How Our Copper Moonshine Stills Are Built
At The Distillery Network, every copper moonshine still is handcrafted with precision, pride, and customer satisfaction in mind. We use only the purest, highest-quality copper available — sourced directly from the historic Paul Revere Foundry right here in America. Each 3ft x 10ft sheet arrives at our shop in tax-free Manchester, New Hampshire, where our skilled coppersmiths transform raw metal into works of art.
From Sheet Copper to Shine-Ready Still
Every build starts on our cutting table, where the copper is carefully measured and cut to exact dimensions for the selected still size. Each piece then moves to the bending station, where it’s folded 180 degrees for added strength and safety. This folding not only reinforces the body of the still but also removes all sharp edges — so every customer receives a smooth, user-friendly piece of craftsmanship.
Next, the copper sheets are rolled into perfect cylinders using our industrial rolling machine. After inspection, each section is embossed for structural integrity and traditional appeal — a nod to the old Appalachian designs that inspired our work.
Handcrafted Assembly by Master Coppersmiths
Once all components are ready — including the base circles, cone tops, tubing kits, fittings, and coils — the assembly process begins. Our coppersmiths hand-fit each section: the pot body joins the cone, the cone connects to the cap, and the lyne arm is drilled and installed at a precise 45° angle for optimal vapor flow.
The lyne arm connects seamlessly to the thumper using a custom spin union. Inside the thumper, the copper tubing extends nearly to the base and is angled at 45° to maximize vapor agitation and efficiency. A second spin union allows the thumper to be removed easily, giving distillers the option to run the pot directly to the worm if desired. All of our systems are fully interchangeable, giving you total flexibility in your distilling setup.
The Cooling System and Final Testing
From the thumper, vapor travels to the worm — the final stage of distillation. Here, our team installs a hand-coiled condenser designed for perfect cooling efficiency. Two hose hookups on the side of the worm allow for continuous water flow, ensuring your condenser stays cool and your shine comes out crisp, clear, and pure.
Our copper stills use the following precision-engineered specifications:
Each of our coppersmiths produces only two units per day — because quality takes time.
Every still is inspected, ground, and polished to remove imperfections, then water-tested and fire-tested before shipping to ensure it’s primed and ready to shine.
Made by Hand. Built to Last. Tested to Shine.
At The Distillery Network, we don’t rush craftsmanship. We build stills the traditional way — with real copper, real fire, and real hands. Our customers receive not just a product, but a piece of American heritage that will last for generations. Each still ships fully assembled, leak-tested, and ready for your first cleaning run. That’s the difference between a mass-produced still — and one built by The Distillery Network.