Tasting Ole Smoky Moonshine in Pigeon Forge
Published Jan 6, 2023
Moonshine is part of Tennessee history, from illegal backwoods stills to today's modern, legal distilleries. When you visit Pigeon Forge, taste the past at Ole Smoky Distillery. Here's what you need to know for an excellent moonshine-tasting experience.
Welcome to the Barn
The Barn is Ole Smoky Distillery's Pigeon Forge location, one of three in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Located at The Island, a shopping and dining complex in the heart of town, The Barn is beautiful, with 180 degrees of natural light pouring in through glass walls. The decor uses reclaimed, local barn wood with old-fashioned finishes and artwork to give your visit a warm, down-home feel. The Barn is open daily from 10 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Moonshine Tastings Daily
The Barn features its own on-site still plus a special tasting area. You can taste moonshine daily–no need for a reservation! Pay just $5 to taste a variety of the day's selected samples. You'll get a $5 off coupon with your tasting to use on purchases at The Barn.
Moonshine is clear, unaged whiskey that takes on other flavors wonderfully. You'll find moonshines to please any palate, from fruity flavors like strawberry or sour watermelon to creamy treats like coffee or pumpkin spice cream. Don't miss out on original, unflavored 'shine, too!
More than Moonshine
Ole Smoky distills that other mountain favorite, whiskey, starting with a classic, blended whiskey. From there, the distillery's love for unique flavors kicks in. Whiskey offerings include cinnamon, pear, peach, peanut butter, mango habanero, and savory, salty, or sweet tastes.
Canned cocktails are a new specialty. These pre-mixed drinks are ready to enjoy with no mixing needed. Try the Mountain Rita, Mountain Mule, Apple Pie Ginger, or Blackberry Lemonade cocktails. Take some back to your Pigeon Forge vacation cabin for later!
Toe-Tapping Music
Soak up local music while you sip and savor your new favorite drinks! The Barn's outdoor stage is home to live country and bluegrass music daily. Ole Smoky distilleries are all family-friendly, so kids are welcome here. Bring your furry friends to wag their tails while you tap your feet because Ole Smoky is dog-friendly too.
Stay close to downtown Pigeon Forge, and you can return to The Island and Ole Smoky's Barn again and again. Browse convenient Pigeon Forge vacation cabins and plan your moonshine-tasting trip today!
