years. This 50-liter stainless steel distiller boils water, captures the steam, and condenses it through a red copper coil, leaving contaminants behind and delivering clean, distilled water that is also the purest base for spirits, botanical extractions, and home brewing.
The scale is what makes it remarkable. A 13.2-gallon boiler means a single 2-to-3-hour cycle produces enough distilled water for a household, a small workshop, or a serious home brewery. The 3.5-liter condenser keg and 10mm copper coil cool the vapor quickly and evenly, and the dual temperature controls let you manage the process with precision instead of guesswork. Fruit wine, brandy, essential plant extracts, or simply crystal-clear water, the machine earns its place by producing results you can taste.
Build quality follows function. The 0.7mm stainless steel barrel resists corrosion and cleans up easily, the red copper condenser adds traditional catalytic character to the distillate, and the secure, well-sealed joints hold pressure and vapor exactly where they belong. FCM certified for food contact, it is a serious instrument for people who take craft seriously, backed by the straightforward engineering that makes it easy to run, easy to clean, and easy to trust.
It is not a still. It is an instrument of patience.
Key Features
- ✦ 50L (13.2 gal) stainless steel boiler for high-volume cycles
- ✦ Red copper condenser coil for efficient vapor cooling
- ✦ Dual temperature controls for precision management
- ✦ 2-3 hour complete distillation cycle
- ✦ FCM-certified food-contact materials
- ✦ Easy-clean design with secure vapor-tight seals
- ✦ Versatile: water, fruit wine, brandy, plant extracts
Technical Specifications
- Model: VV-DAD-50L
- Boiler Capacity: 50L (13.2 gal)
- Condenser Keg: 3.5L (0.92 gal)
- Copper Coil Diameter: 10mm (0.39 in)
- Barrel Thickness: 0.7mm (0.03 in)
- Material: Stainless steel + red copper
- Distillation Period: 2-3 hours per cycle
- Weight: 6.92 kg (15.3 lbs)
- Color: Silver
- Certification: FCM food-contact
Application Scenarios
The Alembic serves the household that wants genuinely pure water without plastic jugs, the homesteader who distills for emergency preparedness, the home brewer crafting fruit wines and brandies, and the herbalist extracting essential oils and botanical essences. With a 50-liter capacity it is equally at home in a small commercial kitchen, a farmhouse, or a serious hobby brewery where a 2-3 hour cycle transforms raw ingredients into a finished, purified product that is ready to use or age.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What can I distill with The Alembic?
A: The machine is designed for water purification, fruit wine, brandy, and plant/botanical extracts. Its stainless steel and red copper construction suits a wide range of distillation projects.
Q: How long does one cycle take?
A: A full distillation cycle takes approximately 2 to 3 hours, depending on the liquid, the target purity, and the temperature settings you select.
Q: Is it easy to clean?
A: Yes. The 0.7mm stainless steel boiler resists staining and corrosion, the components separate for access, and the smooth surfaces wipe or rinse clean quickly between batches.
Q: Are the materials food-safe?
A: The unit is FCM certified for food contact, using stainless steel for the boiler and red copper for the condenser coil, both industry-standard materials for distillation equipment.
Q: What capacity does the boiler hold?
A: The boiler holds 50 liters (13.2 gallons), with a 3.5-liter condenser keg, making it a high-volume unit suitable for household, farm, and small commercial use.
Q: Does the copper coil affect the flavor or quality of the output?
A: The red copper condenser is valued in distillation for its efficient heat transfer and its traditional catalytic effect, which is precisely why copper has been the material of choice in fine stills for centuries.
Q: Can beginners operate it safely?
A: Yes. The dual temperature controls and simple water-and-heat operation make it accessible to beginners, while the secure seals and food-safe materials keep the process safe; as with any distillation equipment, follow the included guidance and local regulations.
Q: What makes the output different from filtered water?
A: Distillation removes far more than filtration can, including dissolved minerals, salts, heavy metals, and most organic impurities, because only pure vapor makes the journey through the condenser coil, leaving everything else behind in the boiler.
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