SEVIERVILLE WINERY FIELD GUIDE
Seven Tastings, One Tour: Sevierville’s Famous Moonshine & Wine Loop
A VIP-guided tasting tour of seven Smokies stops—wineries, a cider mill and moonshine distilleries—useful for planning logistics, ID requirements and what to expect.
Seven Tastings, One Tour: Sevierville’s Famous Moonshine & Wine Loop.
Operated by Tennessee Mountain Tours since 2015, the Famous Moonshine & Wine Tour strings together seven tasting stops across the Smokies—three wineries, a cider mill and three moonshine distilleries—with VIP treatment, free gifts and a stop that includes a Moonshine History Museum for context and color.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Seven Stops, Many Flavors
The itinerary covers seven unique locations—three wineries, one cider mill and three moonshine distilleries—so the tasting experience ranges across wine, ciders and a wide array of spirits.
VIP Treatment, Gifts and Discounts
Tour guests receive VIP treatment including free gifts at wineries and gifts or discounts at moonshine locations, making the route as much about local hospitality as it is about tastings.
A Moonshine Museum Stop
One stop on the tour features a Moonshine History Museum that displays the region’s prohibition-era past and the cultural context behind the spirits sampled en route.
What the day feels like
What the Tour Feels Like
This is a paced tasting loop—booked through Tennessee Mountain Tours—where groups move between seven curated stops for guided samples, a museum visit and vendor hospitality; the operator positions it as a spirited, VIP-oriented experience rather than a party cruise.
THE ROUTE
Seven Stops, Many Flavors
The itinerary covers seven unique locations—three wineries, one cider mill and three moonshine distilleries—so the tasting experience ranges across wine, ciders and a wide array of spirits.
THE PERKS
VIP Treatment, Gifts and Discounts
Tour guests receive VIP treatment including free gifts at wineries and gifts or discounts at moonshine locations, making the route as much about local hospitality as it is about tastings.
THE HISTORY
A Moonshine Museum Stop
One stop on the tour features a Moonshine History Museum that displays the region’s prohibition-era past and the cultural context behind the spirits sampled en route.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who should consider this tour—and who should not.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Photo ID is required on tour; participants must be age 21 or older and should bring their ID to present at tastings.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the tour take?
The tour lasts approximately 4–5 hours but can be longer or shorter depending on group size and conditions.
Where do I meet the tour?
Once booked you will receive a confirmation email with the meeting location and time—read that email for the exact details.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes. Photo ID is required and the tour is for ages 21 and older only.
How many tasting stops are included?
The tour visits seven locations in total: three wineries, one cider mill and three moonshine distilleries, with a museum stop included at one location.
What kinds of drinks will we sample?
Beyond wine and cider, tastings include moonshine and a range of spirits such as whiskey, vodka, rum, tequila and bourbon.
Are gifts or discounts included?
Yes. Guests receive free gifts at the wineries and gifts or discounts at the moonshine locations during the tour.