Ole Smoky Distillery, the most awarded moonshine and flavored whiskey brand in the U.S., is proud to announce two major wins in the 2025 Growth Brand Awards from the Beverage Information Group, leaders in the beverage alcohol data collection, reporting and analysis, and publishers of Beverage Dynamics, Cheers, StateWays, Beverage Wholesaler. The awards recognize the fastest-growing and top-selling beverage alcohol brands in the country, and Ole Smoky’s continued success earned two major distinctions:
- Ole Smoky Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Whiskey – Rising Star Award
- Ole Smoky Whiskey – Fast Track Award
“These awards validate the continued work we’ve done to bring exciting flavors to the whiskey category,”
Stephanie Moraine
Director of Marketing at Ole Smoky Distillery
“From classic Southern flavors to bold and unexpected profiles like Mint Chocolate Chip, we’re constantly looking for ways to inspire and satisfy whiskey drinkers. At Ole Smoky, we go all in with big, innovative flavors and we’re honored to be recognized among the industry’s top performers for the 6th year running.”
The Growth Brands Awards have recognized successful beverage alcohol brands since 1997. Growth Brands are divided into five categories (Fast Track, Rising Star, Established Growth Brands, Comeback Brands, and Hall of Fame) for wine and spirits, while beer brands are awarded based upon a survey of off-premise retailers and on-premise operators.
Ole Smoky takes pride in its assortment of delicious, flavored Whiskeys, infused with bold, indulgent flavors. From Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Whiskey to Salty Caramel Whiskey, this whiskey is anything but ordinary!
Ole Smoky is available in all 50 states and over 20 countries around the world at liquor stores and wherever you pick up your favorite spirits, including the company’s four famed distilleries in Tennessee, located at The Holler and The Barrelhouse in Gatlinburg, The Barn in Pigeon Forge, and 6th & Peabody in Nashville.
For more information about Ole Smoky and where to find its products, visit www.olesmoky.com or follow along on Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Facebook, X and YouTube.