WHY COPPER?
Proven.
In the very beginning of the production of alcholic beverages many metals were used to make distillation stills - iron, tin, aluminum, alloy, stainless steel and copper. Over time, copper proved to be the superior metal for this process. Its exellent thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, physical design benefits, aesthetics - and most importantly its catalytic role in the quality of the distillate obtained, means copper has been favoured by distilleries for thousands of years.
Taste.
Managing the active flavours of distilled spirits is paramount. An impressive heat conductor, copper also binds and neutralizes the acids and fermented chemicals that can negatively affect taste. The copper components in direct contact with the distillate are 99.9% pure copper. Brandy is a perfect example of how exceptional quality of taste and aroma can be achieved using a copper boiler.
Aroma.
The characteristics and content of the aroma of distilled spirits is critical to quality. Copper stills naturally remove unpleasant compounds such as sulphur and also promote the development of estery aromas to create a superior aroma. Distillates from apparatus of glass, stainless steel or other materials can have poor organoleptic characteristics (bitter, empty, metallic, dry aroma and taste).
Quality.
Our top quality copper stills not only look magnificent but play an important role in the artisan spirit-making process. The natural resistance to organic acids and antimicrobial properties of copper, along with its proven thermal conductivity, provide an efficent and reliable distilling process… as well as a naturally smooth and clean distillate of unrivalled aroma, taste and quality.