Ep 17. End Of An Era

In Moonshiners season 5 episode 17, titled "End Of An Era," the moonshining business is in trouble. Bootleggers must find a way to keep up with the ever-evolving technology and competition or risk losing it all. Tim, one of the veteran shiners, is faced with a difficult decision about the future of his moonshine legacy.

Meanwhile, on the other side of Virginia, Josh has to deal with a major setback which could derail his entire operation. Tensions rise as he tries to figure out a way to move his product out in time, without the authorities catching wind of his illegal activities.

Back in the mountains, Mark and Digger are faced with their biggest challenge yet. They have to figure out how to improve their still and take their moonshine to the next level, or face irrelevancy. Using their extensive knowledge and experience, the two work tirelessly to come up with a way to stay ahead of the game.

As the episode progresses, viewers see how each of the shiners deal with their own personal struggles and fighting to keep their business afloat. But as the law closes in, their challenges escalate. Will the shiners be able to outmaneuver the law and stay profitable, or will they be forced to shut down their operations forever?

As the title suggests, "End Of An Era" could mean the end of the moonshiners and their illegal methods of producing alcohol. But the shiners are determined to keep their legacy alive, no matter the cost. Viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they watch these bootleggers navigate through their struggles and hope for a better future.