Ole Smoky Distillery

Ole Smoky Continues to ‘Shine On’ With National Moonshine Week Celebration

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240507176059/en/
    Ole Smoky Celebrates National Moonshine Week (Photo: Business Wire)
    “National Moonshine Week is the perfect occasion for Ole Smoky to celebrate the legacy of moonshine and share the spirit with the world,” said Joe Baker, Founder of Ole Smoky.
  • In celebration of National Moonshine Week and moonshine’s birthplace of the Great Smoky Mountains, Ole Smoky Distillery is continuing their long-time support of Friends of the Smokies by donating a portion of the Moonshine Lemonade cocktail sales sold at participating bars and restaurants around the country from June 1 to June 7.
  • Ole Smoky also provides staffing for volunteer days in the national park, as well as sponsoring their annual events and community activations.
  • “National Moonshine Week brings us many opportunities to not only honor the rich history of this storied spirit, but the community where it began,” says Robert Hall, CEO, Ole Smoky Distillery.

Ole Smoky Distillery Earns Seven ‘Growth Brand’ Awards From Beverage Information Group

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Monday, April 29, 2024

Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, has been nationally recognized with seven prestigious 2024 Growth Brand Awards from the Beverage Information Group, leaders in the beverage alcohol data collection, reporting and analysis, and publishers of Beverage Dynamics , Cheers , StateWays , Beverage Wholesaler .

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  • Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, has been nationally recognized with seven prestigious 2024 Growth Brand Awards from the Beverage Information Group, leaders in the beverage alcohol data collection, reporting and analysis, and publishers of Beverage Dynamics , Cheers , StateWays , Beverage Wholesaler .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240429690493/en/
    Ole Smoky Distillery has earned four Rising Star Awards, for Ole Smoky Peanut Butter Whiskey, Ole Smoky Orange Shinesicle Cream Moonshine, Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream Moonshine, and Ole Smoky White Chocolate Strawberry Cream Moonshine, as well as three Fast Track Awards, for the Ole Smoky Moonshine product line, Ole Smoky Whiskey product line, and Ole Smoky Salty Caramel Whiskey.
  • “The team at Ole Smoky is extremely honored to earn seven Growth Brand Awards for 2024, after being recognized with Growth Brand Awards in each of the prior five years,” says Robert Hall, CEO of Ole Smoky Distillery.
  • For more information on Ole Smoky and its products, visit www.olesmoky.com .

Ole Smoky Distillery Launches New Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey Nationally

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, is announcing the nation-wide distribution of its Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

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  • Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, is announcing the nation-wide distribution of its Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
  • Barrel-aged for four years and true to Tennessee tradition, this high-quality whiskey expands Ole Smoky’s premium, straight whiskey offerings.
  • “The American Whiskey category is continuing to grow, and as one of the fastest growing spirits companies in the country, Ole Smoky is excited to offer consumers a straight whiskey from a distillery they know and trust,” says Robert Hall, CEO of Ole Smoky Distillery.
  • Enjoyed neat or on the rocks, James Ownby Reserve Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey is available in select markets and at Ole Smoky’s four distillery locations.

Ole Smoky Named ‘Hot Brand’ From M. Shanken Communications for Seventh Consecutive Year

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Monday, March 18, 2024

For the seventh consecutive year, Ole Smoky Distillery has been named an Impact Hot Brand by M. Shanken Communications , the leading publisher in the U.S. Wine & Spirits industry, which is known for publications such as Wine Spectator, Impact, Market Watch, Food Arts, and Cigar Aficionado.

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  • For the seventh consecutive year, Ole Smoky Distillery has been named an Impact Hot Brand by M. Shanken Communications , the leading publisher in the U.S. Wine & Spirits industry, which is known for publications such as Wine Spectator, Impact, Market Watch, Food Arts, and Cigar Aficionado.
  • “Securing the ‘Hot Brand’ award for the seventh consecutive year is a testament to our quality products, innovative approach, and the hard work and dedication of our team,” says Robert Hall, CEO of Ole Smoky Distillery.
  • We are honored to receive this award.”
    Founded in 2010, Ole Smoky is the first federally licensed moonshine distillery in East Tennessee and the No.
  • Today, Ole Smoky Moonshine and Whiskey can be found in all 50 states and over 20 countries around the world where liquor is sold.

Ole Smoky Continues Their Reign as the Most Visited Distillery in the World

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Ole Smoky Distilleries , crafting moonshine, whiskey, and featuring daily tastings for visitors, were once again the most visited distilleries in the world in 2023.

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  • Ole Smoky Distilleries , crafting moonshine, whiskey, and featuring daily tastings for visitors, were once again the most visited distilleries in the world in 2023.
  • According to on-premise traffic counters, the four Ole Smoky Tennessee distillery destinations welcomed more than 5 million visitors last year, topping all their largest competitors by significant industry margins.
  • Founded in 2010, Ole Smoky is the first federally licensed moonshine distillery in East Tennessee with roots tracing back over 100 years ago.
  • “We at Ole Smoky are continuously proud of our status as the most visited distillery in the world,” said Robert Hall, CEO, Ole Smoky Distillery.

Ole Smoky Distillery Earns Coveted Distillery of the Year Title in the 2023 PR%F Awards

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies and the most visited distillery in the world, has been honored as Distillery of the Year in the 2023 PR%F Awards , one of the most sought-after awards in the annual competition.

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  • Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies and the most visited distillery in the world, has been honored as Distillery of the Year in the 2023 PR%F Awards , one of the most sought-after awards in the annual competition.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240123713664/en/
    The coveted Distillery of the Year award is determined by the collective scores of each entered product, considering its originality, consistency, flavor diversity, taste components, and packaging.
  • "Receiving PR%F the Magazine’s Distillery of the Year Award is a true testament to the passion, dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence from the Ole Smoky team,” said Robert Hall, CEO, Ole Smoky Distillery.
  • Ole Smoky Moonshine and Whiskey can be found in all 50 states and over 20 countries around the world where liquor is sold.

Ole Smoky Distillery Receives Shanken Communications’ Impact Blue Chip Brand Award for Third Consecutive Year

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Monday, October 23, 2023

Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, announced today it has earned an Impact Blue Chip Award from M. Shanken Communications for the third year in a row.

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  • Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, announced today it has earned an Impact Blue Chip Award from M. Shanken Communications for the third year in a row.
  • The leading publisher in the U.S. Wine & Spirits industry is known for magazines including Wine Spectator, Impact, Market Watch, Food Arts, and Cigar Aficionado.
  • Each year, Impact recognizes the beverage alcohol industry’s best long-term performers with its “Blue Chip” Brands.
  • To earn honors, brands must have:
    “We at Ole Smoky strive to honor the decades-old tradition of moonshine & whiskey making, so we are proud to be recognized as a leader within our industry and receive this award for the third consecutive year,” said Joe Baker, Founder of Ole Smoky Distillery.

Ole Smoky Distillery Expands Size Selection of Fan-favorite Whiskey Flavors

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Ole Smoky Distillery, one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, is expanding the size selection of five of their innovative, fan-favorite whiskey flavors – Peanut Butter Whiskey, Salty Caramel Whiskey, Mango Habanero Whiskey, Peach Whiskey and Salty Watermelon Whiskey – now available in new 375ml bottles.

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  • Ole Smoky Distillery, one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, is expanding the size selection of five of their innovative, fan-favorite whiskey flavors – Peanut Butter Whiskey, Salty Caramel Whiskey, Mango Habanero Whiskey, Peach Whiskey and Salty Watermelon Whiskey – now available in new 375ml bottles.
  • The Salty Caramel Whiskey is also now available in a 1.75L bottle, providing additional product and convenience for heavier users and large gatherings.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231003401690/en/
    Ole Smoky Salty Caramel Whiskey (Photo: Business Wire)
    “As the brand continues to grow, it’s important for us to provide customers with a variety of options to enjoy, which is why we’re excited to introduce these new sizes of our best-selling whiskey flavors,” said Robert Hall, CEO of Ole Smoky Distillery.
  • Ole Smoky Distillery was awarded two ‘Fast Track Growth Brand Awards’ and one ‘Rising Star Growth Brand Award’ by Beverage Information Group, in 2023, honoring the brand’s whiskey line, the Salty Caramel Whiskey flavor, and the Peanut Butter Whiskey flavor.

Ole Smoky Moonshine Cherries Receive Coveted Impact Hot Prospect Award

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, announced its Ole Smoky Moonshine Cherries have been named an Impact Hot Prospect Brand by M. Shanken Communications Impact Newsletter for the 2022 calendar year.

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  • Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies, announced its Ole Smoky Moonshine Cherries have been named an Impact Hot Prospect Brand by M. Shanken Communications Impact Newsletter for the 2022 calendar year.
  • This is not the first time Ole Smoky Distillery has been named to this prestigious list of emerging stars of the industry, as the company has already earned Impact Hot Brand Award for six consecutive years.
  • “We are honored that our Ole Smoky Moonshine Cherries have been named a Hot Prospect Brand by M. Shanken Communications,” said Robert Hall, CEO, Ole Smoky Distillery.
  • Later, the company added Moonshine Peaches, Moonshine Pineapples with Piña Colada, Moonshine Mandarins, Moonshine Pickles, and Hot & Spicy Moonshine Pickles to its expanding list of creative and innovative products.

Ole Smoky Distillery and Big Green Egg Partner to Welcome Fall With “Amp up Your Grillin’ and Chillin’” Sweepstakes

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

Now through November 30, fans can enter for a chance to win the ultimate fall BBQ package, including a Big Green Egg and exclusive Ole Smoky merchandise.

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  • Now through November 30, fans can enter for a chance to win the ultimate fall BBQ package, including a Big Green Egg and exclusive Ole Smoky merchandise.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230907909110/en/
    Ole Smoky Distillery and Big Green Egg partner to welcome fall (Photo: Business Wire)
    To kick off the start of fall and the beloved tailgate season, Ole Smoky is collaborating with Big Green Egg to celebrate both brands’ deep appreciation for tradition, craftsmanship, and the joy of gathering with friends and family while enjoying cocktails and BBQ.
  • “This partnership between Ole Smoky and Big Green Egg perfectly captures the essence of fall by combining the authenticity of our moonshine and whiskey with their premier outdoor cooking system,” said Robert Hall, CEO, Ole Smoky Distillery.
  • The grand prize winner will receive a Large Big Green Egg in an integrated Nest + Handler with Mates, a Big Green Egg cookbook, and an Ole Smoky BBQ tool set, apron, and retro webbed chair.