Junction 35 Spirits Pigeon Forge

The Pigeon Forge location is on the Mountain Mile at 2655 Teaster Lane, Suite 280. The distillery page describes handcrafted spirits made in Pigeon Forge, and the footer notes it is a member of the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. The official pages do not describe a tasting program, a tour, or a tasting fee, so call (865) 365-1019 to ask what is on offer on the day you plan to visit.

The distillery is open Sunday through Thursday 10am to 10pm and Friday and Saturday 10am to 11pm. The kitchen and bar start an hour later, at 11am, and close at the same times. Come at opening for a quieter visit, since lunchtime and early evening can fill up.

Because the kitchen and bar share the building, you can build a meal around the visit. The kitchen and bar handle the food side, and this page sticks to the spirits. Eating before or during any tasting is the easy way to pace yourself.

Teaster Lane also has a Tennessee Shine Company store, and Old Forge Distillery is a short drive away next to the Old Mill. If you are building a distillery crawl, start with the lighter pours and finish with the stronger ones.

Junction 35 asks guests to drink responsibly, and the footer repeats it. Tastings and drinks are for guests 21 and older, so bring a photo ID and plan a designated driver or rideshare.

A good rule is to look at the spirits list first, then decide whether you want a quick bottle or a longer sit-down. The range of tequila, gin and rum is useful if you are shopping for a host gift or stocking a rental cabin kitchen. Ask the staff which bottles are made on site, since the lineup can change through the year.

Tastings are for guests 21 and older, and every spirit here is strong enough to catch you out. Pick a designated driver before you walk in, or plan on a rideshare or the trolley back to your cabin or hotel. Pours are small, but five or six of them add up faster than you expect.