Granulated Activated Carbon – Coconut Shell Spirit Filter Carbon
Granulated Activated Carbon is a high-activity coconut shell carbon designed for effective filtration and polishing of distilled spirits and water.
This Acticarb GC1200N 12 × 40 mesh activated carbon is highly pre-washed, pH stabilised and steam activated, providing excellent adsorption of unwanted compounds including odours, colour and other contaminants.
Ideal for use in the Still Spirits Filter Pro and other loose-carbon filtration systems, it's an economical bulk alternative for home distillers wanting clean, neutral-tasting spirit.
Available in 500g and 1kg packs.
Why You'll Love It
- High-activity granulated activated carbon
- Ideal for filtering and polishing distilled spirit
- Coconut shell origin
- Steam activated
- Acticarb GC1200N
- 12 × 40 mesh
- Highly pre-washed
- pH stabilised
- Adsorbs unwanted odours, colour and contaminants
- Suitable for neutral spirit filtration
- Excellent for loose-carbon filter systems
- Compatible with the Still Spirits Filter Pro
- Suitable for water filtration applications
- Available in economical 500g and 1kg packs
Why Filter Distilled Spirit Through Activated Carbon?
Even after distillation, neutral spirit can contain small amounts of compounds that contribute unwanted aroma, flavour or colour.
Activated carbon provides an enormous adsorptive surface area capable of capturing many of these unwanted compounds as spirit passes through or remains in contact with the carbon.
Still Spirits similarly describes activated carbon filtration as helping remove unwanted fermentation flavours, with loose granulated carbon providing advantages including greater available carbon, surface area and control over contact.
The result can be a cleaner and more neutral finished spirit, particularly useful before adding spirit essences or flavourings.
Coconut Shell Activated Carbon
This carbon is produced from coconut shell and steam activated.
Coconut-shell activated carbon is widely used where high adsorption performance is required and makes an excellent filtration medium for spirit and beverage applications.
The supplied carbon is also highly pre-washed and pH stabilised.
Perfect for Loose Carbon Spirit Filters
Use this granulated carbon in suitable systems designed for loose activated carbon, including the Still Spirits Filter Pro.
The Filter Pro uses a long vertical column containing approximately 500g of granulated carbon, allowing distilled spirit to slowly pass through the carbon bed. Border's Filter Pro listing specifies a 500g carbon capacity and up to 8L spirit capacity.
It can also be used with other appropriately designed loose-carbon filtration systems.
500g or 1kg Packs
Choose the pack size that suits your filtering requirements.
500g – ideal for a single Filter Pro fill or occasional spirit filtering.
1kg – economical option for regular distillers, providing approximately two 500g Filter Pro fills.
Buying the larger pack also means you've got replacement carbon ready for your next spirit run.
Granulated Carbon vs Carbon Cartridge
Both systems use activated carbon, but they package it differently.
Granulated activated carbon allows the spirit to pass through a bed of loose carbon and provides considerable carbon contact and surface area.
Carbon cartridges are generally cleaner and more convenient to handle but provide less flexibility over the quantity and arrangement of the carbon.
Still Spirits notes that loose granulated carbon can provide excellent results due to the amount of carbon available, surface area and ability to control contact, while carbon-block cartridges offer greater convenience.
Suitable for Neutral Spirit
This carbon is particularly useful when producing clean neutral spirit using a reflux still.
Once your spirit has been appropriately diluted for filtration, passing it slowly through activated carbon can help polish the spirit before drinking, flavouring or ageing.
It makes an excellent companion to reflux systems such as the AlcoEngine Reflux Still and Still Spirits T500-style setups.
Water Filtration
Acticarb GC1200N can also be used as activated-carbon media in suitable water and beverage filtration systems.
Your supplier specification lists applications including beverage water filtration and other specialised water-treatment applications.
Always ensure the filtration system and carbon specification are appropriate for your particular application.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Granulated Activated Carbon |
| Grade | Acticarb GC1200N |
| Material | Coconut Shell Carbon |
| Activation | Steam Activated |
| Mesh Size | 12 × 40 Mesh |
| Form | Granulated |
| Preparation | Highly Pre-Washed |
| pH | Stabilised |
| Pack Sizes | 500g & 1kg |
| Primary Use | Spirit & Alcohol Filtration |
| Other Uses | Suitable Water/Beverage Filtration |
| Filter Compatibility | Loose Carbon Filter Systems |
| Still Spirits Filter Pro | Suitable |
What's Included?
Your choice of:
1 × 500g Granulated Activated Carbon
or
1 × 1kg Granulated Activated Carbon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is granulated activated carbon used for in distilling?
It's used to filter and polish distilled spirit by adsorbing compounds that can contribute unwanted aromas, flavours, colour and other impurities.
Can I use this for neutral spirit?
Yes. Neutral-spirit filtration is one of the main reasons home distillers use activated carbon.
Can I use it in a Still Spirits Filter Pro?
Yes. This carbon is suitable for the Still Spirits Filter Pro and other filtration systems designed to use loose granulated carbon. Your Filter Pro holds approximately 500g of granulated carbon.
Is this Still Spirits Granulated Carbon?
No. This is Acticarb GC1200N granulated activated carbon. I would actually make that clear rather than trying to make Google think it's a Still Spirits branded product.
What is the carbon made from?
It's coconut-shell carbon that has been steam activated.
What size is the carbon?
The specification is 12 × 40 mesh.
Has the carbon been washed?
Yes. It is supplied highly pre-washed and pH stabilised.
How much do I need for a Filter Pro?
The Still Spirits Filter Pro holds approximately 500g of granulated carbon, so your 500g pack is conveniently sized for one fill.
Can activated carbon remove unwanted flavour from spirits?
Activated carbon can adsorb a range of compounds responsible for unwanted flavours, aromas and colour. Still Spirits specifically describes carbon as absorbing unwanted flavours produced during fermentation.
Can I use this for water filtration?
It can be used as activated-carbon media in suitable water and beverage filtration applications. Ensure your particular filter/application is compatible with this carbon specification.
Why Buy from Border Brewing Supplies?
Buy Granulated Activated Carbon from Border Brewing Supplies for a high-activity, economical carbon for home spirit filtration.
- Acticarb GC1200N activated carbon
- Coconut shell and steam activated
- 500g and 1kg options
- Ideal for loose-carbon spirit filters
- Suitable for Still Spirits Filter Pro
- Competitive online pricing
- Australia-wide shipping
- Click & Collect available
- Local pickup in Tweed Heads South
- Distilling supplies for Gold Coast, Tweed Heads & Northern NSW
- Spirit filters, replacement parts and distilling equipment available
