O'Donnell Moonshine: Prohibition-Era Spirit in a Mason Jar
O’Donnell Moonshine stands for authentic enjoyment with a rich history. The name traces back to Spike O’Donnell, leader of the legendary South Side Gang, which bottled and sold homemade “moonshine” in Mason jars during the American Prohibition era. This era of rebellion, craftsmanship, and community spirit remains the inspiration for the brand to this day.
Founded in Berlin in 2014, O’Donnell Moonshine combines the image and promise of quality from that era with modern, surprising flavors. Whether fruity, nutty, or creamy—each variety is handcrafted by over 120 employees at the company’s own IFS-certified production facility in Berlin-Spandau and bottled in the characteristic mason jar that makes the brand unmistakable.
Bestsellers like “Harte Nuss,” “Pralle Kirsche,” and “Harte Nuss Cream” are joined by seasonal editions for summer and winter, as well as limited-edition community and design editions. For a treat that’s also sustainably sound: All varieties are vegan, gluten-free, and shipped in plastic-free, recycled cardboard packaging—the Mason jar itself is reusable and represents upcycling made in Germany.
With a community of over 400,000 followers and multiple awards—including being named Best Liqueur of 2023 by the international trade magazine “The Spirit Business”—O’Donnell Moonshine is one of the best-known liqueur brands in the German-speaking world. Effective immediately, the brand is represented in Austria by Alimentastic—bringing the spirit of Prohibition even closer to customers.



