Old Forge Distillery Pigeon Forge: Tennessee Spirits & Craft Cocktails

Old Forge Distillery Pigeon Forge brings Tennessee distilling tradition together with complimentary tastings, handcrafted cocktails, and a relaxed gathering space beside the historic Old Mill. Located at Old Mill Square, the family-owned distillery makes its spirits with stone-ground grains and fresh mountain water, giving visitors a chance to experience a distinctly Tennessee part of the Smoky Mountain food and drink scene.

About Old Forge Distillery Pigeon Forge

Old Forge Distillery sits beside the Old Mill in Pigeon Forge and draws its name and heritage from the area’s history. The distillery uses stone-ground grains from the mill along with fresh mountain water to create its spirits, continuing a tradition connected to the historic site while incorporating modern distilling techniques.

The distillery produces a broad range of Tennessee spirits, including moonshine, bourbon whiskey, gin, rum, vodka, and cream liqueurs. Its moonshine selection ranges from traditional clear varieties to flavored options such as Oatmeal Cookie, Chocolate, Coffee, and Bananas Foster. Guests can also browse the bottle shop for spirits and other merchandise.

For those who want to stay awhile, the cocktail bar offers lounge seating and seasonal craft cocktails made with Old Forge spirits. The distillery also offers complimentary moonshine tastings, giving visitors an opportunity to sample different flavors before choosing a bottle to take home. Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Why Guests Love It

• A taste of local history: The distillery is beside the historic Old Mill and incorporates stone-ground grains from the mill into its spirits.
• Free moonshine tastings: Guests can sample up to 10 moonshine varieties during a tasting, subject to the distillery’s current tasting policies.
• More than moonshine: The lineup includes bourbon, gin, rum, vodka, and cream liqueurs, giving groups plenty to explore.
• Cocktails in a relaxed setting: The cocktail lounge and patio provide a place to sit down and enjoy drinks rather than simply shopping for a bottle.
• Easy to pair with other plans: Its location at Old Mill Square makes it convenient to combine with dining, shopping, and other Pigeon Forge stops.

Insider Tips

Old Forge Distillery currently lists daily hours of 10 AM–9 PM, with Friday and Saturday hours extending to 10 PM on its contact page. The cocktail bar currently lists Monday–Thursday hours from 1 PM–9 PM and Friday–Sunday from 10 AM–9 PM, so check the official site before visiting if you’re planning a specific cocktail or tasting stop.

The distillery does not offer traditional tours, but guests can see the distilling operation from the main area and speak with team members about the process. Groups are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis.

Stay Hello Sunshine Tip

After exploring Old Forge Distillery Pigeon Forge, bring a little of that relaxed Tennessee spirit back to Sunshine Around the Bend. Settle into the hot tub, gather around the fire table on the private patio, or enjoy a slow conversation on the wraparound deck while the wooded surroundings create a quieter ending to the day.