Ole Smoky Moonshine Butter Pecan 750ML

Ole Smoky Moonshine Butter Pecan 750ML is a 35% ABV (70 proof) flavored corn moonshine from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, built around roasted pecan and caramel flavors. An ASCOT Awards Gold Medal recipient, this expression stands out for delivering dessert-forward character with genuine depth from Ole Smoky's corn-based distillate.

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

Production & Heritage

Ole Smoky Distillery holds the distinction of being the first federally licensed distillery in the history of East Tennessee, and between 2020 and 2022 it was recognized as the most visited distillery in the world. The Butter Pecan expression starts with a corn-based mashbill distilled with Tennessee mountain water, then infused with butter pecan flavoring to achieve its signature dessert profile. While many flavored moonshines lean heavily on artificial sweetness, this bottling maintains a noticeable grain backbone beneath its nutty, caramelized top notes.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Toasted pecans arrive first, followed by warm buttercream and a ribbon of caramel. A faint vanilla note rounds out the nose, giving it an unmistakable pecan pie character.

Taste: The entry is creamy and rich, with roasted pecan flavor front and center. The mid-palate introduces melted brown sugar and vanilla, building into a velvety sweetness that recalls butter pecan ice cream. A subtle warmth from the corn spirit emerges toward the peak, preventing the sweetness from becoming one-dimensional.

Finish: Smooth and mellow, with lingering nutty richness and gentle caramel sweetness. A soft, warm fade carries a pleasant trace of the underlying grain.

How to Drink Butter Pecan Moonshine

Chilled and served neat is the most direct way to experience the full pecan and caramel profile; a single large ice cube also works well, opening up the butterscotch undertones as it dilutes. Beyond sipping straight, this moonshine adapts to several cocktails:

• Butter Pecan Old Fashioned — swap traditional bourbon for this moonshine to add a nutty, dessert-like twist to the classic template.
• Pecan Espresso Martini — the roasted pecan flavor pairs naturally with coffee liqueur and fresh espresso for a rich after-dinner drink.
• Salted Caramel Mule — combine with ginger beer and a pinch of sea salt to contrast the sweetness with spice and brine.

Best For

• After-dinner sipping alongside Southern-style desserts
• Introducing friends to flavored moonshine with an approachable, lower-proof entry
• Building dessert-inspired cocktails at home
• Gifting to fans of pecan pie, pralines, or Southern confections

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Butter Pecan Moonshine taste like? It tastes like liquid butter pecan ice cream — rich roasted pecan and brown sugar flavors ride on a creamy, smooth corn spirit base with gentle warmth on the back end.

How does Butter Pecan Moonshine compare to Ole Smoky's Original Corn Moonshine? The Original Corn Moonshine is an unflavored, 100-proof (50% ABV) white spirit focused on raw grain character, while the Butter Pecan is a lower-proof, dessert-forward expression with added pecan and caramel flavoring. The two share the same corn-based distillate foundation, but they serve entirely different purposes in a spirits collection.

Is Butter Pecan Moonshine good for sipping neat? Yes — at 35% ABV it is approachable enough to sip straight, and its dessert-like sweetness makes it a natural after-dinner pour without requiring any mixer.

Where is Butter Pecan Moonshine made? It is produced at the Ole Smoky Distillery in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, located in the Great Smoky Mountains region of East Tennessee. Ole Smoky is the first federally licensed distillery in East Tennessee history.

What foods pair well with Butter Pecan Moonshine? Pecan pie is the most obvious match, echoing the spirit's core flavor. Vanilla bean ice cream or bread pudding complement its caramel sweetness. Sharp cheddar cheese creates a pleasing sweet-savory contrast, and dark chocolate truffles highlight the roasted nut undertones.

What sizes does Butter Pecan Moonshine come in? The standard size is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format for this expression.

Is Butter Pecan Moonshine worth the price? It positions as an accessible, entry-level flavored moonshine that delivers strong flavor intensity for its price tier. The ASCOT Gold Medal validates its quality within the flavored spirits category, making it a solid value for anyone drawn to dessert-style spirits.

Why Butter Pecan Moonshine?

Ole Smoky's Butter Pecan expression earns its place through a combination of heritage and execution. Produced at the first federally licensed distillery in East Tennessee — a region with deep, multigenerational moonshining roots — it carries legitimate Appalachian credibility rather than novelty branding. The ASCOT Gold Medal recognition confirms it stands up to formal evaluation, not just casual enjoyment. At 70 proof, it strikes a balance that many flavored moonshines miss: sweet and rich enough to satisfy a dessert craving, yet structured enough by its corn distillate backbone to remind you it is a genuine spirit.