Description
Rayleigh Still: a Distillation culinary technique.
Technical
In distillation, a Rayleigh Still is a separation process where a feed stream is charged and withdrawn batch-wise with a separate stream fed and removed continuously. It is also known as a Rayleigh Distillation. It consists of a single stage distillation where the batch-charged phase is well mixed during operation. This was developed originally by Lord Rayleigh in 1902.
Science
Primary Reaction
Ethanol purification via fractional distillation
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
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Wine Analogy
Similar to the volatile aromas found in young, unaged spirits
Coffee Analogy
Reminiscent of raw coffee bean distillation aromatics
Perfume Analogy