{"product_id":"vesuv-hotspot-40-ultralight-alcohol-burner","title":"Vesuv Hotspot 40 Ultralight Alcohol Burner","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVesuv Hotspot 40\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 40 is a beautifully simple bioethanol stove designed for backpackers, wild campers and mountain enthusiasts who value reliability, efficiency and thoughtful engineering.\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 dependable performance in an exceptionally lightweight package.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40ml fuel capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides additional flexibility for those using larger cookware or preparing meals for two people, whilst retaining the elegant simplicity that makes bioethanol cooking so appealing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe chose to include the Vesuv Hotspot 40 in our Collection because it demonstrates how intelligent design and purposeful engineering can create equipment that performs consistently without 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 40ml\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 15g (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 enduring attractions of bioethanol cooking is its elegant simplicity. There are no moving parts, no pressurised fuel canisters and very little that can fail. The Vesuv Hotspot 40 embraces that philosophy 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 burner is its carbon felt absorbent core. Rather than allowing fuel to remain free inside the stove, 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 flowing across the ground. It's an elegantly simple solution that provides genuine reassurance when cooking in the 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 40 consistently bloomed quickly and produced a stable, even flame that remained remarkably consistent throughout the burn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe additional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40ml fuel capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes the Hotspot 40 particularly well suited to larger cookware and longer cooking sessions. We found it pairs beautifully with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvernew Titanium UL Pot 0.9L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and equally well with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvernew Titanium Pasta Pot 1.3L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing ample burn time for boiling water, preparing dehydrated meals and simple backcountry cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with the Hotspot 30, we often recommend using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eless fuel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e whenever full burner output isn't required. A reduced fuel volume naturally creates a slightly smaller flame diameter, making simmering easier whilst also reducing overall fuel consumption. It's a simple technique that adds another level of versatility to an already highly efficient burner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReliability is another quality we particularly appreciate. There is virtually nothing to maintain, adjust or service. Simply add fuel, light the burner and cook. That uncomplicated dependability is one of the reasons bioethanol stoves continue to be trusted by experienced backpackers around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hotspot 40 also integrates beautifully with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVesuv Outdoors Titanium Windscreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which has been purpose-designed around the burner and complementary cookware. Together they create an elegant cooking setup that provides excellent wind protection whilst maintaining exceptional packability and fuel efficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout our testing, what impressed us most wasn't simply the stove itself, but how naturally it integrates into a thoughtfully considered cooking system. Every component complements the next, resulting in 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 40 is ideally suited to backpackers, wild campers and mountain enthusiasts seeking a lightweight, dependable and beautifully simple bioethanol cooking solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is particularly well suited to those using larger titanium cookware, preparing meals for two people or simply wanting the reassurance of a little additional fuel capacity whilst retaining an exceptionally compact cooking setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose pursuing the lightest possible solo cooking system may prefer the smaller Vesuv Hotspot 30.\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 40 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 40, improving efficiency whilst maintaining an elegantly integrated cooking setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvernew Titanium UL Pot 0.9L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A beautifully engineered pairing offering an excellent balance of capacity, efficiency and packability.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvernew Titanium Pasta Pot 1.3L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – An ideal option for those seeking greater cooking capacity whilst retaining an exceptionally lightweight setup.\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 40 demonstrates that exceptional outdoor equipment is often defined by thoughtful refinement rather than unnecessary complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts carbon felt absorbent core, dependable performance and outstanding compatibility with carefully selected cookware make it a stove we reach for time and time again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully simple, reassuringly reliable and a pleasure to use, it has unquestionably earned its place in our Collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ultralight Mountain Gear","offers":[{"title":"Default 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