Meats and Sausages
Distilling Condenser
Condenser is a crucial part of the distilling system. In a simple pot still configuration (alembic) the output of the system is directly proportioned to the efficiency of the condenser. A cool running condenser with a large surface area will immediately cool alcohol vapors and will increase the amount of distillate.
In reflux configuration the reflux condenser regulates the strength of alcohol that is produced.
![The simplest condenser](/public/images/alcohol/distillation-bowl.jpg)
The simplest condenser.
The popularity of a spiral condenser can be attributed to:
- The simplicity of design.
- The wide availability of copper tubing.
- The ease of construction. There is no need for welding, basic soldering will suffice.
![The most popular condenser](/public/images/alcohol/distillation-condenser-spiral.jpg)
The most popular condenser.
![Reflux condenser](/public/images/alcohol/distillation-condenser-reflux.jpg)
Reflux condenser.