Michigan Moonshine Distillery

Michigan Moonshine was founded by two friends who shared a passion for spirits and a dream of opening an artisan distillery. They wanted to showcase the best of Michigan’s agriculture and support local businesses, so they made it a priority to use Michigan-based ingredients in all of their products. After years of hard work, education, research, and perseverance, they were finally able to turn their dream into a reality.
One of the key goals of Michigan Moonshine is to create unique, small-batch distilled products that are made entirely in-house, from grain to glass.
This approach allows them to carefully control every aspect of the production process and ensure that each batch meets their high standards of quality and flavor. They also strive to use sustainable and eco-friendly practices in their distilling operations.
Over the years, Michigan Moonshine has become a beloved fixture in the local community, known for their delicious and innovative spirits as well as their commitment to supporting the state’s economy and agriculture. They continue to experiment with new flavors and techniques, always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of craft distilling.

Author: Caroline Porsiel

Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.