Where is Ole Smoky Moonshine?

Ole Smoky Moonshine is located in Gatlinburg Tennessee United States.

What does Ole Smoky Moonshine produce?

Ole Smoky Moonshine produces or represents products such as moonshine, corn whiskey, American whiskey, flavored liqueurs, tourist distillery.

Where can I buy products from Ole Smoky Moonshine?

You can buy products from Ole Smoky Moonshine directly on Bottle of Italy, on the dedicated producer page.

Distillery

Ole Smoky Moonshine

Q: What raw materials does Ole Smoky Moonshine use?

corn, fruit (for flavored variants)

Explore the spirits, production style and story of Ole Smoky Moonshine.

U.S. producer specialized in moonshine (corn whiskey) and whiskey based in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Known for its wide range of flavored moonshines sold in glass jars and for the visitor experience offered at its distillery locations.

moonshine corn whiskey American whiskey flavored liqueurs tourist distillery

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What to know about Ole Smoky Moonshine

Type Distillery

Region Gatlinburg , Tennessee , United States

Founded 2010

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First federally licensed distillery in eastern Tennessee (opened in 2010). Headquartered in Gatlinburg (The Holler) with multiple visitor sites and a strong focus on the tourist experience. Wide range of flavored moonshines and whiskey products; expressions available in retail formats (including mini jars). In 2021 Ole Smoky locations recorded over 5.7 million visitors (among the most visited distilleries worldwide). Acquisition of control by Apax Partners announced in February 2022.

Producer range

Producer range Ole Smoky Moonshine

Spirit categories

moonshine corn whiskey American whiskey flavored liqueurs tourist distillery

Representative products

Original Moonshine Apple Pie Moonshine Strawberry Lightnin' (Lightnin' Line) Lemon Drop Lightnin' (Lightnin' Line) Hunch Punch Lightnin' Charred Moonshine Peanut Butter Whiskey Cereal Spirit Drink Apple Pie (mini/50cl) Cereal Spirit Drink Butterscotch (mini/50cl) Cereal Spirit Drink Cherries (mini/50cl) Cereal Spirit Drink Hunch Punch Lightnin' (mini/50cl) Cereal Spirit Drink Lemon Drop Lightnin' (mini/50cl)

Raw materials

corn fruit (for flavored variants)

Distillation and production

Production method

Production of corn whiskey/moonshine through distillation (facilities equipped with copper stills) and subsequent bottling for the various expressions; many variants are flavored and packaged in the product's characteristic glass jars.

Distillation

Distillation using copper stills for the production of corn whiskey/moonshine; flavored expressions are produced by flavoring the distilled base.

Producer history Ole Smoky Moonshine

Ole Smoky began as a legal moonshine production and retail business in Gatlinburg, Tennessee; the distillery opened over the weekend of July 4, 2010. Founders include Joe Baker, Cory Cottongim and Tony Breeden. In 2013 the company received an investment from Centerview Capital to support growth and expand production capacity; in February 2022 Apax Partners acquired a controlling stake. Over the years it has expanded its presence with multiple visitor sites (e.g., Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Nashville) and an extended range of retail products.

Production philosophy

Inspired by the Appalachian moonshine heritage, combining traditional recipes with modern, flavored variations designed for direct consumption or cocktails. The brand emphasizes the visitor experience (tours and tastings) and wide product availability.

Territory

Headquarters and main distilleries in Gatlinburg, Tennessee (with other locations in Tennessee and expansion projects in additional states). National distribution across the United States with presence in numerous states and selected export markets (e.g., Canada).