Watching a run is a lot like watching a reaction in a lab. Things change by the minute, and the skill is catching the right moment. The Copper Proofing Parrot holds your alcohol meter or hydrometer so you can read the proof continuously, in real time, as the spirit flows from your still.
Why a parrot matters on an electric still
An electric element with a controller lets you make small adjustments you can repeat. The parrot shows you what each adjustment does. Turn the controller a little, watch the reading move, and you learn how your still responds. You'll know when to make your heads, hearts and tails cuts while the run is still going, so you aren't guessing from a jar afterward. Cleaner cuts give you a cleaner, smoother, better-tasting result.
Key features
- Solid copper construction, built to last
- Holds a hydrometer or alcohol meter securely
- Gives real-time proof readings during the run
- Helps you make accurate heads, hearts and tails cuts
Handmade in copper
Each parrot is handmade from solid copper, the same metal our stills are built from, so it looks right on your rig. It's for distillers who want precision and control, and it lets you take the measurements as you go instead of trusting luck.
Owning a still is legal in the US, but distilling alcohol requires federal (TTB) permits. Always follow federal, state and local law. Questions? Call us at 603-997-6786.
