When you think of country music, alcohol and moonshine specifically are one and the same in many ways. And ironically George Jones’s name is at the top of the charts again, but this time it’s not for music. The George Jones White Lightning signature brand of moonshine received highest honors in the 2015 SIP Awards.
The Spirit International Prestige Awards are held annually and determine consumer satisfaction with spirits. The SIP Awards rank among the most prestigious awards available for liquor products. They are given annually to the top spirits in the world.
“George always wanted to own his own brand of whiskey,” said Nancy Jones, George’s widow. “This was one of the promises I made to him before he died, that I’d make that dream come true.”
George Jones White Lightning Apple Pie took home a Platinum Medal for Unaged Flavor Infused Whiskey/Moonshine. The award underscores the high quality of the signature whiskeys, which are available exclusively at the George Jones Museum.
This marks the first year George Jones White Lightning entered the competition. It was released back in April, when the George Jones Museum, restaurant, event space, and rooftop restaurant first opened their doors.
“Alcohol has owned me and controlled much of my life. Now is my time to own it.” – George Jones, 2012
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