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me if I ’ d heard of Popcorn Sutton , an especially prolific modern-day moonshiner who ’ d committed suicide in 2009 at the age of 62 rather than return to prison after being caught with 850 gallons of illegal corn “ likker .” An older gentleman I met near Clinch Mountain — who shall remain nameless — admitted to having done business with the legendary bootlegger . I asked how well he knew him . “ About 300 quarts a month worth ,” was his reply . “ In fact , let me know next time you ’ re coming this way , I ’ ll have some moonshine here for you to taste .”
A tempting offer , but I think I ’ ll stick with vinegar pie .