Mother Earth Spirits, a local company from Kinston, North Carolina, has brought home several awards from the 2024 SIP Awards, showcasing their excellence in craft spirits. 

“The SIP Awards are a huge spirit competition in LA,” said Mother Earth Spirits’ founder Trent Mooring. “Entries came from all over the United States and internationally.”

The SIP Awards, dedicated to capturing consumer opinions, featured a diverse lineup of spirits judged by consumers from various demographics. This year, Mother Earth Spirits stood out among the competition, earning top honors in multiple categories.

The results for Mother Earth Spirits line-up are as follows:

• Mother Earth Carolina Rye Whiskey received the highest honor of Double Gold in the American Rye Malt Whiskey category.

• Mother Earth Spirits American Botanical Gin secured a Gold medal along with the coveted Consumers' Choice Award.

• Mother Earth Spirits Carolina Dry Gin impressed judges with a Double Gold and also claimed the Consumers' Choice Award.

• Mother Earth Spirits American Single Malt Whiskey earned a Gold medal, the Consumers' Choice Award, and an Innovation Award for its outstanding quality and uniqueness.

These accolades highlight Mother Earth Spirits’ commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovation in the spirits industry.

 "The team and I here at Mother Earth are ecstatic about the results,” said Head Distiller Scott Wicker. “Over the past three years we've made a lot of changes to the spirits to improve the quality in all areas. It's great to see that innovation pays off for us. It's our goal to provide the highest quality to our customers, and these awards speak for themselves."

The awards not only recognize the exceptional taste and craftsmanship of their products but also reflect the growing reputation of Kinston as a hub for artisanal beverages.

“The SIP Awards are a consumer judged spirit competition,” said Mooring. “To have the consumer stamp of authority is something we’re really proud of.”

The success at the SIP Awards underscores Mother Earth Spirits’ dedication to producing high-quality spirits while maintaining sustainable practices, echoing their ethos of environmental stewardship and community engagement.

About Mother Earth Spirits

Mother Earth Spirits, founded in 2008 by Stephen Hill and Trent Mooring, has become a cornerstone of Kinston's vibrant local culture, embodying the spirit of Eastern North Carolina through their crafted beverages.