{"product_id":"vesuv-hotspot-30-ultralight-alcohol-burner","title":"Vesuv Hotspot 30 Ultralight Alcohol Burner","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVesuv Hotspot 30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSummary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Vesuv Hotspot 30 is a beautifully simple bioethanol stove designed for solo backpackers, wild campers and mountain enthusiasts who appreciate lightweight equipment that performs reliably without unnecessary complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured from lightweight aluminium and incorporating a carbon felt absorbent core, it combines excellent fuel efficiency with a significant improvement in fuel safety over traditional open-well alcohol stoves. With no moving parts, no valves and virtually no maintenance requirements, it offers a dependable cooking solution that is equally at home on weekend wild camps as it is on extended long-distance trails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe chose to include the Vesuv Hotspot 30 in our Collection because it reflects our belief that the finest outdoor equipment often succeeds through intelligent simplicity rather than unnecessary complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lightweight aluminium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal Wick:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carbon felt absorbent core\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuel Capacity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 30ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuel Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Methylated Spirits, Denatured Alcohol or Bioethanol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVerified Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 11.8g (Empty)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carbon felt fuel retention, non-spill design, rapid bloom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProperties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lightweight, reusable and virtually maintenance free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the things we enjoy most about cooking with bioethanol is its simplicity. There are no pressurised fuel canisters, no valves to adjust and no moving parts to maintain. The Vesuv Hotspot 30 embraces that philosophy beautifully whilst introducing an important refinement that immediately distinguishes it from many traditional alcohol burners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the stove is its carbon felt absorbent core. Rather than allowing fuel to sit freely inside the burner, the carbon felt absorbs and securely retains the alcohol, significantly improving safety. When filled to the recommended maximum capacity, the stove is effectively non-spill. Should it be accidentally knocked over before or during use, the fuel remains held within the carbon felt rather than immediately spreading across the ground. It is a deceptively simple engineering solution that provides genuine reassurance when cooking outdoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe carbon felt also contributes to the stove's excellent performance. During our testing, the Hotspot 30 consistently bloomed quickly and produced a stable, even flame throughout the burn, delivering dependable and predictable performance every time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough compact, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30ml fuel capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is more than sufficient for the vast majority of solo cooking tasks. During our own testing, we found that approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18ml of bioethanol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was sufficient to bring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500ml of water to a rolling boil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhen used with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvernew Titanium UL Pot 0.9L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVesuv Outdoors Titanium Windscreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in sheltered conditions. This level of efficiency impressed us and demonstrates just how effective a thoughtfully integrated cooking setup can be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor meals that benefit from a gentler heat, we often recommend using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eless fuel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In our experience, a reduced fuel volume naturally produces a slightly smaller diameter flame, offering improved simmer control whilst also reducing fuel consumption. It's a simple technique that makes the stove surprisingly versatile beyond simply boiling water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother quality we particularly appreciate is its reliability. There is virtually nothing to wear out, nothing to adjust and very little to maintain. Simply add fuel, light the burner and cook. That uncomplicated dependability is one of the reasons alcohol stoves continue to appeal to experienced backpackers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hotspot 30 also integrates beautifully with carefully selected equipment. We particularly enjoy pairing it with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVesuv Outdoors Titanium Windscreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which has been specifically designed around the burner, together with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvernew Titanium UL Pot 600ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The result is a remarkably compact, efficient and elegantly balanced cooking setup that performs consistently whilst occupying very little pack space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout our testing, what impressed us most was not one individual feature, but the overall refinement of the system. Every component complements the next, creating a cooking experience that feels intuitive, dependable and quietly satisfying to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Vesuv Hotspot 30 is ideally suited to solo backpackers, fastpackers and wild campers seeking a lightweight, dependable and beautifully simple cooking solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is particularly well suited to those who appreciate thoughtfully engineered equipment that values reliability, efficiency and elegant simplicity over unnecessary complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose regularly cooking for two people or requiring longer burn times may prefer the larger Vesuv Hotspot 40.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThings to Consider\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBioethanol stoves naturally require a little more patience than many gas stoves, particularly in colder conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest performance is achieved when paired with an appropriately designed windscreen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuel efficiency will vary depending on cookware, weather conditions and the amount of fuel used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor improved simmer control, we recommend using a smaller quantity of fuel, naturally producing a smaller flame diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair With\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring our testing, we found the Vesuv Hotspot 30 pairs exceptionally well with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVesuv Outdoors Titanium Windscreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Purpose-designed to complement the Hotspot 30, improving efficiency whilst maintaining an exceptionally compact cooking setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvernew Titanium UL Pot 600ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Beautifully proportioned for solo adventures and an ideal companion to the Hotspot 30.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvernew Tim²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A thoughtfully engineered titanium spork that complements the refined nature of the overall cooking system.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSOTO Vertical Torch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A dependable precision torch providing fast and reliable ignition.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these carefully selected components create one of our favourite lightweight bioethanol cooking setups, with every item chosen because it contributes meaningfully to the overall experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Verdict\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Vesuv Hotspot 30 demonstrates that exceptional outdoor equipment does not need to be complicated. Through intelligent design, thoughtful refinement and dependable real-world performance, it offers an elegant solution for those who appreciate the simplicity of bioethanol cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts carbon felt absorbent core, impressive fuel efficiency and reassuringly dependable performance make it a piece of equipment we genuinely enjoy using ourselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor us, it has unquestionably earned its place in our Collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ultralight Mountain Gear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54286086504775,"sku":null,"price":15.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/9751\/9175\/files\/VesuvHotspot30.png?v=1783108196","url":"https:\/\/ultralightmountaingear.co.uk\/products\/vesuv-hotspot-30-ultralight-alcohol-burner","provider":"Ultralight Mountain Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}