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Journey East, sampling the best waterways and whiskeys the rolling hills have to offer

Patriotic Clarksville   Looking to celebrate your American spirit while you imbibe some spirits? Look no further than the legendary Clarksville. Known as the hometown of the 101st Airborne “Screaming Eagles,” this city has it all including their historic downtown, a delicious foodie scene, and plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy the scenery. Stamp your passport: Old Glory Distilling Co. is a small-batch artisan distillery that uses locally grown grains to make hand-crafted spirits. The owner, Matt Cunningham, is a native Clarksvillian,

Some say East TN is the cradle of bluegrass, but we can all agree that East TN is the cradle of bootleg liquor. You'll find over ten different distilleries in the hills of East TN, and plenty of great cities and fun adventures along the way. This itinerary starts in Chattanooga and heads north up I-75  where you'll finish in the Great Smoky Mountains. We recommend budgeting around one week in East TN if you want to see all the distilleries.