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Bootleggers Distillery

Bootleggers Distillery honoring a family tradition

Bootleggers Distillery, located in Hartford, Tennessee, has been open and in operation since 2013. The distillery stands out against its competitors by providing products that are made in small batches, giving each drink a bit of history in each sip. The liquor at the distillery is from grain to bottle, made right there by the river.

Moonshining has been in owner and operator Darrell Miller’s family for decades, and he continues this legacy with his current family run organization. This family dedication extends to the location of the shop as well, because the current store is where his grandfather had a still years ago. Photos Submitted

From page 10 Their spirits are also sold throughout the state of Tennessee, excluding the Memphis area, but they hope to expand in the coming years by adding more space to their current location. In regard to expansion, they also only plan to continue selling distilled spirits, rather than branching into wines and beers.

By keeping distilled liquors the only thing on their menu, Bootleggers keeps a tradition of excellence. Bootleggers hopes to expand their flavor list soon, but as of now the group provides multiple flavors including apple pie, blackberry, cinnamon, peach, and many more.

They have also rolled out their first line of rum, which includes Gold, Platinum, and Coconut. All of the flavored shines that Bootleggers provides are made to their standards, so they refuse to sell a product that they would not want to drink themselves. Though they have stiff competition within

Bootleggers Distillery is the first stop on the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. Stop by and enjoy a drink by the river served by Taylor Clay or owner Darrell Miller. The distillery offers free tastings, and also serves Moonshine Slushies, cocktails, whiskey and rum. If you only get one shot, let it be Bootleggers. the local moonshining business, Bootleggers is confident that they put forth the best product available. They also hope to grow their business in the immediate community as well, so Bootleggers invites you to come out to Hartford to get a taste, because “if you only get one shot,” they would like it to be Bootleggers Moonshine.

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