The thumper is the middle stop on the vapor's trip. It sits between the pot and the condenser, and it's where a lot of hobby distillers start experimenting. Adding one, replacing one, or moving to a different size changes how your rig behaves, and that's half the fun of being the scientist in charge.
What you get
This listing includes the copper thumper only. No pots, columns, cones, condensers, or accessories are included. You buy the vessel you need, add it to the parts you already have, and keep the savings. That's how we think about DIY here at Moonshine Kits.
Why buy a thumper by itself?
- Replace a thumper that has reached the end of its life
- Upgrade a still you already own
- Build a custom copper distiller from the parts you choose
- Keep costs down by paying only for the one component you're missing
Many customers buy a copper thumper separately and pair it with a pot they already own or with a DIY condenser setup. It's an affordable way to grow a rig over time without starting from scratch.
Built from pure copper
Each thumper is made from pure copper and designed for durability and long-term use. Sizes are 3, 6, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 gallons, with prices starting at $299. Pick the size that suits the pot and condenser you'll run it with.
Stay on the right side of the law
Owning a still is legal in the US. Stills are also used for water and essential oils. Distilling any alcohol, including fuel alcohol, requires a federal TTB permit, so follow federal, state, and local law before you fire anything up.
