So, What Does a Thumper Do in a Still Exactly?
If you've ever spent time looking at old-school moonshine setups, you've probably caught yourself wondering what does a thumper do in a still and why it's sitting right there in the middle of the line. It looks like a little sidekick to the main pot—a smaller barrel or jar just hanging out between the boiler and the condenser. While it might look like an extra piece of equipment you could skip, for a lot of old-timers and hobbyists alike, it's the secret sauce that makes the whole process better. ...