Welcome to South Mountain Distilling Company
Authentic Appalachian Spirits
Welcome to South Mountain Distilling Company, the Carolinas' premier destination for award-winning craft spirits, rich heritage, and hands-on distilling experiences. Tucked into the foothills of Western North Carolina in Connelly Springs, we keep a multi-generational legacy alive.
From our family’s 1828 Gold Rush roots to our modern, legal copper stills, we use time-honored recipes and pure, mineral-rich mountain water to craft the finest moonshines, smoothest Vodka, aged whiskeys, and traditional fruit brandies in the industry.
Premier Western NC Distillery Tours & Hands-On Experiences
If you are mapping out the ultimate Western NC distillery tour, South Mountain Distilling Co. is your mandatory destination. We offer visitors a true, behind-the-scenes look at the craft of Appalachian distillation.
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Walk-In Craft Tastings: Step into our welcoming tasting room and enjoy a guided flight of 5 signature spirits.
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The Masterclass Distilling Experience: Go far beyond the typical walkthrough. Our highly coveted, hands-on experience lets you step behind the stills to grind the grain, mash, ferment, and bottle your own batch of authentic spirit with your name on the label.
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Cocktails, Cards, & Craft Spirits: Friday Nights are for Gaming!
Looking for the ultimate Friday night vibe?
The Experience: Enjoy premium spirit tastings and socialize with the local gaming community in a great atmosphere.
Gather your crew, pack your best strategy, and come socialize with us!
The Ultimate Moonshine & Whiskey Tastings
Stop hunting through the backcountry. South Mountain Distilling Company stands as the undisputed industry leader for authentic moonshine tastings near me. We don't dilute our history with mass-produced neutral spirits or artificial junk; we pour pure Carolina grit into every jar.
Taste our traditional high-proof Corn Whiskey, historic Cherry Bounce, or our exclusive JB Rader’s Honeycrisp Apple Moonshine, crafted in partnership with the legendary Appalachian moonshiner himself.
An Easy Road Trip From Anywhere in the Carolinas:
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Asheville, NC: < 1 hour east on I-40
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Charlotte, NC: 1 hour, 15 minutes north via US-321
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Spartanburg & Greenville, SC: ~1 hour, 30 minutes north
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Greensboro, NC: < 1 hour, 45 minutes west on I-40
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Raleigh, NC: 2 hours, 45 minutes down I-40
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Where to Buy
Want to buy some South Mountain Distillery spirits? Check the map below for locations that carry our products.