AlcoEngine Copper Reflux Still Gen 2 – High-Purity Neutral Spirit
The AlcoEngine Copper Reflux Still Gen 2 is an easy-to-use flow-management reflux still designed for producing clean, high-purity neutral spirit.
Featuring a solid copper construction, flow-management reflux design and simple control over the reflux ratio, the AlcoEngine provides an affordable alternative to more complicated reflux still systems.
The current Gen 2 AlcoEngine Reflux Still features Australian garden-hose quick disconnects and a digital thermometer, making setup and cooling-water connection straightforward.
Ideal for neutral spirit that can be enjoyed as vodka-style spirit or used as a clean base for gin, liqueurs and spirit essences.
Why You'll Love It
- Gen 2 AlcoEngine Copper Reflux Still
- Designed for clean, high-purity neutral spirit
- Solid copper construction
- Flow-management reflux design
- Simple reflux-ratio control
- Australian garden-hose quick disconnects
- Digital thermometer included
- Easy to operate
- Excellent value reflux still
- Compatible with suitable DigiBoil and BrewZilla setups
- Compact design for easy storage
- Ideal for neutral spirit and vodka-style distillate
- Great base spirit for gin, liqueurs and spirit essences
Why Choose a Reflux Still?
A reflux still is designed to produce a cleaner, higher-purity and more neutral spirit than a traditional pot still.
During operation, a portion of the condensed vapour is returned through the column. Repeated evaporation and condensation progressively separates the alcohol from water and flavour compounds.
The result is a highly refined neutral spirit that's ideal when you don't want significant flavour from the original wash carrying into the finished product.
Reflux Still vs Pot Still
Choose the AlcoEngine Reflux Still when you want:
- Clean neutral spirit
- Vodka-style spirit
- A neutral base for spirit essences
- A neutral base for gin or liqueurs
- Higher purity
Choose a pot still when you deliberately want more character from grain, molasses or fruit washes carried through into the finished spirit.
Flow Management Reflux Design
The AlcoEngine uses a flow-management (FM) reflux design.
Rather than relying on very precise adjustment of cooling-water flow to control reflux, the design provides direct control over the reflux ratio and consequently the purity of the finished spirit.
KegLand describes the FM design as being less sensitive to water-pressure fluctuations than still designs that require fine adjustment of cooling-water flow.
That makes the AlcoEngine particularly attractive to home distillers looking for a straightforward introduction to reflux distillation.
Solid Copper Construction
The AlcoEngine column is constructed from copper.
Copper contact during distillation is useful because copper reacts with certain sulphur compounds that can contribute unwanted aromas and flavours.
For neutral-spirit production, this combines the benefits of copper contact with the high-purity characteristics of a reflux column.
Gen 2 Cooling Connections
The current Generation 2 AlcoEngine replaces the older barbed cooling connections with convenient Australian garden-hose quick disconnects.
This makes connecting the cooling-water supply considerably easier with commonly available Australian garden-hose fittings.
The Gen 2 model also includes a digital thermometer.
Compatible Boilers
The AlcoEngine Reflux Still can be paired with suitable brewing/distilling boilers including compatible DigiBoil and BrewZilla systems.
Important: A compatible distillation lid is required and is sold separately when fitting the still to DigiBoil or BrewZilla systems.
Always check the connection type and lid required for your particular boiler before ordering.
Higher Purity or Faster Collection
Reflux-column performance involves a trade-off between purity and collection speed.
Increasing reflux generally improves purity while reducing collection speed. Reducing reflux can increase collection speed at the expense of maximum purity.
KegLand also offers a separate column extension that can be packed with copper or stainless packing to increase column volume, allowing the user to trade additional column performance between purity and collection speed.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | AlcoEngine |
| Model | Gen 2 |
| Type | Flow Management Reflux Still |
| Material | Copper |
| Primary Use | High-Purity Neutral Spirit |
| Cooling Connections | Australian Garden-Hose Quick Disconnects |
| Thermometer | Digital Thermometer Included |
| Cooling | Water Cooled |
| Boiler | Sold Separately |
| Distillation Lid | Sold Separately |
| Suitable For | Neutral Spirit, Vodka-Style Spirit & Base Spirit |
| Column Extension | Optional |
What's Included?
- 1 × AlcoEngine Copper Reflux Still Gen 2
- Digital thermometer
- Gen 2 cooling-water connections
- Required standard components supplied by manufacturer
Boiler and compatible distillation lid are sold separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AlcoEngine Reflux Still used for?
It's designed primarily for producing clean, high-purity neutral spirit.
Is this the Gen 2 AlcoEngine?
If you're stocking the current KegLand KL04640 version, yes. Gen 2 uses Australian garden-hose quick disconnects and includes the newer digital thermometer.
What's the difference between the AlcoEngine reflux and pot still?
The reflux still is designed to produce cleaner, more neutral and higher-purity spirit. A pot still deliberately retains more flavour and character from the original wash.
Can I use it with a DigiBoil?
Yes, with a suitable DigiBoil and the appropriate distillation lid and fittings.
Does the boiler come with it?
No. This listing is for the AlcoEngine Reflux Still/Condenser assembly. The boiler is sold separately.
Does it include a thermometer?
The current Gen 2 model includes a digital thermometer.
Can I make neutral spirit with it?
That's its primary purpose. KegLand specifically describes the Gen 2 AlcoEngine as a flow-management reflux still designed for producing high-percentage neutral spirit.
Can I make whiskey or rum with it?
If your objective is to retain the grain or molasses character of whiskey or rum, a pot still is generally the more appropriate AlcoEngine configuration. The reflux model is intended to remove much of that character and produce neutral spirit.
Why Buy from Border Brewing Supplies?
Buy your AlcoEngine Copper Reflux Still Gen 2 from Border Brewing Supplies for competitive pricing and specialist home distilling support.
- Genuine AlcoEngine distilling equipment
- Competitive online pricing
- Australia-wide shipping
- Click & Collect available
- Local pickup in Tweed Heads South
- Distilling supplies for Gold Coast, Tweed Heads & Northern NSW
- Compatible boilers, distillation lids and accessories available
- Turbo yeast, clearing agents, carbon and spirit essences available
- Specialist home brewing and distilling advice
Important: This product is intended for lawful use only. Customers are responsible for complying with applicable Australian laws and regulations relating to distillation.
