Ep 14. Hemp Shine

In season 9 episode 14 of Moonshiners, titled "Hemp Shine," the moonshiners are experimenting with a new ingredient to add to their moonshine recipes: hemp. With the recent legalization of industrial hemp in Kentucky, the moonshiners see an opportunity to incorporate this ingredient into their moonshine and potentially create a new product to sell.

The episode begins with Tim Smith and his team testing out different varieties of hemp to find the perfect strain to use in their moonshine. They decide on a particular strain that has a high CBD content and low THC content, which they believe will produce the best flavor and effects in their moonshine.

Meanwhile, Mark and Digger are also experimenting with hemp in their moonshine. They visit a hemp farm to source their ingredients and work with the farmer to learn more about the process of growing and harvesting hemp. They also seek advice from a local expert on the best way to incorporate hemp into their moonshine.

As they begin the distilling process, both Tim and Mark and Digger run into some challenges with the hemp. The sticky nature of the plant causes issues with the equipment, making it difficult to extract the desired flavors and cannabinoids from the hemp. However, they persevere and eventually manage to produce their first batches of hemp moonshine.

The moonshiners then bring their products to a local bar to test them out on customers. The feedback is positive, with many patrons enjoying the unique flavor and effects of the hemp moonshine. Encouraged by the initial success, the moonshiners begin to discuss potential ways to market and sell their new product.

Amidst the experimentation with hemp, tensions also arise between the moonshiners. As they work together to overcome the challenges of incorporating a new ingredient into their moonshine, personality clashes and disagreements over the best approach to take cause some friction between the teams.

Overall, "Hemp Shine" showcases the moonshiners' creativity and ingenuity in finding new ways to innovate and improve their craft. Despite the challenges they face, they remain determined to create a product that stands out in a competitive market.