One is the stuff of outlaw legend, linked to prohibition and homemade distilleries in the South’s backwoods, while the other enjoys a more law-abiding reputation; but what is the difference between moonshine and whiskey? We will break down the similarities between moonshine and whiskey and...
Attention bikers and motorsports enthusiasts! Have you had a chance yet to slay the notorious Dragon? With over 11 miles of road snaking around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, U.S. Highway 129 – fondly called The Tail of the Dragon – is a must for...
Tennessee is known for its music, hospitality, the Smoky Mountains, and, most importantly—its moonshine and whiskey! To help capture the independent spirit of Tennessee and the long history of distillation in the region, over thirty local distillers have created the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. A digital Tennessee...
In the world of liquor and spirits, most of us have a drink or two that functions as our “go-to” at a bar or restaurant. Usually, it’s because these drinks are delicious and easy to order (vodka soda, anyone?). Some types of alcohol, however, are...
Whiskey and bourbon are two spirits distilled from fermented grains. With their smooth and smokey tastes, these alcohols provide the perfect base for countless drinks and have an excellent flavor by themselves. Many drink recipes allow for the two to be interchanged if necessary, so...
As the weather gets colder, there’s no better drink to warm you up on chilly nights than whiskey. Or is it ‘whisky’? You’ve likely seen it spelled both ways, and if you’re American, you probably just stick the extra ‘e’ in for good measure. But...
Often times, lovers of whiskey will lump bourbon and whiskey into the same category when discussing their favorite grain-mash spirit. Many of us have heard the old saying “all bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon.” But what exactly does that mean? What...
Moonshine, corn whiskey, and white whiskey -- what’s the difference? “Clear whiskey” has been taking the liquor world by storm over the past 5 years, and there is a lot of misinformation when it comes to the differences between these spirits, so we’re here to...
At Thunder Road Distillery we strive to produce the highest quality moonshine, rum, vodka, gin, and whiskey in East Tennessee. Located off of exit 407 in Kodak, Tennessee, Thunder Road Distillery is a popular destination for people traveling to Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg. At...