Large Copper Stills: 50, 60 & 100 Gallon
Looking for a 50 gallon copper still or something even bigger? This page has our large stills in one place: 50, 60 and 100 gallon sizes. Prices run from $1,099 for the 50 gallon "EZ KIT" to $1,900 for the complete 50 gallon Advanced Model with a 10 gallon thumper and 10 gallon worm. Every one is in stock.
You have two paths. A complete still comes built, soldered and tested at Fort Wilkins in Pittsfield, New Hampshire. An "EZ KIT" lets you do the final soldering yourself and costs less. Both use thick 20 oz, 22 gauge American copper and lead-free silver solder.
50 Gallon "EZ KIT" You Solder Copper Moonshine Kit
50 Gallon Advanced Model Complete Copper Distiller with 10 Gallon Thumper 10 Gallon Worm
60 Gallon "EZ KIT" You Solder Copper Moonshine Kit
100 Gallon "EZ KIT" You Solder Copper Moonshine Kit
- Large copper stills here range from $1,099 (50 gallon kit) to $1,900 (complete 50 gallon with thumper and worm), with 60 and 100 gallon kits too.
- Choose a complete still if you want it built and tested, or an "EZ KIT" if you want to solder it yourself and save money.
- All are hand built in Pittsfield, NH from heavy 20 oz American copper with lead-free silver solder and a lifetime warranty.
Choosing a 50 Gallon Copper Still or a 100 Gallon Still
Size is the first choice. A 50 gallon still is a big step up from home-size stills and still fits in a garage or shop. A 100 gallon still is for people who want to run large batches and have the space, heat and help to handle it. A full 100 gallon pot is very heavy, so plan where it will sit before you buy.
The 60 gallon kit sits in the middle. If you are torn between 50 and 100, it gives you extra room without doubling the size. Not sure yet? Our guide on what size still you need walks through it, and our 30 gallon copper stills are a good fit if these feel too big.
- 50 gallon kit: $1,099, lowest price for a large copper still
- 50 gallon complete Advanced Model: $1,900, built and ready
- 60 gallon kit: $1,200, a middle size
- 100 gallon kit: $1,699, our biggest size on this page
Complete Still or "EZ KIT": What Comes in the Box
The 50 Gallon Advanced Model is a complete distiller. It includes the pot, a 10 gallon thumper and a 10 gallon worm. The thumper takes vapor from the pot and redistills it, which raises the strength in one run. The worm is the coiled condenser that cools the vapor back into liquid. Learn more in our thumper keg guide.
The "EZ KIT" models are you-solder kits. We cut, roll and form the copper, and you finish the soldering. They are made for people who like hands-on work and want to save money. See all our DIY moonshine still kits for more on how they work. Check each product page for the exact parts in each kit.
Heat Source for a Large Copper Still
Large copper stills are usually heated with a propane burner, because big pots need a lot of steady heat. Slow, even heat matters. Too much heat too fast can scorch the mash on the bottom of the pot.
The product titles here do not list a burner, so plan for one. You can find burners, silver solder, hydrometers and spare pots, thumpers and condensers on our moonshine still parts page. Questions about the right burner? Call the owner at 1-502-337-3944.
Why Heavy Copper Matters at This Size
A big pot holds a lot of weight and gets heated for hours. Thin copper can dent, warp or wear out. That is why we use 20 oz, 22 gauge American copper, which is much heavier than the thin copper on cheap imported stills. Read what thickness copper for a still to see the difference.
Copper also works with the vapor as it moves through the still. Working with copper, heat and vapor this way is the craft of the alchemist. As Alchemist G.G. Wilkins, I can tell you: on a still this big, good copper is the part you never want to skimp on. Our copper stills carry a lifetime warranty.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 100 gallon copper still cost?
Our 100 gallon "EZ KIT" is $1,699. It is a you-solder kit, so you finish the soldering yourself. A burner is not listed in the title, so budget for one if you don't have it.
Is there a 100 gallon still for sale that is in stock?
Yes. The 100 Gallon "EZ KIT" You Solder Copper Moonshine Kit is listed in stock on this page. Orders check out through our sister store, MoonshineStills.com.
What is the difference between a 50 gallon still kit and the complete 50 gallon still?
The 50 gallon "EZ KIT" is $1,099 and you do the soldering. The 50 Gallon Advanced Model is $1,900 and comes complete with a 10 gallon thumper and 10 gallon worm. The complete still is cut, rolled, formed, soldered, tested, adjusted and inspected at Fort Wilkins before it ships.
Is it legal to own a 50 or 100 gallon still?
Under US federal law, you can buy and own a still of any size and use it for distilled water, essential oils and similar non-alcohol uses. Distilling alcohol to drink is not legal without a federal TTB permit, even for personal use. A free TTB fuel alcohol permit lets you make ethanol for fuel, and state and local laws can be stricter, so check yours. Read more in are stills legal to own; we don't give legal advice.
Is a large copper still safe to use?
Our stills are built with lead-free silver solder, so there is no lead in the joints. Always run a large still outdoors or in a well-ventilated space, keep an eye on the heat, and never leave it running alone.