Monzert's practical distiller : an exhaustive treatise on the art of distilling and rectifying spiritous liquors and alcohol ...

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MONZEET’S

Preface

Ill presenting this book to the public it is with the intention of conyeying, in as brief a manner as is consistent with perspicuity, a clear conception of the methods by which spirituous liquors are obtained and purified. It may be remarked that this work is entirely free from theoretical or undeyeloped ideas. Its contents are based upon well established facts which have been obtained by practical experience, and fully demonstrated by the author while acting in his capacity of distiller, rectifier and compounder for oyer a quarter of a century, during which time many changes have taken place, improvements have been perfected, old theories have been cast aside, important facts have been adduced and verified, and much that was formerly shrouded in mystery has been brought to light.

The construction and management of the Still, its various forms and modifications, from the primitive

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pots to the complicated alcohol rectifying apparatus, with its tall column and powerful condensers, are all clearly explained.

The distillation of essential oils, the production of flavoring extracts, the formation and purification of alcohol, the proper management of liquors, are all well worthy of consideration. Each subject is treated separately and in a manner which can not be misunderstood.

The author has been specially careful to avoid the introduction of abstruse problems and intricate chemical analysis, as tending to perplex rather than * aid the practical operative.

It will be seen upon perusal that this work has been written by one who, although laying no claim to literary ability, is thoroughly conversant with the subjects upon which it treats, and he submits with full confidence the results of his labor to a discerning and appreciative public.