A Baltimore-made whiskey has earned one of the highest honors in the spirits industry, taking home Best in Show Whisk(e)y at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Baltimore Spirits Company’s Epoch Maryland Straight Rye Whiskey 6 Year Old Cask Strength received the competition’s top whiskey honor, along with Best of Class Rye Whisk(e)y. The whiskey also earned 99 points and a Double Gold medal.
The awards were announced during the 2026 Top Shelf Awards, held November 7 and 8 at Hotel Nikko San Francisco. The two-day event featured master classes, networking opportunities, tastings, and a black-tie awards gala recognizing winners across five competitions organized by The Tasting Alliance…