Still SUPREMA, 2 to 5 Litres

The Still SUPREMA is a high-quality copper still for spirits, fruit spirits, macerated spirits (Geiste), gin macerations and aromatic distillates. It is available in 2-litre and 5-litre boiler volumes and is aimed at anyone who wants to produce flavourful distillates with a compact, easy-to-handle unit. The SUPREMA is intentionally designed as a spirit-distillation unit and comes with a high-performance coil condenser.

The unit is made of solid copper and has been optimised by us in terms of process engineering. Copper is particularly advantageous during distillation because it can reduce unwanted by-products and disruptive sulphur notes. The wide transition into the still head, the descending lyne arm and the reliable cooling all support clean aroma transfer and a flavourful result.

Why the SUPREMA stands out in spirit distillation

• Designed for alcohol distillation: ideal for spirits, fruit spirits, macerated spirits (Geiste), gin macerations and aromatic distillates.
• Strong coil condenser: the coiled copper condenser ensures reliable condensation.
• Solid copper: copper can reduce unwanted by-products and supports a clean distillate.
• Aromatic results: the wide transition into the still head and the descending lyne arm support intense aroma transfer.
• 2 or 5-litre boiler: the boiler sizes can be chosen according to use, or added later.
• Heated directly: suitable for electric hotplate, ceramic hob, gas, spirit burner or open fire.
• Good control: the thermometer sits in a sensible position in the vapour, before it cools down.
• Compact design: the unit remains clear, easy to handle and easy to clean.

2 litres or 5 litres?

Which boiler size makes sense depends mainly on the quantity and on the distillation step. During distillation the boiler should always be well filled, at least about half-full, ideally higher. A vapour space that is too empty can reduce yield, aroma and flavour.

• 2-litre boiler: ideal for small batches, recipe trials, macerated spirits (Geiste) and the second distillation. Particularly practical when less liquid is available for the second distillation after the first one.
• 5-litre boiler: useful for larger batches, mashes, wine, beer or macerations. For the first distillation the 5-litre boiler is usually the better choice, because a larger starting volume is processed.
• Double distillation: the combination of a 5-litre boiler for the first distillation and a 2-litre boiler for the second distillation is practical.
• Boiler exchange possible: if you want to work more flexibly later, you can extend the SUPREMA with a matching 2-litre or 5-litre boiler.

For fruit spirits, macerated spirits and gin

The SUPREMA is suitable for classic fruit spirits made from mash, wine, beer or macerations, as well as for macerated spirits (Geiste) and creative recipes. With the aroma basket, herbs, spices, fruit or juniper can be gently exposed to the rising vapour. This allows delicate aromas to be obtained without boiling the plant material directly in the alcohol.

This approach is particularly interesting for raspberry Geist, herbal Geist, ouzo, raki, jenever, gin or absinthe. Your own recipes with fruit, herbs and spices can also be implemented well. The unit is therefore not only of interest for classic fruit spirits but also for creative recipes and aromatic specialities.

More aroma thanks to a thoughtful design

The particularly wide transition into the still head, the direct routing of the vapour to the cooling section and the descending lyne arm ensure that aroma and flavour components can carry over well. This produces flavourful distillates with a clearly recognisable character from mashes, wine, beer, macerations, macerated spirits (Geiste) and herbal infusions.

The included coil condenser is made of copper and ensures strong, reliable cooling. The cooling water can be connected via the supplied silicone tubing or changed manually if required. This keeps the unit simple and easy to control in practical use.

Matching additions

If you would like to use both boiler sizes, the matching Boiler for SUPREMA can be a useful replacement or additional boiler.

For the reliable dilution of high-strength distillates we recommend the Alcohol Measuring Set. Further background information, practical tips and recipes can be found in the book Spirit Distillation as a Hobby.

Technical data

Scope of delivery

• Still SUPREMA, copper
• 2-litre or 5-litre boiler, depending on the chosen variant
• Coil condenser, copper
• Aroma basket
• Thermometer
• 1 metre of silicone tube
• Electric hot plate, 1500 Watt
• Laboratory lifting platform
• Acrylic stand for condenser
• Detailed user instructions