It would seem that George Jones isn’t the only one who likes Tennessee Whiskey. On a recent press trip, I got to try it for the first time when we did a tasting at Thunder Road Distillery in Sevierville, Tennessee. In case you were not aware, this is where Dolly Parton grew up. So, we have George Jones’ drink of choice in a town rich with Dolly Parton history on a tour led by Charlie Daniels’ twin. Being the classic country fan that I am, I am all about this!
Moonshine & Tennessee Whiskey Tasting At Thunder Road Distillery In Sevierville, Tennessee
Our group got to tour the distillery and learn about their history thanks to our fabulous tour guide. Tell me he doesn’t look like Charlie Daniels. I dare you. And I was amazed that you could get Moonshine in so many flavors. I even shared the Pumpkin Patch variety on Instagram. I didn’t try that one, but I definitely will next time I visit.
At Thunder Road Distillery, our whiskey is a reflection of the whiskey runner’s spirit. From Dumplin Creek flavored moonshine, to our own Thunder Road corn whiskey, rum, and rye, we make the best whiskey in these hills. Drop in for a free tasting.
One reason I have never tried Tennessee Whiskey and Moonshine is because, well, I thought it would taste like butt and I am more of a fruity concoction type of girl. Well, it’s not true! Moonshine is actually quite good. I had no idea you could sample it before you bought it. And I definitely am not about dropping over $20 on something I might not like. Right?
So, I tried the Banana Shine flavored Moonshine as well as the Watermelon. The Watermelon was good but the Banana Shine was AWESOME! So, I bought myself some of that to take home. I really wanted to try the Banana Rum, but didn’t want to drink too much at once, but several people I was with did and said it was really good. People who are more in the know about alcohol than I said that the drinks offered at Thunder Road Distillery are very smooth. I think if a novice such as myself enjoyed their beverages sans chasers, than that is probably true. I will definitely be back. 🙂
See the rest of my pictures from the Thunder Road Distillery on Flickr.
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My hubby is big into whiskey so he would LOVE this. I would like to try some of this whiskey, too!
Not much of Whisky drinker but Banana shine sound unique enough. I like to try everything once and this looks good to me.
I feel that same. Try everything once. I assumed it wouldn't be my thing all these years, but it is actually really tasty.
I live not too far from Sevierville so we visit about once a year. I will have to stop in here next time I am in the area.
My husband loves moonshine. We have an apple pie moonshine right now in the house. He would love to check out this place.
That sounds good. I would like to try that kind sometime, too.
I'm a huge Moonshine fan! I love trying out all the new flavors that are becoming available.
Oh wow what a fantastic sounding place for whiskey drinkers to visit - sounds like you had an awesome trip. x
Those flavors you tried sound great. I'd have to go for the banana shine first! I would have thought moonshine would be way too strong!
This looks like a lot of fun! I'd like to get some for my husband
Man, that sounds like fun! You might not know this but Dolly Parton is my spirit animal (spirit celebrity???). I was sold as soon as you said her name.
I feel like she is my spirit celebrity, too. I just love her!
What a FUN place to go! I would LOVE to visit one day! Everything you tried sounds AMAZING!