Still Smart

I’ve seen a few articles recently where people have mentioned using Brita water filtering jugs to purify vodka, and I’ve also seen information about refilling your own Brita filter cartridges. I thought it would be a good opportunity to explore this area in a little more detail, and explain the science behind what is happening.

Can you make premium grade vodka from a cheap bottle of no-name spirit? Is it worth the effort and expense of buying the filter jug and cartridges? Is the process safe? I decided to find out whether a Brita jug has any place in the home distillers toolkit, or if it should remain the preserve of cheapskate student types and those who have too much time on their hands.

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