CRAFT DISTILLERY

King’s Family Distillery

Sevierville,
Tennessee
— Bourbon, Tennessee Whiskey

TOURS AVAILABLE

TASTINGS

RESERVATIONS

FAMILY FRIENDLY

BOTTLE SALES

DISTILLERY SNAPSHOT

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Smoky Mountain
Natural aging conditions year-round
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Family Run
Meet the Kings who make it
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Active Production
Catch distillation runs in progress
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Small Batch
Tennessee whiskey made on-site
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Working Floor
Copper stills and concrete reality
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Call Ahead
Hours vary with production schedule
📞 (865) 446-2002
🌐 http://kingsfamilydistillery.com/
📍 1440 Upper Middle Creek Rd Suite 201, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA

ABOUT THIS DISTILLERY

A Family Operation In the Smokies

King’s Family Distillery sits in a 5,000-square-foot facility on Upper Middle Creek Road in Sevierville, bringing Tennessee whiskey production to the heart of Smoky Mountain country. Founded by the King family, this craft distillery focuses on small-batch bourbon and Tennessee whiskey, using traditional methods combined with modern equipment. The operation opened its doors to visitors looking for an authentic distilling experience away from the tourist strips downtown. Inside, you’ll find copper stills and aging barrels alongside a tasting room that lets you sample their handcrafted spirits. The Kings decided to enter the whiskey business after years of perfecting their craft, joining Tennessee’s growing community of independent distillers who are putting their own spin on the state’s whiskey heritage. The distillery produces several bourbon expressions and Tennessee whiskey, with each batch carefully monitored through the distillation and aging process. What started as a family passion project has grown into a working distillery that welcomes visitors who want to see how whiskey gets made outside the big corporate operations. The location gives them access to quality water sources and the climate conditions that Tennessee distillers have relied on for generations.

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WHAT SETS THEM APART

Actually Making Whiskey Not Just Bottling It

King’s Family Distillery represents the newer wave of Tennessee craft distilleries that are building their reputations batch by batch rather than trading on decades of history. Their location in Sevierville puts them in Smoky Mountain territory, where the seasonal temperature changes create natural aging conditions that affect how their whiskey develops in the barrel. Unlike some tourist-focused operations, they’re actually producing their spirits on-site rather than sourcing and bottling. The family-run aspect means you’re likely to meet actual members of the King family during your visit, not just hired tour guides reading from scripts.

TOURS AVAILABLE

TASTINGS

FOOD AVAILABLE

COCKTAILS

RESERVATIONS

FAMILY FRIENDLY

BOTTLE SALES

THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE

Real Production Floor Real Family Stories

Tours take you through their production facility where you can see the mash tuns, fermentation tanks, and copper stills in action. The space has that working distillery feel with concrete floors and industrial equipment, but the tasting room offers a more comfortable setting to sample their products. You’ll learn about their mashing and distillation process, and depending on timing, you might catch them in the middle of a production run. The Kings or their staff walk you through tastings of their current offerings, explaining the flavor profiles and how their aging process affects the final product.

IS IT WORTH VISITING

Authentic Craft Experience Worth the Drive

This works best for whiskey enthusiasts who want to visit a legitimate craft distillery rather than a tourist attraction. You’re getting an authentic look at small-batch production without the crowds you’d find at more famous Tennessee distilleries. If you’re staying in Sevierville and want to see how newer craft distilleries operate, it’s worth the stop. Don’t expect the polish or extensive product lines of established operations, but you will get a genuine craft distillery experience with people who are actually passionate about what they’re making.

⚠️ VISITING TIPS

Call ahead before visiting since they’re a smaller operation and hours can vary based on production schedules. The location on Upper Middle Creek Road is straightforward to find with GPS, and parking is available on-site. Ask about their aging process and what barrels they’re currently working with – the Kings are knowledgeable about their product and happy to share details about their methods. If you’re visiting other Sevierville attractions, this makes a good addition to your itinerary without requiring a full day commitment.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

King’s Family Distillery — Visitor FAQ

Do I need to make a reservation for tours?
Yes, it’s best to call ahead since they’re a smaller operation and tour availability depends on their production schedule. This ensures someone will be available to show you around and conduct tastings.
What spirits do they actually produce on-site?
They distill bourbon and Tennessee whiskey in small batches using their own equipment. Unlike some operations that source spirits from elsewhere, King’s Family Distillery handles the complete production process from grain to bottle.
How long does a typical visit take?
Plan on about an hour for the full experience including the production tour and tasting. Since it’s a smaller facility, tours move at a comfortable pace without feeling rushed.

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📍1440 Upper Middle Creek Rd Suite 201, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA

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📞 (865) 446-2002

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