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Clara Robbins Ward (frequently referred to professionally as Clara Robbins) has a background that bridges heavy technical engineering with the creative, sensory-driven craft of spirits. She has become a leading figure in the "New Guard" of American distilling, specifically within the Florida craft scene.

The "Master Distiller" ConnectionReggie competed in (and won) a high-stakes competition on the show. His expertise isn't just for TV; he’s a respected figure in the craft distilling community, known for:Sour Mash Mastery: He is a proponent of the traditional sour mash process, which uses the "backset" (spent mash from a previous run) to ensure consistency and pH balance in the next batch.Heritage Techniques: Reggie often emphasizes old-school, "backwoods" methods that prioritize flavor profile over mass production.

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Don Smith is the founder and CEO of South Mountain Distilling Company, a craft distillery located in Connelly Springs (near Rutherford College), North Carolina. A fifth-generation distiller, Smith transitioned his family’s long-standing moonshine heritage into a fully legal, award-winning commercial operation that opened its doors in 2016.

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Jeff Anderson Elkhorn Canna Co. is a cannabis-focused establishment in Asheville NC that hosts live music events. It is associated with the Smokey Mountain Hemp Company.

Rod Parton is a fourth-generation moonshiner and the founder of Drop Zone Distilling, which is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. He is known for being the first in his family to take their long-standing moonshine recipes "legal."Military Background: He served as a Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division and is a Gulf War/Desert Storm Veteran. The name "Drop Zone" is a direct tribute to his paratrooper service.Law Enforcement: Before opening the distillery, he spent 28 years in law enforcement, including time as a Tennessee State Trooper, and three years as a firefighter and recovery diver.Family Heritage: His recipes date back to 1934 and were passed down from his great-grandfather and grandfather. His distillery features products like "The Jumpmaster’s Reserve" and "Legacy Moonshine."About Drop Zone DistillingLocations: The original distillery and tasting room are in South Knoxville, with a second location that opened in Pigeon Forge, TN, in late 2022/early 2023.Community Work: The business is known for being a "give-back" company, with proceeds from specific products benefiting organizations like the Wounded Warrior Project, Folds of Honor, and the Thin Blue Line/Thin Red Line of Tennessee.

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Smokey Mountain Squatch Shine is a moonshine brand founded by Tracy Arvin. The brand is deeply rooted in Arvin's personal history and his lifelong interest in the legend of Bigfoot.Origin and InspirationThe brand serves as a tribute to a childhood encounter Arvin had in 1978 in Eastern Kentucky. According to Arvin, while walking to his school bus as an eight-year-old, he was repeatedly followed by a mysterious "thing in the woods" that whistled and emitted a powerful, skunky odor.This experience culminated in the disappearance of a neighbor's dog, which was later found dead in a manner that convinced Arvin and his family that the predator was not a person or a bear, but a Sasquatch. This event had a profound impact on him, eventually leading him to create a brand centered around the cryptid.Brand PresenceCommunity Involvement: Tracy Arvin is an active figure in the moonshining community. He has been featured at events like Squatch-A-Palooza at Drop Zone Distilling in Knoxville and the Hillbilly Jam in Maggie Valley.Collaborations: He is often seen collaborating and "talking shop" with other notable figures in the moonshine world, such as PhilBilly and Moonshiner Bruiser.Media: Beyond the moonshine brand, Arvin hosts a podcast called All Things Unexplained, where he discusses various mysteries and cryptids

Mena Pratt (also referred to as Mena Killough Pratt) is a Master Distiller known for her background in herbal medicine and her appearance on the Discovery Channel show "Moonshiners' Master Distiller," which she won.Here are some key details about her:Background: She started her career as a massage therapist before getting a degree from the Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine in 2013. Her knowledge of herbalism led her into the hospitality industry as a server/bartender, where she began utilizing her knowledge to create custom bitters and incorporate botanicals into cocktails.Distilling Career: Her path became clearer when she researched amari (herbal liqueurs) and realized their historical connection to herbalists. She has worked as a Master Distiller at Unknown Wood and Grain (formerly part of Unknown Brewing Company) in Charlotte, North Carolina.Specialty: Her expertise blends the worlds of herbalism and distilling, resulting in unique creations like Blue Lotus cocktail bitters and a Reishi Mushroom Syrup.Media Appearance: She gained wider recognition after winning an episode of Moonshiners' Master Distiller, where she even crafted an absinthe despite not having made one before the show.

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Flatrock Distillery (formally Flatrock Distilling Company) is a family-owned and operated distillery located in Maumee, Ohio.They are rooted in the tradition of distilling, with the head distiller, Lawrence Pritchard III, being a fourth-generation distiller whose family history includes bootlegging. He was also an Ohio contestant on the show Moonshiners Master Distiller.Key InformationLocation: Flatrock Distillery & Bistro is located in The Shops at Fallen Timbers in Maumee, Ohio. They opened this new location in 2023. They also operate a Rickhouse (aging facility) in Napoleon, Ohio.Offerings: The Maumee location features a full tasting bar and bistro-style restaurant where you can enjoy their spirits, cocktails, wine, and local craft beer, along with a meal.Products: They specialize in a variety of small-batch spirits, including:Bourbon & Whiskey (Award-winning)Moonshine (They specialize in small batch moonshine)RumHeritage: The company prides itself on sourcing materials locally from Ohio farmers and continuing a family legacy of spirits-making.Northern Yankee Moonshine is a craft distillery located in Ripley, Ohio, which specializes in making small-batch spirits, primarily focusing on moonshine and rum.Here are the key aspects of the distillery:Location: The distillery is located in Ripley, Ohio (Brown County, on the Ohio River). Their address is 904 Hamburg St., in the building that was formerly Kinkeade Ridge Winery.Owner and Master Distiller: The distillery was founded by Doug Taylor and his business partner, Cheryl Albert. Doug Taylor gained recognition after being named a Master Distiller for his signature Honey Peach Brandy on a season of the Discovery Channel's reality show, Moonshiners Master Distiller.Products: They produce several spirits, which initially included:Honey Peach Moonshine/Brandy: The recipe that won Doug Taylor the Master Distiller title.White Lightning (a classic unaged corn whiskey/moonshineCustomer Experience: The location includes a distilling and bottling plant, a tasting room, and a retail store, allowing patrons to sample their products before purchasing bottles.Pap's Hilltop Distillery is a family-owned micro-distillery located in the historic downtown of Bainbridge, Ohio.It's a business deeply connected to the history of the Appalachian region and is run by the Lewis family, specifically co-owners Chris and Katy Lewis.Here are the key characteristics of the distillery:Location: 117 East Main Street, Bainbridge, Ohio (located in the beautiful Paint Valley area of Southern Ohio). The area has a rich history of moonshining, even going back to Prohibition.The "Pap's" Name: The distillery is named in honor of the family's father, Joe Lewis, who was affectionately called "Pap" by neighborhood kids. Joe was originally from the hills of southeastern Kentucky, connecting the distillery to a strong tradition of Appalachian spirits.

Best Friends Distillery is a micro-batch craft distillery located in Argenta, Illinois.It was founded by two best friends, Jill Minassian and Annie Kirby, who turned their long-time friendship and passion into a business, with a mission to curate the "finest moments between friends" with their spirits. Jill also has a family legacy of spirits-making (her father was an avid moonshiner), which was a driving force behind the venture.Here are some key details:Location: 281 N. North Street, Argenta, IL 62501 (Central Illinois).Products: They primarily create truly handcrafted vodka and rum. They have also mentioned plans to eventually distill gin. One specific rum product is called Midnight Caye, an Agave spirit inspired by Baja California.Production: The spirits are crafted in small, 50-gallon batches.Public Access: Currently, they do not have a tasting room or facilities open to the public. Their products are sold at various liquor stores, bars, and restaurants, primarily across Illinois.In short, it's a small, local Illinois distillery focused on crafting spirits—particularly vodka and rum—inspired by and dedicated to the bond of friendship.

Ace Custom Copper is a veteran-owned and operated small business based in Elizabethton, Tennessee, that specializes in traditional Appalachian craftsmanship.The core of their business is designing and hand-building fully functional custom copper moonshine stills and distillation equipment that they describe as "hand-crafted works of art."Flaming Aces Distillery is a craft distillery located in Elizabethton, Tennessee, that focuses on producing high-quality spirits rooted in Appalachian tradition.Here is a detailed description:📍 Location and HeritageLocation: Elizabethton, Tennessee.Historical Significance: It is noted as the first legal distillery to open in Carter County in over 120 years, paying homage to the region's rich history of moonshining.🔗 Connection to Ace Custom CopperFounder: The distillery was founded by U.S. Army veteran and master distiller Tracy Bumgarner (or Tracey Bumgartner), who is also the owner of Ace Custom Copper.In-House Production: The distillery emphasizes that everything, from the spirits to the equipment, is made in-house. They ferment and distill their products using their own custom-built copper stills created by Ace Custom Copper.

Benny "Tater" McClure is an outlaw moonshiner from Sevierville, Tennessee, known for his deep commitment to traditional techniques.He is a successful competitor on the show Moonshiners: Master Distiller, where he utilizes his traditional backwoods knowledge to create a variety of handcrafted spirits. One spirit he is specifically known for is his Oaked Apple Moonshine, which was released after a competition win.In short, he embodies the spirit of an old-school, skilled moonshiner who can compete and win at the highest level of distilling challenges.

Brandon Buffington earned the title of Master Distiller by winning Season 3 of the Discovery Channel show, Moonshiners Master Distiller. His winning creation was a recipe he called "Prehistoric Shine," which featured a unique mash bill utilizing Ancient Grains like Kamut and White Wheat, along with Honey Malt, Raw Honey, and Blood Oranges. The judges lauded his final product, calling it "One of the finest jars of liquor in the history of the show." His victory secured him a commercial run of his recipe at the renowned Sugarlands Distilling Company in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. In addition to his on-screen success, Buffington is also known as the owner of his own venture, Buffington House Fine Spirits.

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The two women who host the Murder and Moonshine podcast are Christy and Misty.They are described as co-hosts with a Southern Twist to their true crime podcast.Christy is noted for having an engaging storytelling style, providing insights into crime cases while maintaining a casual and humorous tone.Misty is known for her humor and relatable commentary, offering an engaging perspective on true crime content.Listeners often praise their thick Southern accents and their natural, down-to-earth delivery.https://open.spotify.com/show/1GlQHR8buJFaAfPryb1las

Jesse Willson is the engaging and informative host of the YouTube channel Still It, which is dedicated to the hobby of home distillation, encouraging viewers to "chase the craft."Here's a better description of Jesse and his content:Jesse Willson's Content StyleJesse is known for his accessible, yet detailed approach to a complex subject. He makes the often-intimidating world of home distilling—which covers making everything from whiskey and rum to vodka and fruit brandy—understandable and fun.Focus on the Craft: The channel’s mantra is to treat home distilling as a legitimate and skilled hobby. Jesse covers the entire process, from preparing the mash and fermentation to running different types of stills and aging the final spirit.Educational and Experimental: He produces clear how-to guides and safety-focused tutorials, but he's also highly experimental. He has popular series like "Safety Net Recipes," which use minimal equipment for beginners, and a "Meme Spirits" series where he playfully distills unusual ingredients (like Kool-Aid or cheap wine).Personality: Jesse is often described as enthusiastic and genuine. He frequently interacts with his audience and is known for being supportive of the home distilling community. He also hosts the "Chase The Craft" podcast, where he has more relaxed conversations with other distillers and industry experts.In short, Jesse Willson is the friendly and knowledgeable guide who demystifies the art and science of home distillation for a wide audience.

Royce Neely is a young, eleventh-generation distiller and the owner of the Neeley Family Distillery in Sparta, Kentucky. He is known for continuing a long family legacy of distilling, which has an extensive history of both legal and illegal whiskey and moonshine production in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky.

Jason Bartolozzi is a contestant on the Discovery Channel's show "Moonshiners: Master Distiller." He is from Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania, and currently lives north of Pittsburgh. Bartolozzi, who is a stay-at-home dad and tattoo artist, was inspired to start making moonshine after watching the show when it first premiered. He applied to be a contestant after seeing a casting call, and two years later, he was contacted by a casting producer.During his time on the show, Bartolozzi created an orange creamsicle-flavored moonshine. He stated that the flavor was inspired by the orange cinnamon rolls his late mother used to make at Christmas. He also expressed that he's not a big drinker but was inspired to create his own moonshine because he had not tasted good moonshine before. He has a distinctive look, which includes a mohawk and a beard. Bartolozzi traveled to North Carolina for several weeks in June 2024 to film his episode. The winner of the competition receives bragging rights and a limited run of their winning spirits at Two Trees Distilling Company.

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Matt Cunningham is a fourth-generation farmer in Marysville, Ohio, and the founder of Rustic Brew Farms. The family farm, which was started by his great-grandfather, has traditionally grown corn, soybeans, and wheat. In 2014, Cunningham and his wife, Michelle, diversified the farm's crops to include barley and hops in order to adapt to a challenging agricultural economy.Cunningham built an on-farm malthouse to process the barley he grows and also dries and pelletizes hops. Rustic Brew Farms supplies these ingredients to numerous Ohio craft breweries, including North High Brewing and Grove City Brewing Co. The farm's products, which are 100% Ohio-grown and processed, are known for giving local brewers a tangible connection to the state's agriculture industry.In addition to brewing ingredients, Rustic Brew Farms produces a line of stone-ground flours, including sprouted corn, wheat, and rye flour. Cunningham has also launched Rustic Farm Distillery, which produces spirits like wheat vodka using grains grown entirely on the farm. He plans to release whiskey and bourbon in the future

Stephen Beam is a seventh-generation distiller and the founder of Limestone Branch Distillery in Lebanon, Kentucky. He comes from a long line of distillers on both sides of his family, with his great-great-grandfather being the bourbon pioneer Joseph Washington Dant and his great-grandfather being Minor Case Beam, the eldest son of James Beam.Stephen's interest in distilling began at a young age, as he grew up surrounded by distillery memorabilia and family stories. He had an early dream of opening a distillery, but the time wasn't right in the 1980s. He initially pursued a career in horticulture and was a landscape architect, but the idea of distilling never left him.In 2010, along with his brother Paul, he decided to carry on the family tradition and started Limestone Branch Distillery. Their goal was to resurrect their family's distilling heritage and bring back well-known family brands like Yellowstone Bourbon, which had a history with both the Beam and Dant families. To generate cash flow while their bourbon aged, they initially produced products like "moonshine."Stephen is known for his hands-on approach and commitment to tradition. He uses heirloom white corn and ferments and distills "on the grain," a method passed down through his family. He has also developed new products like a rye whiskey named "Minor Case" in honor of his great-grandfather and an American Single Malt. The distillery itself is designed to be inviting, bright, and airy, allowing visitors to see every step of the process.

the 2o25 wash out of the hillbilly jam the invasion of the feds and the ballad of uncle joeyUncle Joey, a man whose laugh could shake the leaves off trees and whose stories were as long and winding as a country road, heard whispers of the annual Moonshine Jamboree. Now, Joey wasn't one to shy away from a good time, especially when it involved live music, good company, and a taste of the local "lightning."He arrived at the festival grounds, a sprawling field buzzing with excitement. Tents lined the perimeter, each offering a different flavor of homemade brew. The air hummed with bluegrass music and the aroma of barbeque. Uncle Joey, with a glint in his eye, wasted no time.He started with a small sample, then another, and another. Each sip seemed to untie a knot in his already relaxed demeanor. His stories grew louder, his laughter more boisterous. He danced with strangers, clapped along to the banjo, and even attempted a jig that ended with him nearly toppling over.As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in fiery hues, Uncle Joey was in his element. He was singing off-key with a band he'd just met, telling tall tales to a captive audience, and occasionally mistaking a tent pole for a dance partner. The moonshine had certainly done its work, leaving him in a blissful, hazy state where every moment was a celebration.He wasn't sure when or how he got back home that night, but the next morning, as the roosters crowed and the sun streamed through his window, Uncle Joey woke up with a smile on his face, a slight ringing in his ears, and the faint, sweet memory of a moonlit festival where he'd been high on life and a little bit drunk on moonshine. He knew one thing for sure: he’d be back next year.

oin us as we pull back the curtain on Seven Brothers Distilling, a Cleveland, Ohio-based artisan distillery that's shaking up the spirits world. You'll hear the fascinating story of its founder, the youngest of seven brothers and one sister, who began his distilling journey at the tender age of 14. This early passion, nurtured by family collaboration and years of experimentation, led to the establishment of Seven Brothers Distilling in 2010.What sets them apart? Seven Brothers Distilling is a leader in low-temperature vacuum distillation. Forget aggressive boiling that strips away delicate flavors! Their innovative process, meticulously designed and perfected over a decade, captures the subtle, natural essence of their ingredients, resulting in exceptionally flavorful and smooth spirits.We'll dive into their diverse range of offerings, including their premium whiskies and bourbons crafted from Ohio corn, wheat, and malted barley, award-winning gins, and unique rums and agave spirits. Discover how their commitment to using all-natural, often locally grown ingredients, along with their groundbreaking distillation techniques, creates a truly unique tasting experience.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in craft spirits, innovative production methods, and the inspiring journey of a family-run business dedicated to pushing the boundaries of traditional distilling."

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