Key Parts of the Rum Still - The lentil. This unique shape at the top of the still (top right, below the copper tube) hides an inside channel that forces steam to flow upward in a spiral, while cold water runs across the top. This creates precise and consistent reflux.The swan's neck. This curved copper tube (at the top of the photo) carries the steam across to the condenser, where it is cooled.The condenser. This tank (on the left of the picture) is filled with a steady stream of cold water, turning hot steam into cool liquid high-proof rum.
The image shows a close-up of a copper distillation apparatus, featuring a large copper pot and a smaller copper vase with a curved spout.
The image shows a close-up of a copper distillation apparatus, featuring a large copper pot and a smaller copper vase with a curved spout.