Ole Smoky Tennessee Blackberry Moonshine 750ML

Ole Smoky Tennessee Blackberry Moonshine 750ML is a blackberry-infused corn moonshine bottled at 20% ABV (40 proof) in a 750ml jar. Produced at East Tennessee's first federally licensed distillery, this expression earned a Silver Medal at the 2014 Craft Spirits Awards International Competition, affirming its standing among top flavored moonshines.

Quick Facts: ABV: 20% (40 proof)  |  Origin: Gatlinburg, East Tennessee, USA  |  Style: Flavored Corn Moonshine  |  Distillery: Ole Smoky Distillery

Production & Heritage

Ole Smoky Distillery opened in 2010 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, earning the distinction of being the first federally licensed distillery in East Tennessee history. The base spirit is distilled from a corn mashbill in traditional copper pot stills, drawing on pure Tennessee mountain water sourced from the Smoky Mountains region. For the Blackberry expression, the finished moonshine is infused with natural blackberry flavors, dropping the proof to a gentle 40 — well below the distillery's full-strength unaged corn whiskey — and yielding a deep violet liquid with ruby highlights.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh-picked blackberries dominate the nose immediately, backed by warm corn grain and a faint trace of vanilla. A subtle floral lift emerges as the spirit opens up in the glass.

Taste: The entry is juicy and fruit-forward, with ripe, sun-warmed blackberry flooding the palate. At mid-palate a clean corn whiskey backbone surfaces, keeping the sweetness in check. The overall mouthfeel is lush and jammy without veering into cloying territory, and the lower proof lets the fruit character shine without harsh heat.

Finish: Medium-short, with lingering berry sweetness that fades into soft grain undertones. A crisp, refreshing quality closes things out and invites the next sip.

How to Drink Blackberry Moonshine

At 40 proof, this moonshine is approachable enough to sip straight from a chilled glass or poured over ice on a warm afternoon. Its lower alcohol and bold fruit character also make it an exceptional mixing ingredient. Try it in a Blackberry Mule, where the berry sweetness pairs naturally with ginger beer and lime. A Moonshine Bramble — substituting the Blackberry Moonshine for gin — delivers a Southern spin on the classic with minimal effort. It also works well in a Blackberry Lemonade Smash, where fresh lemon juice and a splash of simple syrup amplify the fruit without fighting it.

Best For

• Introducing friends to moonshine who find full-proof spirits too intense
• Summer backyard gatherings where easy-drinking cocktails are essential
• Gifting as a Smoky Mountains souvenir or conversation-starting bottle
• Building a flavored moonshine collection alongside other Ole Smoky expressions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blackberry Moonshine taste like? It delivers a burst of ripe, jammy blackberry up front, supported by a clean corn whiskey base and a touch of vanilla sweetness. The flavor is fruity and approachable without being overly sugary.

How does Blackberry Moonshine compare to Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine? Both are 40-proof flavored expressions from the same distillery, but Apple Pie leans into warm baking spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, while Blackberry is decidedly fruit-forward and brighter on the palate. Drinkers who prefer a dessert-spice profile tend to reach for Apple Pie, while those favoring fresh berry character gravitate toward Blackberry.

Is Blackberry Moonshine good for cocktails? Its 20% ABV and bold fruit profile make it one of the more versatile flavored moonshines for mixing. It integrates easily into lemonade drinks, mules, and spritzers without requiring heavy modification.

Where is Blackberry Moonshine made? It is produced at Ole Smoky Distillery in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, situated in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. The distillery, founded in 2010, holds the distinction of being the first federally licensed distillery in East Tennessee.

What foods pair well with Blackberry Moonshine? Try it alongside a sharp aged cheddar, where the berry sweetness contrasts the salt and tang. It complements dark chocolate truffles, enhancing cocoa bitterness with fruit. Grilled pork tenderloin with a blackberry glaze creates a natural echo, while vanilla bean cheesecake or fresh berry cobbler round out a dessert course.

What sizes does Blackberry Moonshine come in? The standard size is the 750ml jar, though Ole Smoky also produces select expressions in 50ml, 375ml, and 750ml formats depending on market availability.

Is Blackberry Moonshine worth the price? It positions as an entry-level flavored spirit, priced accessibly within the flavored moonshine category. The Silver Medal from the 2014 Craft Spirits Awards and consistently positive consumer reception suggest solid value for what it delivers in both sipping and mixing contexts.

Why Blackberry Moonshine?

Ole Smoky's Blackberry expression stands on a genuinely distinctive foundation: it comes from a distillery that broke a generations-long prohibition on legal distilling in East Tennessee. The copper-pot-distilled corn base gives it more backbone than many competing fruit-flavored spirits that start with neutral grain alcohol. Its 2014 Craft Spirits Awards Silver Medal validated the quality early on, and the lower 40-proof bottling strength strikes a deliberate balance — strong enough to carry real corn whiskey character, gentle enough to drink long on a summer evening. In a crowded field of flavored moonshines, this one earns its shelf space by tasting unmistakably like blackberries grown in actual soil, not a chemistry lab.