Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream 750ML

Ole Smoky Tennessee Banana Pudding Cream Moonshine (750ML)

Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream Moonshine is a decadently sweet, liquid tribute to one of the most beloved desserts of the American South. Produced by the Ole Smoky Distillery in Gatlinburg, Tennessee—celebrated as the very first federally licensed distillery in East Tennessee history—this cream liqueur masterfully subverts the fiery reputation of traditional Appalachian moonshine. Explicitly engineered for easy sipping, desert-inspired mixology, and casual hosting, it condenses an entire homemade dessert layer-by-layer into a single bottle.

The structural blueprint of this cream liqueur relies on a authentic Tennessee corn moonshine base blended with real dairy cream. Rather than relying purely on artificial syrups, Ole Smoky’s blenders systematically infuse the cream with the flavor compounds of ripe bananas, sweet whipped cream, and baked vanilla wafers. Bottled at a highly sessionable, low-ABV strength of 17.5% ABV (35 Proof), it delivers an ultra-velvety, thick mouthfeel that carries an award-winning critical pedigree, including a coveted Platinum Medal at the SIP Awards and Double Gold at the PR%F Awards.

Technical Product Specs

• Size: 750ML Traditional Authentic Mason Jar Format

• ABV/Proof: 17.5% ABV (35 Proof)

• Spirit Classification: Cream Liqueur / Flavored Moonshine

• The Flavor Blueprint: Layered Southern banana pudding (ripe banana, vanilla wafer, and whipped cream).

• The Alcohol Base: Authentic Appalachian Corn Moonshine.

• Origin: Gatlinburg, Tennessee, USA

• Critical Pedigree: Exceptionally highly decorated for a flavored cream spirit, capturing a Platinum Medal at the SIP Awards and a Double Gold at the PR%F Awards.

Tasting Notes: Flavor and Aroma Profile

The blending of real dairy cream and natural banana flavorings grants the liquid a thick, velvety viscosity and a soft, pale pastel-yellow hue in the glass that heavily coats the sides.

• Aroma (Nose): Forward, comforting, and intensely nostalgic. The bouquet completely skips any sharp ethanol or medicinal sting, opening instead with a dominant wave of vivid ripe banana and sweet vanilla bean, beautifully supported by secondary bakery notes of toasted vanilla wafers and airy whipped cream.

• Palate (Taste): Full-bodied, unctuous, and luxuriously creamy. The entry coats the tongue with an immediate, milkshake-like arrival of sweet banana pudding and vanilla custard. Across the mid-palate, its moonshine ancestry provides a subtle, balancing spine—unrolling layers of sweet cane sugar, marshmallow, and a gentle corn-cereal warmth that prevents the heavy dairy from tasting cloying.

• Finish: Long, velvety, and satisfyingly sweet. The rich cream notes fade slowly, leaving a trailing signature of frosted banana cake, vanilla wafer crumbs, and a comforting, soft moonshine warmth.

High-Performance Mixology and Serves

Because of its low proof and rich dessert profile, Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream behaves as a highly versatile asset behind the bar, effortlessly elevating coffees, milkshakes, and sweet shooters.

• The Appalachian Pudding Shot (Neat or Rocks): The single most popular way to serve it is straight from the refrigerator, poured neat or over a single large ice sphere in a rocks glass. Garnish the glass by crushing up a real vanilla wafer cookie and floating the crumbs on top of the cream.

• The Spiked Southern Mudslide: In an ice-packed shaker, combine 1.5 oz Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream, 1 oz premium vodka, and 0.5 oz coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa). Shake violently for 15 seconds and strain into a rocks glass drizzled with chocolate syrup. The banana notes lock onto the roasted coffee beans beautifully.

• The Gatlinburg Morning Buzz: Elevate your standard morning brew or weekend brunch by adding a 1.5 oz splash of Banana Pudding Cream directly into a hot cup of black coffee or cold brew. The liqueur functions as a simultaneous source of rich cream and vanilla-banana sweetness, eliminating the need for extra sugars.

Smart Gourmet Culinary Pairings

Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream’s unique alignment of rich dairy sweetness, banana fruit, and soft moonshine warmth allows it to perform as a spectacular companion for baked goods, dark cacao, and fresh summer fruits.

• Warm Bakery Comforts: An absolute textbook home run poured right alongside a warm plate of dark chocolate brownies, chocolate chip cookies, or fresh banana bread. The bitter cacao elements in the chocolate beautifully absorb the liqueur's heavy cream sugars.

• Neutral Dessert Canvases: Pair a chilled neat glass next to a slice of vanilla pound cake, angel food cake, or New York cheesecake. The cake acts as a blank slate, allowing the spirit's built-in vanilla wafer and banana aromas to take center stage.

• Tart Summer Fruits: It pairs phenomenally well next to a bowl of freshly sliced strawberries, red raspberries, or blackberries, where the natural fruit acids slice right through the dense dairy paste to refresh your palate.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What does Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream taste like?

It delivers an incredibly rich, dessert-driven tasting experience that accurately mimics homemade southern banana pudding. The palate is heavily dominated by sweet, ripe banana and velvety vanilla custard up front, moving into a distinct bakery note reminiscent of vanilla wafers, and closing with a soft, clean hint of corn moonshine warmth that balances the heavy cream.

How does Banana Pudding Cream compare to RumChata?

While both are premium, highly popular dairy-based cream liqueurs, they occupy completely different flavor lanes:

• RumChata: Is built on a Caribbean rum foundation and leads with a spice-forward profile dominated by cinnamon, vanilla, and traditional horchata spices.

• Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream (This Bottle): Is built on a Tennessee corn moonshine base and is strictly fruit-and-bakery forward, focusing on ripe bananas, vanilla wafers, and whipped cream with a slightly higher 17.5% ABV strength.

Does this cream liqueur require refrigeration after opening?

Because it is crafted with real dairy cream, refrigeration after opening is highly recommended to maximize flavor freshness and longevity. While the 17.5% ABV spirit base acts as a natural stabilizer, keeping the opened mason jar sealed tightly inside your refrigerator ensures the delicate dairy and banana components stay crisp, bright, and perfectly chilled for immediate pouring.

What makes the Ole Smoky packaging unique?

True to traditional Appalachian heritage, Ole Smoky bottle their spirits inside an authentic glass mason jar rather than a standard commercial liquor flask. To pour a drink, simply unscrew the metal ring and lid. For high-volume bars and home entertaining, the jar threading is explicitly engineered to fit standard bar-spout pourers once the metal lid is removed.