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.
Here is homepage copy designed for South Mountain Distilling Company's newest release lineup.
New Arrivals: Pure Mountain Grit Meets Bold New Flavors
Handcrafted in the heart of North Carolina, our newest lineup of 60-proof moonshines balances time-honored Appalachian distilling traditions with vibrant, crowd-pleasing flavors. Distilled from cane and grain and packed in classic mason jars, these new additions bring copper-still quality straight to your glass.
Big Nick's Huckleberry Blues Moonshine
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The Vibe: Smooth, soul-soothing, and packed with sweet-tart berry character.
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Flavor Profile: Distilled with cane and grain, this shine layers juicy, sweet huckleberry and rich berry notes over a clean, traditional corn-whiskey base.
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How to Enjoy: Serve iced in a rocks glass, top with lemon-lime soda or lemonade, or sip it straight off the porch.
JB Rader's Apple Blast Moonshine
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The Vibe: Crisp orchard freshness backed by the Godfather of Moonshine himself.
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Flavor Profile: A bold evolution of JB’s classic recipes, delivering intense orchard-apple sweetness balanced by warm grain notes and a signature smooth finish.
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How to Enjoy: Pour over ice, splash with ginger ale or hard cider, or warm it up in a seasonal hot toddy.
Tater's Watermelon Jalapeño Moonshine
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The Vibe: Sweet Southern summer with a sharp, fiery kick.
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Flavor Profile: Master Distiller Benny "Tater" McClure brings you the ultimate sweet-and-spicy dual combo. Ripe, juicy watermelon sweetness hits first, followed by a crisp, warming jalapeño finish.
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How to Enjoy: Perfect for spicy cocktail lovers—shake with fresh lime juice for an elevated spicy moonshine margarita, or pour over crushed ice with a fresh jalapeño slice.
Ready to try the new lineup? Visit our distillery in Connelly Springs for a tasting or order your jars online today!
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.