If you’ve ever run a distillation and noticed sudden surging, bubbling, or “burping” in your boiler, you’ve seen the effects of uneven boiling. That’s where ceramic boil chips and distilling conditioner come in handy. Two simple tools that make your distillation smoother, safer, and more efficient.
What Are Ceramic Boil Chips?
Ceramic boil chips are small, inert pieces of ceramic added to your boiler before heating. Their job is to ensure even boiling by giving bubbles a surface to form on. Without them, things can get a little hot inside your boiler.
What are the benefits to using Ceramic Boil Chips?
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Prevents surging and foaming
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Reduces risk of boil-over
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Helps maintain a steady temperature
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Improves distillation consistency
Why Do Boil Chips Need to Be Dry?
This one’s important: Always add boil chips dry before heating. Here’s why:
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Wet chips can trap moisture and cause sudden steam release when heated, leading to surging or splashing.
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Dry chips work immediately to stabilise boiling.
If you’ve reused your chips, make sure they’re fully dry before your next batch.
What is Distilling Conditioner?
Distilling conditioner is a food grade anti-foaming agent that helps break down surface tension in your wash. It’s especially useful when distilling washes with high protein content (like molasses or fruit-based ferments) that tend to foam.
What are the benefits to using Distilling Conditioner?
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Minimises foam and froth
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Prevents vapour blockages
We strongly suggest using a few caps of the Distilling Conditioner per run.
Ceramic Boil Chips and Distilling Conditioner might seem minor, but they play a big role in keeping your distillation smooth and safe. Whether you’re running an Air Still Pro or a T500, these tools help you get cleaner cuts, fewer surprises, and better results.