At Great American Craft Spirits, we proudly carry brands that tell a story, and few tell it better than Tim Smith Spirits. Born from Appalachian heritage and bootlegged grit, this brand is the brainchild of a man who went from outlaws to accolades: Tim Smith, America’s most famous moonshiner.
A Legacy Distilled in the Light of the Moon
Tim Smith isn’t just another name in whiskey. He’s a living legend! Hailing from Climax, Virginia, Tim is a third-generation moonshiner who grew up watching his family craft spirits on the edge of the law. With deep roots in backwoods distilling and a fierce determination to keep tradition alive, Tim has taken a 100-year-old secret family recipe and transformed it into a nationally recognized, award-winning brand.
And while he may have gone legit, Tim hasn’t changed the soul of his craft. He still distills his spirits the old-school way: with fire, patience, and passion.
The Star of Discovery Channel’s “Moonshiners”
If Tim Smith sounds familiar, it’s likely because you've seen him on Discovery Channel’s “Moonshiners,” where he became a fan favorite for his no-nonsense approach to making real-deal moonshine. His rise to fame brought his spirits into the spotlight—and into the hands of fans across the country. And when people told him he couldn’t go legal? He did it anyway.
That same fire runs through every bottle of Climax Moonshine and Southern Reserve Whiskey.
Climax Moonshine: The Spirit That Started It All
Named after his hometown, Climax Moonshine is Tim’s flagship spirit, and it’s received high praise from critics and drinkers alike. The Huffington Post even called it “the best moonshine being made anywhere.”
Crafted using time-tested methods and pot-distilled to purity, Climax Moonshine is as authentic as it gets. Smooth, bold, and packed with character. It’s the perfect tribute to Tim’s heritage and proof that the best traditions never die, they just evolve.
Southern Reserve: A New Chapter in Whiskey
Tim didn’t stop at moonshine. Teaming up with Two Trees Distilling, a craft distillery nestled deep in the Appalachian Mountains, he launched Southern Reserve, a southern-style whiskey line that’s big on flavor and rooted in history.
These whiskeys are created with a focus on sustainability, quality grains, and toasted Appalachian wood, producing rich, smoky profiles with a smooth finish. Each sip is a nod to Tim’s roots, his rebellious spirit, and his passion for doing things the right way—even if it took a detour through the backroads of Virginia.
Why We Carry Tim Smith Spirits
We believe in authenticity. We believe in heritage. And we believe in damn good whiskey. Tim Smith Spirits brings all three to the table.
Whether you’re a fan of Climax Moonshine, ready to explore the nuanced depth of Southern Reserve, or just looking to taste a true American original, Tim Smith’s creations deliver the goods—pure, proud, and unapologetically bold.
The Products
Tim Smith's Climax Moonshine 750ml
"Our moonshine is crafted mountain deep, in the light of the moon, shared down by word of mouth, generation to generation, from Granddad, to Dad, to me.”
So break the rules a little, let go, and Climax this moment with a drink of unpredictable and a taste of unexpected.
Shop Climax Moonshine here.
Tim Smith's Climax Wood Fired Whiskey 750ml
This isn’t your ordinary whiskey. It’s a century-old recipe, combined with a proprietary aging process that drives intense Appalachian White Oak flavor into the liquid. The result is an imparting amber color and revolutionary flavor.
Shop Climax Wood Fired Whiskey here.
Tim Smith's Climax Honey Raspberry Whiskey 750ml
Tim Smith's Honey Raspberry Flavored Whiskey is made to be a class of its own. Made with natural honey produced by bees and raspberries grown in the Appalachian mountains.
Shop Climax Honey Raspberry Whiskey here.
Tim Smith's Climax Fire No.32 Cinnamon Spice Moonshine 750ml
Tim Smith’s original pot-distilled recipe. Bold,hot and smooth. As a volunteer fire chief in Climax VA, Tim created this spirit as a tribute to firefighters across the country.
Shop Climax Fire No.32 Cinnamon Spice Moonshine here.
Tim Smith's Southern Reserve Bourbon 750ml
Heritage from Tim's moonshining days, and where he was born and raised in Climax VA, has led him down the path to introduce his very own original southern style whiskey flavors.
Shop Tim Smith's Southern Reserve Bourbon here.
Tim Smith's Southern Reserve Whiskey 750ml
Heritage from Tim's moonshining days, and where he was born and raised in Climax VA, has led him down the path to introduce his very own original southern style whiskey flavors.
Shop Southern Reserve Whiskey here.
Tim Smith's Southern Reserve Rye 750ml
Heritage from Tim's moonshining days, and where he was born and raised in Climax VA, has led him down the path to introduce his very own original southern style whiskey flavors.
Shop Southern Reserve Rye here.