Moonshiners Henry Law, Tickle, and Tim revisit Operation Lightning Strike -- a massive federal anti-moonshine action. Targeting Franklin County, Virginia, the so-called "Moonshine Capital of the World," its aftermath left deep scars in the community.

Mark and Digger shop for new oak barrels, but after spotting an unmarked vehicle surveilling their barrel house, the duo must devise an alternative way to sell their bourbon. A friendly liquor run with Big Chuk lands Josh back in a high-risk environment.