{"title":"Distilling Additives","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"top-shelf-schnapps-base-pack","title":"Top Shelf Schnapps Base Pack","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Top Shelf Schnapps Base Pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe essential companion to any Top Shelf Schnapps flavouring. This 300g base pack provides the ideal body, sweetness and alcoholic balance to match commercial schnapps — transforming your flavouring and spirit into a finished, ready-to-serve liqueur.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the amount of alcohol indicated on your chosen schnapps flavouring label into a large mixing bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlowly add the contents of the Schnapps Base Pack whilst stirring with a whisk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd your chosen flavouring essence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop up to 1.125L with water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChill before serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 300g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYield: 1.125L per batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with: all \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-top-shelf-peach-schnapps\"\u003eTop Shelf Schnapps flavourings\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResult: commercial-style schnapps with ideal thickness and sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626098061655,"sku":"3067","price":2.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Schnapps_base.jpg?v=1777724257"},{"product_id":"top-shelf-liqueur-base-a","title":"Top Shelf Liqueur Base A","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Top Shelf Liqueur Base A — 220g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe essential companion to all Top Shelf liqueur flavourings that specify Base A. This pack provides the ideal body, sweetness and texture to give your homemade liqueur a professional, commercial-quality finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach liqueur style requires a specific base pack to achieve the right balance — always check your flavouring bottle to confirm whether it calls for Base A, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-b\"\u003eBase B\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-c\"\u003eBase C\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible flavourings include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-orange-brandy-flavouring\"\u003eOrange Brandy\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-red-sambuca-flavouring\"\u003eRed Sambuca\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-cherry-brandy-flavouring\"\u003eCherry Brandy\u003c\/a\u003e, and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the amount of alcohol indicated on your flavouring bottle into a large mixing bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlowly add the contents of the Base A pack whilst stirring with a whisk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd your chosen liqueur flavouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop up to 1.125L with water and stir well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 220g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYield: 1.125L per batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with: Top Shelf liqueur flavourings specifying Base A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso available: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-b\"\u003eBase B\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-c\"\u003eBase C\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626098094423,"sku":"3034","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Base_A.jpg?v=1777724576"},{"product_id":"top-shelf-liqueur-base-b","title":"Top Shelf Liqueur Base B","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Top Shelf Liqueur Base B — 260g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe essential companion to all Top Shelf liqueur flavourings that specify Base B. This pack provides the ideal body, sweetness and texture to give your homemade liqueur a professional, commercial-quality finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach liqueur style requires a specific base pack to achieve the right balance — always check your flavouring bottle to confirm whether it calls for \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-a\"\u003eBase A\u003c\/a\u003e, Base B, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-c\"\u003eBase C\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible flavourings include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-triple-sec-flavouring\"\u003eTriple Sec\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-white-sambuca-flavouring\"\u003eWhite Sambuca\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-coconut-rum-flavouring\"\u003eCoconut Rum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-cinnamon-whiskey-flavouring\"\u003eCinnamon Whiskey\u003c\/a\u003e, and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the amount of alcohol indicated on your flavouring bottle into a large mixing bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlowly add the contents of the Base B pack whilst stirring with a whisk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd your chosen liqueur flavouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop up to 1.125L with water and stir well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 260g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYield: 1.125L per batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with: Top Shelf liqueur flavourings specifying Base B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso available: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-a\"\u003eBase A\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-c\"\u003eBase C\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626098127191,"sku":"3051","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Base_B.jpg?v=1777725257"},{"product_id":"top-shelf-liqueur-base-c","title":"Top Shelf Liqueur Base C","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Top Shelf Liqueur Base C — 320g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe essential companion to all Top Shelf liqueur flavourings that specify Base C. This pack provides the ideal body, sweetness and texture to give your homemade liqueur a professional, commercial-quality finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach liqueur style requires a specific base pack to achieve the right balance — always check your flavouring bottle to confirm whether it calls for \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-a\"\u003eBase A\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-b\"\u003eBase B\u003c\/a\u003e, or Base C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible flavourings include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-parfait-amour-flavouring\"\u003eParfait Amour\u003c\/a\u003e and others — check the label of your chosen flavouring for confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the amount of alcohol indicated on your flavouring bottle into a large mixing bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlowly add the contents of the Base C pack whilst stirring with a whisk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd your chosen liqueur flavouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop up to 1.125L with water and stir well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 320g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYield: 1.125L per batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with: Top Shelf liqueur flavourings specifying Base C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso available: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-a\"\u003eBase A\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-liqueur-base-b\"\u003eBase B\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626098159959,"sku":"3066","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Base_c.jpg?v=1777725735"},{"product_id":"top-shelf-cream-liqueur-base-400g","title":"Top Shelf Cream Liqueur Base 400g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Top Shelf Cream Liqueur Base — 400g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEverything you need to produce a smooth, indulgent cream liqueur at home. This base pack provides the right alcoholic strength, sweetness and viscosity to match commercial cream liqueurs — giving your finished drink an excellent mouthfeel and a beautiful appearance in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse with any Top Shelf cream liqueur flavouring, including \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-shelf-irish-cream-flavouring\"\u003eIrish Cream\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-top-shelf-chocolate-cream-flavouring\"\u003eChocolate Cream\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-top-shelf-butterscotch-cream-flavouring\"\u003eButterscotch Cream\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-top-shelf-pina-colada-flavouring\"\u003ePiña Colada\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e if the liqueur separates on standing, a good shake will restore it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve the base pack in 250ml of hot water and stir until fully dissolved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 500ml of 40% ABV neutral spirit and mix well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd your chosen cream liqueur flavouring and mix well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop up to 1.125L with cold water and mix thoroughly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep chilled and serve over ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 400g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYield: 1.125L per batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with: all Top Shelf cream liqueur flavourings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResult: smooth, commercial-style cream liqueur with ideal viscosity and sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626098225495,"sku":"3023","price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Base_400g.jpg?v=1777725962"},{"product_id":"still-spirits-select-liqueur-shamrock-cream-base-215g","title":"Still Spirits - Select Liqueur - Shamrock Cream Base 215g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Select Liqueur — Shamrock Cream Base 215g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated base pack for making a smooth, Irish-style cream liqueur at home. Designed to be used alongside the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-select-liqueur-shamrock-cream-irish-style\"\u003eShamrock Cream Flavouring\u003c\/a\u003e, this base provides the ideal body, sweetness and texture for a finished 1L cream liqueur.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 1 month at room temperature, or up to 5 months refrigerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a mixing jug, combine 70ml of water and 250ml of vodka or filtered alcohol at 40% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the contents of the Shamrock Cream Base and whisk vigorously until fully dissolved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-select-liqueur-shamrock-cream-irish-style\"\u003eShamrock Cream Flavouring\u003c\/a\u003e and stir well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop up to 1L with vodka or filtered alcohol at 40% ABV and shake until fully combined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 215g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYield: 1L per batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-select-liqueur-shamrock-cream-irish-style\"\u003eStill Spirits Shamrock Cream Flavouring\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life: 1 month room temperature \/ 5 months refrigerated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626098651479,"sku":"4763","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Base_icon_dde69420-f335-4e0a-90f1-20a46971db76.jpg?v=1777726336"},{"product_id":"gin-botanicals-london-dry-style","title":"Still Spirits Gin Botanicals – London Dry Style","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Gin Botanicals — London Dry Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCraft a classic London Dry-style gin at home using a carefully balanced blend of traditional botanicals. Juniper-forward with warm coriander, earthy liquorice root and bright citrus peel — everything you need for a clean, authentic gin character straight from your still.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuniper berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoriander seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiquorice root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrus peels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach your Botanical Basket (or Air Still Infusions Basket) to your Air Still, Alembic, or Reflux still\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 30–35g of botanicals to the basket (use the lower end for the Air Still)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistil as normal — the spirit passes through the botanicals during distillation, extracting the flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e if using a Turbo 500 Condenser, remove the saddles before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: London Dry gin — juniper-led, classic and clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanicals: juniper, coriander, liquorice root, citrus peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: Air Still, Alembic still, Reflux still\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended quantity: 30–35g per batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626098880855,"sku":"3178","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Botanicals_dry_London.jpg?v=1777726514"},{"product_id":"distillers-enzyme-glucoamylase-12g","title":"Still Spirits Distiller's Enzyme – Glucoamylase 12g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Distiller's Enzyme — Glucoamylase 12g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fungal-derived glucoamylase enzyme that breaks down dextrins into simple, fermentable sugars — the essential second step in starch conversion for grain and potato-based mashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere \u003ca href=\"\/products\/distillers-enzyme-alpha-amylase\"\u003eAlpha-Amylase\u003c\/a\u003e liquefies starch into dextrins, Glucoamylase completes the job by converting those dextrins into glucose that yeast can directly ferment. Using both enzymes together maximises alcohol yield from starch-based substrates. Also suitable for maximising yield when mashing malted grains using natural diastatic enzyme activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete your alpha-amylase mashing step first and cool the mash to 50–60°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the glucoamylase and hold at temperature for the recommended saccharification period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce conversion is complete, cool to pitching temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd yeast and ferment as normal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 12g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreats: up to 10kg of liquefied starch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermentation volume: up to 25L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature range: 30–65°C — optimum 50–60°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource: fungal-derived\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse after: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/distillers-enzyme-alpha-amylase\"\u003eAlpha-Amylase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626099077463,"sku":"2328","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Still_Spirits_Glucoamylase.jpg?v=1777726928"},{"product_id":"distillers-enzyme-alpha-amylase","title":"Still Spirits Distiller's Enzyme – Alpha-Amylase 12g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStill Spirits Distiller's Enzyme — Alpha-Amylase 12g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA bacterially-derived, high-temperature alpha-amylase enzyme that breaks down starch into dextrins and simple sugars — an essential step when working with grain or vegetable-based mashes for whiskey, bourbon, or other starch-based spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYeast cannot directly ferment the starch molecules found in grains and vegetables. 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