Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine 750ML

Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine 750ML is a flavored corn-based moonshine bottled at 70 proof (35% ABV) in a 750ml mason jar from Gatlinburg, Tennessee. This expression earned an American Distilling Institute Best of Class Gold Medal in the Flavored Moonshine category, a distinction that underscores its standing as one of the most recognized flavored moonshines on the American market.

Quick Facts: ABV: 35% (70 Proof)  |  Origin: Gatlinburg, Tennessee, USA  |  Style: Flavored Moonshine  |  Distillery: Ole Smoky Distillery

Production & Heritage

Ole Smoky Distillery operates out of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains — a region with deep Appalachian distilling roots. The Apple Pie expression starts with an 80% corn and 20% grain mashbill, distilled six times through traditional copper pot stills. That six-pass distillation is notably more refined than many competitors that use triple distillation, resulting in a cleaner base spirit. After distillation, the moonshine is infused with natural flavors including pure apple juice and ground cinnamon before bottling, giving it its characteristic golden-amber color and dessert-forward profile.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Warm cinnamon applesauce rises immediately from the glass, followed by baked pastry dough and a faint sweetness reminiscent of caramel. The nose reads like an apple pie cooling on a windowsill — simple but unmistakable.

Taste: The entry is equal parts cinnamon and fresh apple, bright and sweet without being syrupy. At mid-palate, buttery pie crust and a touch of caramel develop, building toward a tart baked-apple peak. The corn base makes itself known subtly underneath, providing a grain-forward backbone that reminds you this is genuine moonshine and not just a flavored liqueur.

Finish: Medium in length with gentle mouth-warming and a trailing hint of corn moonshine flavor. The cinnamon lingers longest, tapering off into a clean, lightly spiced close.

How to Drink Apple Pie Moonshine

Served chilled or over ice, this moonshine is immediately approachable — the lower proof and natural sweetness make it an easy standalone sipper, especially straight from the freezer. It also functions as a versatile cocktail ingredient:

• Apple Pie Mule: Swap vodka for this moonshine in a Moscow Mule; the cinnamon and apple amplify the ginger beer's spice.
• Harvest Old Fashioned: Use it as the base spirit with a dash of aromatic bitters and an orange twist — the baked-apple notes replace the need for added sugar.
• Hot Apple Toddy: Combine with hot water, a cinnamon stick, and a lemon wedge for a cold-weather warmer where the pie-crust richness really shines.

Best For

• Introducing friends to American moonshine in an approachable format
• Fall and winter gatherings where warm, spiced drinks are welcome
• Gifting to someone who enjoys dessert-style spirits
• Tailgates, campfires, and casual outdoor entertaining

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Apple Pie Moonshine taste like? It tastes like a liquid slice of apple pie — baked apple and cinnamon up front, with buttery pie-crust sweetness, a hint of caramel, and a subtle corn-spirit backbone on the finish.

How does Apple Pie Moonshine compare to Midnight Moon Apple Pie? Ole Smoky's version uses a six-times-distilled corn base and infuses real apple juice and ground cinnamon, resulting in a noticeably spicier, more crust-forward profile. Midnight Moon Apple Pie, produced by Piedmont Distillers in North Carolina, tends to lean sweeter and more fruit-forward with a triple-distilled base.

Is Apple Pie Moonshine good for beginners? At 70 proof with prominent dessert-like sweetness and no harsh grain burn, it is one of the most accessible entry points into the moonshine category for newcomers to American spirits.

Where is Apple Pie Moonshine made? It is produced at the Ole Smoky Distillery in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains — a region historically associated with Appalachian moonshine production.

What foods pair well with Apple Pie Moonshine? Vanilla ice cream or apple crisp for a dessert-on-dessert pairing; sharp aged cheddar, which contrasts the sweetness; smoked pork ribs, where the cinnamon and apple complement barbecue glaze; pecan pie for layered autumn flavors; and buttermilk biscuits with honey butter.

What sizes does Apple Pie Moonshine come in? The standard offering is the 750ml mason jar bottle, though Ole Smoky also produces select expressions in 50ml, 375ml, and 1-liter formats depending on market availability.

Is Apple Pie Moonshine worth the price? It positions as an entry-level to mid-range flavored spirit, and the six-times-distilled base, natural flavor infusion, and ADI Gold Medal recognition provide strong value relative to other flavored moonshines in the same tier.

Why Apple Pie Moonshine?

The six-pass copper pot still distillation is the clearest differentiator here — it produces a notably smoother corn spirit base than the triple-distilled competition, giving the apple and cinnamon infusion a cleaner canvas to work on. The American Distilling Institute recognized this with a Best of Class Gold Medal, placing it at the top of the flavored moonshine category among peer entries. Ole Smoky's decision to use real apple juice and ground cinnamon rather than purely artificial flavorings translates directly into the authentic baked-pie character that defines the drinking experience. For anyone exploring flavored American spirits, this Tennessee-made expression remains a category benchmark.