What Made Moonshine Illegal?
Moonshine became illegal in the US during the Prohibition era when the 18th Amendment to the Constitution banned the manufacture, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages. Moonshine, which is distilled illegally and often made with unsafe ingredients, was seen as a way for people to bypass the law and continue to consume alcohol. Moonshiners also frequently avoided taxes on their products, which led to the government cracking down on illegal distillers. Today, moonshining is still illegal in many places because it is often made without proper permits or safety regulations, and can be dangerous to consume.