Illegal liquor is a term used to describe alcoholic beverages that are produced and distributed in violation of the law. Synonyms for this phrase include bootleg liquor, moonshine, illicit alcohol, and black-market booze. Bootleg liquor typically refers to alcohol that is produced and transported illegally, often by hiding it in cars or other vehicles. Moonshine is a type of high-proof alcohol that is traditionally made in secret, often in rural areas. Illicit alcohol is any type of alcohol that is produced, distributed, or sold in violation of the law. Black-market booze refers to alcohol that is sold illegally on the black market. These synonyms all describe the same illegal practice of producing and selling alcohol without proper permits or licenses.