The Still Spirits Turbo 500 Stainless Steel Still Kit is a reflux column and condenser system designed to produce clean, high-purity neutral spirits when paired with a compatible boiler. Built with a proven Turbo 500 design, it delivers reliable performance and consistent distillation results.

A proven system for clean, consistent spirit

This setup uses reflux distillation to separate impurities and produce a cleaner final spirit. The kit comes with everything except the boiler, which is sold separately T500 boiler , it provides a straightforward and dependable way to achieve high-purity output.

• Reflux column design for cleaner, higher purity spirit
• Designed for consistent, repeatable distillation
• Stainless steel construction for durability and reliability
• Compatible with Turbo 500 boiler systems

Built for reliable, repeatable results

The Turbo 500 system is designed to maintain stable conditions during distillation, helping you achieve consistent results from batch to batch. It’s well suited to producing a clean base spirit for vodka or flavouring.

This makes it a practical choice whether you’re upgrading an existing setup or replacing a column and condenser.

Where this fits in your setup

This kit is ideal if you already have a compatible boiler and want a reflux column system for clean neutral spirit production. It’s also suitable as a replacement unit for an existing Turbo 500 setup.

Note: A boiler is required and is sold separately here boiler

Key specifications

System type: Reflux column and condenser
Material: Stainless steel
Cooling: Water-cooled condenser
Compatibility: Turbo 500 boiler systems
Application: Neutral spirits / vodka-style output

Specification	Detail
Still Type	Reflux (T500 Stainless Steel Condenser)
Boiler Capacity	25L — sold separately
Fermenter	30L push-top food-grade — included
Max ABV Output	93–95% ABV
Yield — 6kg wash	~3.5L raw → ~8L finished at 40–45% ABV
Yield — 8kg wash	~4.5L raw → ~10L finished at 40% ABV
Distillation Run Time	4–5 hours
Cooling	Tap water — no chiller required
Fermentation Time	~5–7 days
Total Time to Bottle	~7–10 days
Warranty	3 years

 

What’s included in the Turbo SS 500 kit 

Boiler not included — sold separately. Everything else is:

• T500 Stainless Steel Condenser — complete with fittings
• 30L Push-Top Food-Grade Fermenter — handles, volume markings
• Waterflow Controller & Adaptor Set — regulates cooling water flow
• Hydrometer & Alcometer + Test Flask — measure fermentation and distillate ABV
• EZ Carbon Filter System — post-distillation polishing
• 5L Graduated Measuring Jug
• Long Mixing Paddle
• Distilling Conditioner
• No Rinse Sanitiser
• User Guide

Bonus ingredients included:

• 6kg Turbo Production Pack — Classic 6 Yeast, Turbo Carbon, Turbo Clear, 6kg Dextrose

What to expect in your final spirit

• Purity: Clean, high-purity neutral spirit
• Clarity: Bright, polished finish
• Flavour: Neutral profile suitable for vodka or flavouring
• Consistency: Reliable results across batches

 

Hamish’s Verdict: The biggest variable in your result is fermentation quality, not the still. Use the included Turbo Production Pack, keep your wash temperature stable, and let it clear fully before you distil. A cloudy wash in means a cloudy result out. Get that right and the T500 will handle the rest.

5 Reasons to Choose this Turbo 500 System

1. The very best small-batch system available & the world's best-seller.
2. The very best support from both Australian Home Brewing and Still Spirits
3. Comes with all the gear, consumables, and ingredients - (note this kit does not include the Still Spirits Turbo 500 Boiler)
4. Huge cost savings to make a premium quality product
5. This Kit comes complete with a full 3 Year Warranty

Plus, we will guide and assist you every step is required to produce the very best results and have fun whilst you are doing it.

Download the t500 Instruction Manual Here  .

 

We know that choosing the right distillation setup can sometimes be overwhelming. Watch  Choosing the Right Still for You video for a quick guide, or give us a call on 03 9575 3900 for expert advice. We’ll help you find the perfect system.

FAQ's TURBO 500

Q:What’s the difference between a T500 Reflux Still and Alembic Still?

The T500 Reflux Still is used for creating high-purity spirits (like vodka). Reflux stills are designed to strip all flavours from the alcohol base.

The Alembic Dome and condenser is a pot still and is designed to extract flavours during the distillation process. It’s most often used as a gin distiller where gin is created by distilling with botanicals or making Rum from a molasses wash or whiskey from a malt wash. It is not as efficient as Turbo 500 still and operates at lower ABV allowing flavour from the wash to be retained.

Q:Is the T500 beginner-friendly?

Yes  while the Turbo 500 is incredibly efficient, extracting up to 95% of the potential alcohol from your wash and producing spirit at up to 93% ABV, it’s also designed for simple, hands-on operation.

All you need to do is control the water flow rate to keep the outflow temperature between 50 °C and 60 °C — that’s it.

Don’t be fooled by its beginner-friendly design — this is an elite small-batch distilling system that delivers professional-grade results. In fact, the Turbo 500 by Still Spirits is one of the most accessible and reliable distilling systems available, offering clear instructions and consistently smooth results every time.

Q:What do I need to start distilling with the T500?

You’ll need:

• A T500 kit (boiler + condenser)
• Turbo Yeast Pack or a Turbo Production Pack to ferment your wash.
• A 30lt fermenter
• A Carbon Filter to filter the spirit after distillation to create pure polished neutral spirit.

We offer complete kits with all of this included.

Q:What types of spirits can I make with the Turbo 500?

The T500 is best for any kind spirit. That’s the beauty of the Turbo 500 as it allows you to create pure neutral spirits which becomes the blank canvas to anything you like. Step one: create neutral spirit. Step 2: Add flavour essence back in and choose from Vodka, gin, whiskey, bourbon, rum and many others.

Q:How pure is the alcohol produced by the Turbo 500 Still?

The T500 Reflux Still can reach 93–95% ABV, delivering high-purity ethanol. This makes it ideal for creating smooth vodka or clean bases for flavoured spirits.

Q:Do I need a chiller or cold-water supply?

The Turbo 500 needs a cold-water supply for cooling the condenser. Tap water is perfect and doesn’t need to be chilled. There is also an optional upgrade to a Waterflow regulator which plugs into power and maintains consistent flow rate even if water pressure is variable.

Q:Does the Turbo 500 produce methanol?

No-there is no methanol produced when using the Turbo 500 with a Turbo Yeast wash.

Q:How lo long does it take to run a full batch through a turbo 500 still?

About 4 to 5 hours.  Once the power is switched on it may take 45 minutes or more to heat and then you will run your cooling water from the tap. The T500 is designed to run slow and steady for maximum purity and extraction.

Q:How much alcohol is produced with a Turbo 500?

The T500 will extract 95% of all potential alcohol in the spirt wash. Out of a 25lt batch fermented with 6kg of sugar expect 3.5ltrs at over 90% ABV. An 8kg using Turbo Classic 8 yeast will deliver up to 4.5lt at over 90%. Once diluted and filtered you have got 8 to 10ltrs of neutral spirit at 40% alcohol strength.

Q:How long does it take from start to finish?

There are just 4 steps in the process to make the end product -  eg a bottle of Tennessee Bourbon or Spiced rum.

Firstly, ferment and clear the wash This takes about a week. Secondly distil the wash to create the spirit alcohol, which will take about 4 to hours. Step three is to dilute and filter the spirit. The slower the better with carbon filtration but expect that to be 4 to 5 hours with a Filter Pro carbon filter.

The final step is to flavour by adding your essence of choice.

 

Legality

Is it legal to use a still in Australia ?

According to the Excise Act, selling a still or possessing a still larger than 5L—or smaller but used for distilling alcohol—without the appropriate permissions and licenses from the ATO is not allowed. We're here to offer still parts for sale, and your purchase from us includes only these parts, not a complete still.

in Australia, you can use a still of up to 5lt capacity without a distiller's license for either water purification or essential oil extraction. 

Please note: You must have a license to produce alcohol using a still in Australia. It is not legal to separate water and alcohol via distillation in a still without a permit.

Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team — March 2026.
Last updated: March 2026.

Shipping Notice: Freight to some remote or regional areas may incur higher costs, particularly for heavy or large items.  If needed, we’ll provide an updated quote to ensure safe, timely delivery. Thanks for your understanding.