Ole Smoky 250th American Anniversary Edition 3Pk is a commemorative trio of 50ml flavored moonshine jars — Apple Pie, Blackberry, and Strawberry — ranging from 20% to 32.5% ABV. Released to mark America's semiquincentennial, this collectible sampler draws from a distillery that has earned over 500 awards, including American Distilling Institute Best of Class Gold for its Apple Pie Moonshine and 2023 PR%F Awards Distillery of the Year.

Quick Facts: ABV: 20%–32.5% (varies by expression)  |  Origin: Gatlinburg, Tennessee, USA  |  Flavored Moonshine Sampler  |  Distillery: Ole Smoky Distillery

Production & Heritage

Ole Smoky holds the distinction of being the first federally licensed distillery in East Tennessee, rooted in the centuries-old Appalachian moonshine tradition of the Great Smoky Mountains. The base corn spirit is distilled through traditional copper pot stills using a mashbill of 80% locally sourced corn and 20% a proprietary blend of other grains. Each expression in this anniversary set starts from that Tennessee corn-spirit foundation, with natural fruit and spice flavors layered in — Apple Pie receiving pure apple juice, cinnamon, and spices blended with whiskey; Blackberry and Strawberry built around their respective whole-fruit profiles. Today Ole Smoky is the most visited distillery in the world, welcoming over five million guests annually to its Gatlinburg home.

Tasting Notes

Apple Pie (20% ABV): The nose opens with baked apple and warm cinnamon, followed by a buttery pie-crust sweetness. On the palate, the cinnamon-apple character leads with a velvety texture and a faint caramel undertone, finishing short and gently warming with lingering pie spice.

Blackberry (20% ABV): Fresh blackberry jam dominates from first sniff to sip. The taste is sweet and incredibly sippable, with ripe dark-berry intensity that fades to a soft, fruity warmth on a short finish.

Strawberry (32.5% ABV): Juicy, ripe strawberry lifts off the nose immediately. The corn-spirit base provides a smooth backdrop for bright berry sweetness across the mid-palate, finishing light and pleasantly fruity with minimal alcohol burn despite the higher proof.

How to Drink the 250th Anniversary 3Pk

Each 50ml jar is ideal for sipping chilled or neat, allowing a side-by-side comparison of three distinct flavor profiles. The Apple Pie expression shines in a Harvest Mule, where its baked-apple and cinnamon notes pair naturally with ginger beer and lime. Blackberry works well in a Bramble, substituting for blackberry liqueur and adding Appalachian character to the gin-and-lemon classic. Strawberry is a strong base for a Moonshine Lemonade, where its bright fruit and moderate proof balance easily with fresh-squeezed citrus and simple syrup.

Best For

• Gifting an Americana enthusiast or moonshine collector for the 250th anniversary milestone
• Introducing friends to flavored moonshine through a guided tasting flight
• Adding a commemorative keepsake to a home bar or spirits collection
• Stocking a party or tailgate with easy-to-share, single-serve portions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the 250th Anniversary 3Pk taste like? The set spans a range from warm, spiced baked apple in the Apple Pie jar to bright berry sweetness in the Blackberry and Strawberry jars, all built on a smooth Tennessee corn-spirit base with short, gently warming finishes.

How does Ole Smoky compare to Sugarlands Shine? Both are Gatlinburg-based distilleries producing flavored moonshine samplers at similar price points, but Ole Smoky's Apple Pie leans toward red-apple and warm cinnamon-pie spice, while Sugarlands' Appalachian Apple Pie emphasizes green apple and caramel. Ole Smoky also holds the distinction of being the first federally licensed distillery in East Tennessee and the top-selling moonshine brand in the world.

Is the 250th Anniversary 3Pk good for beginners? Yes — the lower ABVs (20%–32.5%), familiar fruit flavors, and minimal alcohol burn make this an approachable introduction to moonshine and flavored whiskey.

Where is the 250th Anniversary 3Pk made? All three expressions are distilled at Ole Smoky Distillery in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains — a region with deep ties to the American moonshine tradition.

What foods pair well with the 250th Anniversary 3Pk? The Apple Pie jar complements sharp cheddar or pecan pie, with the cinnamon and baked-apple notes echoing autumnal desserts. Blackberry pairs well with dark chocolate or a charcuterie board featuring aged gouda. Strawberry is a natural match alongside angel food cake, fresh berry tarts, or vanilla ice cream.

What sizes does the 250th Anniversary 3Pk come in? This commemorative set is packaged as three 50ml mason-jar-style bottles, totaling 150ml across the trio.

Is the 250th Anniversary 3Pk worth the price? Positioned as a collectible, entry-level sampler, this set delivers strong value as a commemorative gift or an affordable tasting flight for anyone curious about Ole Smoky's best-selling flavors without committing to full-size bottles.

Why the 250th Anniversary 3Pk?

This set distills three of Ole Smoky's most awarded and best-selling expressions into a single commemorative package tied to a once-in-a-lifetime national milestone. The Apple Pie expression alone holds an American Distilling Institute Best of Class Gold Medal, earned against 36 competing moonshine brands. Backed by a distillery that has collected over 500 awards and serves as a living monument to Appalachian distilling heritage, the 250th Anniversary 3Pk functions equally well as a collectible keepsake, a gifting shortcut, or a practical introduction to the flavored moonshine category from the brand that defines it.