Ole Smoky Distillery has been making moonshine in the Smoky Mountains ever since our ancestors settled in the area over a hundred years ago—but it wasn’t until Tennessee state law changed that we were able to legally open our first federally licensed distillery in Gatlinburg. That’s right, the moonshine business hasn’t always been on the right side of the law, but since it led us to where we are now, crafting some of the best moonshines and whiskies you’re ever gonna taste, you could say it was totally worth it. (And you’d be right.)

Today, Ole Smoky is the world's best-selling moonshine brand and continues to be a leading player in the American Whiskey category. From our roots in the Smoky Mountains to becoming a nationally recognized spirits brand, we've built our success on authentic craftsmanship, bold flavors, and a commitment to innovation.

We still make that kick-in-the-mouth moonshine folks have loved for over a century, while continuing to innovate with Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine™ flavors like Banana Pudding, Blackberry, and Apple Pie, alongside our growing portfolio of Tennessee whiskies. Because having a heritage you're proud of is great and all, but being really great today is even better!