Mark and Digger face a new challenge in the upcoming episode of Moonshiners, titled “Smokin’ Barrels.” Airing Tuesday, January 21st at 8 PM on Discovery, the duo finds their usual method of bourbon distribution under threat. They head out to buy new oak barrels, but discover a suspicious, unmarked car keeping a close eye on their barrel house. This observation forces them to rethink how they’ll move their product.
Meanwhile, Josh finds himself back in a dangerous situation after agreeing to a liquor run with Big Chuk. The episode summary suggests that this seemingly friendly task could land Josh in some seriously hot water. The world of moonshining remains a risky business, and the show highlights the ongoing cat-and-mouse game between moonshiners and the law. The show’s premise centers on how these individuals go to great lengths to hide their stills and distribution networks, using new techniques to avoid detection.
The show will continue to explore the methods these moonshiners employ in order to stay one step ahead of law enforcement. With new styles of shine being tested, the temptation of a big payout is ever-present, but those who enforce the law are wise to their deceptions. Mark and Digger’s attempt to buy new barrels, and their subsequent discovery of the surveilling vehicle, underscores the high-stakes nature of their operation, and also that they need to stay sharp if they want to continue to make a profit.
Will Josh’s ‘friendly’ liquor run put him and Big Chuk on the radar of the authorities? Given the heightened attention on Mark and Digger’s barrel house, will the increased police presence force Josh to make an even more dangerous return trip, and perhaps cause further problems for Mark and Digger as the authorities close in?
