Moonshiner (noun)

A person who illegally produces or distributes distilled alcoholic beverages, especially in rural areas and away from government control.

Origin:

Early 20th century: from moon + shine (in the sense 'smuggle (liquor)').

Examples:

1. The moonshiner was known for making some of the best whiskey in the county.
2. The authorities have been trying to catch the moonshiner for years.
3. The moonshiner had a still hidden deep in the woods.
4. Moonshining was a common practice during Prohibition.
5. Many people bought their alcohol from the local moonshiner, as it was cheaper than buying from the government-controlled stores.