Ep 4. Still Life

Still Life is the fourth episode of the fifth season of the popular reality TV series, Moonshiners. This episode continues to follow the day-to-day lives of various moonshiners as they continue to create their famous illegal liquor in the Appalachian Mountains despite obstacles and challenges that come their way.

One of the main storylines in Still Life revolves around veteran moonshiner Tim Smith. Smith is a well-known figure in the world of moonshining, having made his name and fortune producing illegal liquor for years. However, in this episode, Smith is faced with a new challenge as he attempts to expand his business. Smith decides to try and create a premium version of his famous moonshine, which he believes could be incredibly lucrative. However, creating a premium moonshine requires a different type of still, which Smith does not possess. In order to make his dream a reality, Smith must find a stillmaker who can create the specialized equipment he needs.

Meanwhile, another group of moonshiners is attempting to do things a little differently in Still Life. Josh Owens and Bill Nanny are determined to create an entirely new type of liquor that they believe will be a hit with customers. However, their endeavor requires all the right ingredients, including a rare strain of yeast that is tough to find. Owens and Nanny set out to find the yeast and use it to create their new liquor. Along the way, they face obstacles and rival moonshiners who may stand in their way.

Back to Tim Smith, things are not going smoothly in his pursuit of the perfect premium moonshine. He has located a stillmaker who can create the type of still he needs, but the stillmaker is based hundreds of miles away, requiring Smith to undertake a long journey to retrieve it. To make things even more challenging, the stillmaker has stipulated that Smith must pay for the still in cash, making the journey even more dangerous. Despite this, Smith is determined to make his dream a reality and sets off on the journey, hoping he can get back in one piece with the specialized still he so desperately needs.

Finally, the episode returns to Josh Owens and Bill Nanny as they try to create their new type of liquor. To do so, they need access to a specific type of corn that is only available during a limited time frame, requiring them to work hard and fast to harvest as much as they need. They must also create a specialized mash using their rare yeast, which they hope will result in a unique and delicious flavor.

As the episode draws to a close, the storylines of all the various moonshiners intertwine. Tim Smith’s quest to create a premium moonshine intersects with Josh Owens and Bill Nanny’s attempt to create a new type of liquor, leading to unexpected consequences for both parties. Despite the challenges they face, each moonshiner is determined to continue their craft, come what may.

Overall, Still Life is a gripping episode of Moonshiners that showcases the challenges and triumphs of a group of moonshiners determined to succeed in a difficult and dangerous line of work. With unique storylines and engaging characters, this episode is sure to captivate viewers and leave them excited for the next installment.