Ole Smoky White Lightnin' American Whiskey (750Ml)

Ole Smoky White Lightnin' is the brand's original clear moonshine, made in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. It is labeled as an American whiskey and bottled at 100 proof. The spirit is distilled from corn, using local East Tennessee corn grown a few miles from the distillery. It is distilled six times for smoothness and bottled clear, with no barrel aging.

White Lightnin' follows the old moonshine tradition of the Appalachian mountains. The Ole Smoky brand was founded in 2010 in the Smoky Mountains. Today it runs distilleries in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Nashville, plus one in Myrtle Beach. It keeps that mountain tradition alive while making a refined spirit for modern bars.

Since it never sees a barrel, you won't find oak or caramel here. The nose is grain and sweet corn, with a gentle sweetness. On the palate it is bold and powerful, softened by corn and a warm alcohol edge. The finish is long, clean and warming.

Most people reach for it as a mixer. It makes a lively swap for vodka, gin or tequila in classic cocktails. Try it in a Moonshine Mule or a glass of Lightnin' Lemonade. You can also sip it well chilled as a shot or pour it over ice.

Serve it with BBQ ribs, fried chicken, cornbread or smoked sausage. It is a fun bottle if you are curious about real Tennessee moonshine. If you want vanilla and oak in your glass, an aged bourbon is the better pick.