Heifer Heels

Heifer Heels A Prohibition-Era Smuggling Tactic The term “heifer heels” is a fascinating part of Appalachian folklore, tied to the moonshine smuggling methods of the Prohibition era. It’s a term that conjures images of resourceful bootleggers moving their contraband...

Maria-Louca

Maria-Louca Brazil’s Prison Moonshine  In the shadowy confines of Brazil’s prison system, a unique and illicit form of aguardiente known as *Maria Louca* (or “Crazy Mary”) emerges. This homemade spirit, first highlighted in Dr. Drauzio Varella’s...