“Moonshiners: Master Distiller” trades its usual overalls and backwoods stills for chef whites and a touch of culinary flair in Tuesday’s episode, “Chef-Distiller Showdown.” This time, three professional chefs step out of the kitchen and into the world of spirit-making, facing the daunting challenge of crafting high-quality spirits from basic ingredients.
Presiding over this unique competition is none other than Robert Irvine, the culinary commander known for his tough-love approach on “Restaurant: Impossible.” Irvine’s presence adds a new dimension to the show, as he evaluates the chefs not only on their distilling skills, but also on their ability to create innovative and flavorful concoctions.
While the usual “Moonshiners” format sees experienced distillers vying for top honors, “Chef-Distiller Showdown” offers a refreshing twist, pitting culinary professionals against each other in a high-proof showdown. The stakes remain high, as the winner of each episode earns the coveted prize of having their recipe produced by Sugarlands Distilling Co.
“Moonshiners: Master Distiller” continues to be a compelling spin-off of the popular “Moonshiners” series, offering a glimpse into the world of craft distilling. But this episode throws a curveball, as the show examines whether culinary skills translate to the art of spirit-making.
Moonshiners: Master Distiller airs Tuesdays at 9/8c on Discovery.