06/06/2026
Happy National Moonshine Day!
is an unaged, high-proof corn whiskey traditionally distilled at night to avoid government taxation.
Today, it has evolved into a popular, commercially available craft spirit, famous for its cultural significance and rich history.
The term “moonshine” dates back to late 15th-century Britain, but its American roots stem from 18th-century Appalachian settlers who brewed their corn whiskey covertly under the cover of the night sky.
Those triple-X marks seen in pop-culture moonshine jugs aren’t just for show. Historically, they indicated that the batch had been run through the still three times, meaning it was highly pure and potent (often over 80% ABV).
Moonshine is famously sold in glass mason jars because of deep-rooted Southern culture. The resealable, durable jars were perfect for the illicit trade and made passing the batch around to friends much easier.
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