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New Still? Do This Before Your First Run

New still? Don’t run it yet. In this video I’ll show you the smart way to prep a brand-new still before your first real batch. Setup, leak checks, cleaning, vinegar run, and sacrificial run. This is the practical first-run guide I wish every new distiller had. Get it dialled in now, and avoid the mistakes that can ruin your first day. Sign Up To The CTC Newsletter for behind-the-scenes insights from Erin, updates on new products and specials. https://chasethecraft.com?utm_campaign=YT_general Safety Video For New Distillers: https://youtu.be/_VEdpurAPDg?si=tpzfzqHpX_5ffw9S All Rounder Still: https://chasethecraft.com/products/all-rounder-plate-still?utm_campaign=NewStill ============================= Products In The Video ============================= Chase The Craft Stills https://chasethecraft.com/collections/equipment/still?utm_campaign=YT_general CTC Glencairn Glasses https://chasethecraft.com/collections/merch?utm_campaign=YT_general Chase The Craft Maturation Sticks (Shipping from NZ & USA) https://chasethecraft.com/collections/consumables/oak?utm_campaign=YT_general Infinite Inspiration Coin: https://chasethecraft.com/collections/merch?utm_campaign=YT_general CTC Beard oil/balm: https://chasethecraft.com/products/beard-care-bundle?utm_campaign=YT_general All Rounder Still: https://chasethecraft.com/products/all-rounder-plate-still?utm_campaign=YT_general ============================= Popular Series ============================= Safety Net Want to jump into all grain but worried about the process or the amount of gear you need? This series is perfect for you. Real all grain mashes with a safety net and minimal equipment: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZEGsXzw_6OCMkAuGU8yu7NtDZ4t8GK2w Meme Spirits Goofing off with a mini still and some fun ingredients. Sometimes you just need to have some fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue6wM9yX4EU&list=PLZEGsXzw_6OBMNyTtRwBAdd2nqJfgCJOV Distilling fruit and veg Want to know what happens when you distill a potato, banana or apple? https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZEGsXzw_6OARr_CFyEC8e02yT1kQv_Jr ============================= Apparel And Products ============================= Chase The Craft Maturation Sticks (Shipping from NZ & USA) https://chasethecraft.com/collections/consumables/oak?utm_campaign=YT_general Infinite Inspiration Coin: https://chasethecraft.com/collections/merch?utm_campaign=YT_general CTC Stills: https://chasethecraft.com/collections/equipment/still?utm_campaign=YT_general Yeast: https://chasethecraft.com/collections/consumables/Yeast?utm_campaign=YT_general CTC Shirts & Merch: https://chasethecraft.com/collections/merch?utm_campaign=YT_general CTC Bear Products: https://chasethecraft.com/products/beard-care-bundle?utm_campaign=YT_general ============================= More From Chase The Craft ============================= Still Its Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/stillit Support Me With Youtube Memberships https://www.youtube.com/c/StillIt/join CTC Podcast On Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/chase-the-craft/id1489147767 CTC Podcast On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39ItzOaQaDx5lfc9Kk0oyc CTC Podcast On Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/chase-the-craft Subscribe To The Channel Here: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=ChaseTheCraft ============================= Things I Use &/or Recommend ============================= CTC Glencairn Glasses https://chasethecraft.com/collections/merch?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=youtube_general CTC Maturation Sticks https://chasethecraft.com/collections/consumables/oak?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=youtube_general Yeast https://chasethecraft.com/collections/consumables/Yeast The Cool Trippy Shirts Im Always Wearing: https://intotheam.com/CTC Still Spirits Air Still https://chasethecraft.com/collections/equipment Refractometer - Sugar https://amzn.to/3OFLxGI CTC Infinite Inspiration Coin: https://chasethecraft.com/collections/merch?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=youtube_general Refractometer - alcohol % https://amzn.to/37fAZNx IR Thermometer https://amzn.to/3J8ktNx Induction Heater https://amzn.to/3nAW75M Fruit Press https://amzn.to/3q0jhUI Some Cool Distilling Stuff On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer20170928731 My Watch: https://amzn.to/3PwI7IY Canon R6 https://amzn.to/3i0HG8h Canon 24-105 L https://amzn.to/3pSIP67 Rode mic go II https://amzn.to/3t2suhn Newer NL660 Lights https://amzn.to/36a670t Amran 200x Light: https://amzn.to/3qHVOYO #distilling #homebrew #moonshine I often include affiliate links in my videos and descriptions. This will not change the price for you at all, but the seller will give me a small kickback. Cool eh?