{"product_id":"still-spirits-vortex-reflux-equipment-kit","title":"Still Spirits VORTEX Reflux 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\u003eReflux distilling without cooling water\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStill Spirits VORTEX Reflux Equipment Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e combines two air-cooled condenser modules with CREATE+ 2\" modular components for a reflux setup that requires no additional cooling water. It is designed for producing clean, neutral spirit without needing a running-water supply for condensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne VORTEX module provides reflux cooling and the other provides product cooling. Adjustable fan-speed controls let you manage heat dissipation through each module. The included components can also be reconfigured for alembic distillation, giving you two setup options from one kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo VORTEX modules for reflux and product cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo additional cooling water needed in the specified kit configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" tri-clamp CREATE+ components for modular assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconfigures for alembic use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes column packing, a beeping alarm thermometer, clamps and gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × VORTEX Air Cooled Condenser modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × universal power supplies with NZ\/AU, US\/CA, UK and EU plug options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction booklet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 mm straight section tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ 90° thermowell elbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ 90° elbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × CREATE+ 45° elbows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ vented collection cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATE+ beeping alarm thermometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" sieved gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 × 2\" silicone gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 × 2\" tri-clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 g copper saddles and 500 g stainless steel saddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic boil enhancers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTether system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 m silicone tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoiler sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the connection on your boiler lid and the requirements for your chosen configuration before ordering.\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\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConfigurations\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReflux; reconfigurable for alembic use\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 × 33 × 61 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer stated weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.6 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\u003eIs this a complete still with a boiler?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is an equipment kit to connect to a compatible boiler. The boiler is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does it differ from the alembic kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes two VORTEX modules, a straight column section and copper and stainless steel packing for reflux distillation. The alembic kit has one module for product cooling. The reflux kit's components can also be rearranged 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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