The Ultimate Wine, Shine & Bourbon Experience

4.9 (444 Viator reviews) 3 hrs 30 min Gatlinburg area

The Ultimate Wine, Shine & Bourbon Experience
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Exclusive backstage tours showing the moonshining process
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About this activity

Check out our reviews! This is an experience not offered like any other and cannot be experienced the same way on your own. Visit multiple distilleries...not just one! We created this tour to share our passion of local (SMALL BUSINESS) moonshine and wine locations!

People love this tour because you will be visiting as friends! From private VIP backstage to sampling, its all included!

I will be showing you real life working stills and getting behind the scenes where people can't go. You will be treated as VIP guests at all the locations we visit.

During our walk we will have a couple of stopping points where we will go over the fun (NOT DRY) history and tidbits of moonshine and of course talk about "how the old-timers did it".

This tour will be action packed for the full 3 hours you are with me with the goal of trying different wines and over 15 different flavors of all proofs and even a moonshine cocktail!

- Mobility scooter accessible

Itinerary

  1. Tennessee Shine Company - Gatlinburg · 60 min

    Here we we will have an amazing tasting from flavors that will run from 35 proof cream based all the way to 135 proof 'off the still' moonshine.

  2. Smokin' Banjo · 60 min

    Enjoy a VIP sampling of sparkling and local wines, hard cider, cream wines, and seasonal slushies—or warm mulled wine during colder months. Bundle deals may be available for purchases.

  3. Sugarlands Distilling Company · 90 min

    Our last stop will feature an exclusive to our tour behind the scenes tour of a working distillery from a knowledgeable guide. If that isn't good enough we will also give our guests the opportunity to sample actual moonshine cocktails. After that, we will be doing our last moonshine flight tasting. Its an experience not to be missed

What's included

  • Enjoy tour-only discounts and special access at participating tasting locations.
  • Enjoy wine, moonshine, whiskey and bourbon tastings, plus a cocktail at Sugarlands Spirits Bar.

Not included

  • Gratuities are not included. Please plan to tip tasting staff and your tour guide.
  • Parking is not included. The nearby garage is typically $15/day; limited free parking is available on River Road.
  • Food is not included. Guests should eat before this tasting-focused tour.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Your exact meeting location and arrival instructions will be sent by email or text the day before your tour. The meeting point may vary slightly based on weather or timing but is typically near the covered pavilion outside the Gatlinburg parking garage.

End point: The tour ends at Sugarlands Distilling Company in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg. From here, you can easily continue exploring nearby restaurants, shops, attractions, and additional tasting locations.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for individuals that cannot walk at a moderate pace for a minimum of 0.7 miles
  • Not recommended for individuals that cannot stand for a period of up to 3 hours
  • Not recommended for individuals traveling with persons under 21 years old

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9/5

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