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Detailed information and instruction for making distilled spirits

Know the Legality of distillation in your area
Safety first! Distillation requires responsibility
Introduction to distilling all manner of spirits
Wash preparation from grains to starch
Fermentation of starch into sugars by yeast
- You wouldn't want to drink a distillers version of a beer
- Wine is the precursor to brandy and many related spirits
Distillation history and instruction
- Theory and design of Stills
- Methanol and the denaturing of alcohol
- Commercial uses of ethanol beyond the beverage industry
Flavoring of spirits and cordials
- Cooperage, storage and maturation of the distillate
Resources for distillers
- Distilling FAQ - Books and Publications - Tables - Charts - Troubleshooting Guide
- The Home Distiller Forums are a great resource for information, but please, read up before asking questions.