Which type of still is known for producing spirits at a higher strength?

The type of still known for producing spirits at a higher strength is the column still. This still operates continuously and utilizes a tall column filled with packing material, which allows for multiple distillation processes to take place simultaneously. As the liquid is heated and vapor rises through the column, it encounters descending liquid that enriches the vapor with alcohol. This continuous interaction enables the separation of alcohol from other components more efficiently, leading to higher alcohol content in the final product.

Column stills are particularly effective for producing neutral spirits, such as vodka or gin, where a high level of purity and alcohol strength is desired. The design allows for adjustable parameters, enabling distillers to fine-tune the alcohol content based on the desired end product. Consequently, this results in spirits with a significantly higher alcohol by volume (ABV) compared to those produced in pot stills, which typically yield lower-strength spirits with more flavor compounds retained.