{"product_id":"still-spirits-vortex-alembic-equipment-kit","title":"Still Spirits VORTEX Alembic Equipment Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComing soon — expected February 2027.\u003c\/strong\u003e Availability is subject to supplier confirmation. Price to be confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAlembic distilling with air-cooled convenience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStill Spirits VORTEX Alembic Equipment Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs one VORTEX Air Cooled Condenser with CREATE+ 2\" modular fittings for pot still distillation without additional cooling water. Connect the assembled kit to a compatible alembic dome or suitable distilling lid and boiler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for alembic setups used for flavour-led spirits such as whisky, rum, brandy and gin, the kit replaces a water-cooled product condenser. Three integrated fans disperse heat from the condenser's aluminium fins, and a control dial lets you adjust fan speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne VORTEX module for air-cooled product condensation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo additional cooling water needed in the specified alembic configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ 2\" tri-clamp fittings for modular assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable fan-speed control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a beeping alarm thermometer, vented collection cup, clamps and gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × VORTEX Air Cooled Condenser module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal power supply with NZ\/AU, US\/CA, UK and EU plug options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction booklet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ 90° thermowell elbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ 90° elbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ 45° elbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ vented collection cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ beeping alarm thermometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 × 2\" silicone gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 × 2\" tri-clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic boil enhancers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.5 m silicone tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoiler and copper dome sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Check that your dome or distilling lid has a suitable connection for the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModules included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlembic \/ pot still\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConnection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" tri-clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct tubes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304-grade stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCooling fins\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1060-grade aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCooling control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree integrated fans per module with adjustable fan speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer dimensions (H × W × D)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37 × 22 × 61 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer stated weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for compatible 2\" tri-clamp equipment and CREATE+ modular components. Check your boiler, lid or dome connection and the support requirements for your complete assembly before choosing components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStill Spirits specifies a maximum assembly height of 1.1 m above its boiler lid or dome and a maximum total assembly weight of 11 kg, including up to 2 kg of off-centre weight offset by up to 160 mm. External support is recommended for assemblies outside these limits, a lyne arm extending away from the column, or any assembly that noticeably leans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this include a copper dome or boiler?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The kit contains the condenser and listed connecting components. A compatible boiler and copper dome or suitable distilling lid are required separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this the same as the reflux kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The alembic kit contains one VORTEX module for product cooling. The reflux kit includes two modules, a straight column section and column packing for reflux distillation, and can also be reconfigured for alembic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatch: VORTEX FAQs and tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStill Spirits' engineer answers questions about the VORTEX range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LSuUI-XCemw?rel=0\" title=\"Still Spirits VORTEX FAQs and tips\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LSuUI-XCemw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWatch VORTEX FAQs and tips on YouTube\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ALmdwiOtIJQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esee the VORTEX introduction\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore the VORTEX range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-vortex-air-cooled-condenser\"\u003eindividual VORTEX condenser module\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-vortex-reflux-equipment-kit\"\u003eVORTEX Reflux Equipment Kit\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/still-spirits-vortex-alembic-equipment-kit\"\u003eVORTEX Alembic Equipment Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. 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