I think there was a loophole in the law that allowed one to make like 200 gallons for home use during prohibition. I know there was some kind on loop hole because my grandfather made his wine during prohibition, as he did before and after.
My great Grandpa stilled shine during prohibition. Wyatt Earp was a friend and came by the ranch all the time when he was a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s deputy and shared with Grandad. Earp would go blow up one of Bob’s stills and spread the rumor that Jim my Grandpa did it. Then in reverse. Caused a feud between them that ended up in a shoot out in front of the courthouse and both ended up gut shot and died. Yet Wyatt enjoyed both their wares the whole time on his way through to “his” town. :)
Just “doing his job”. lol :)