Ep 1. High Proof Cherry Bounce

As our favorite moonshiners return to the screen, Moonshiners: Master Distiller Season 2 Episode 1 comes with a new flavored episode that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The episode High Proof Cherry Bounce is featured in this season, and it is themed around cherry-flavored moonshine.

In this episode, three master distillers – Mark Ramsey, Digger Manes, and Mike Ballard – are tasked with creating their version of cherry-flavored moonshine. Cherry Bounce is a popular drink in the Appalachian region, usually made from cherries, sugar, and whiskey. Ramsey, Manes, and Ballard are up to the task, and they set out to make their flavored moonshine using different methods.

Mark Ramsey decides to use a cherry puree in his cherry-flavored moonshine, believing it will give it a more robust and fruity flavor than using cherry extract. Digger Manes infuses his liquor with actual cherry flesh, hoping to give his moonshine a sweet and savory flavor that will stand out among the competitors. Mike Ballard goes a different route by blending his moonshine with cherry and lemonade.

The guys also have extra competition in this episode. A newcomer to the show, Trent Moore, is an experienced distiller and also brings his cherry moonshine creation to the judges' table. The stakes are high as only one of these moonshiners will come out on top.

The judges for this episode are Chad Smith and Lucia Wright. Smith is an expert moonshine taste tester, so his opinion is highly respected. Lucia Wright is a whiskey expert with a well-trained palette, and her opinions hold great weight in this competition.

Each master distiller's moonshine batch is tested by the judges. The aroma, flavor, and overall character of the cherry moonshine are examined in detail. The judges' critique creates a tense atmosphere as the moonshiners anxiously await their verdict.

To make things more challenging, there's a bonus obstacle: there's a quantity check on the liquor the distillers produce. Each moonshiner must match a specific proof, which adds an extra layer of difficulty to the competition.

This episode is a must-watch for moonshine enthusiasts and those who love a good drink competition. The highlight of the episode is the innovation shown by each distiller to create unique moonshine with distinctive cherry flavors. Each method has its own challenges, and it's fascinating to see how the distillers approach them.

While the competition is highly anticipated, it's also exciting to see how each distiller decides to interpret the challenge. From using cherry puree to blending lemonade, each method of cherry-infused moonshine has its unique take.

As with many Moonshiners episodes, there's also an educational factor. Viewers get insight into the distillers' processes and the essential equipment used to produce moonshine. Highlights include watching the distillers bottle and label their creations, creating the perfect "pop" sound when opening the bottle.

The episode is filmed in the wilds of the Appalachian Mountains, adding a picturesque backdrop to the proceedings. We also get up-close-and-personal glimpses of the contestants' motivations and personalities, giving us a different perspective of the distillers.

Moonshiners: Master Distiller Season 2 Episode 1, High Proof Cherry Bounce, is a fun and engaging episode that takes viewers on a journey of flavor, unique techniques, and intense competition. Whether you're a fan of flavored moonshine or just love a good competition, this episode will leave you satisfied.