MDWerks’ Two Trees Beverage Subsidiary Announces Debut of Laughing Owl, a Private Label Whiskey Produced for Te Whekau Tapui Limited

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MDWerks (OTCQB: MDWK) announced on November 19, 2025 that its subsidiary Two Trees Beverage Company used its patented Spirits Rapid Aging System (SRAS) to produce a private‑label Manuka‑wood single malt whisky called Laughing Owl for New Zealand purveyor Te Whekau Tapui. Two Trees combined American single malt from Virginia Distillery Company with New Zealand Manuka wood, applied its Sustainably Matured™ accelerated aging method, and finished the spirit in American oak to create honeyed, caramel and spiced‑fruit aromatics. The release frames private‑label contracts and SRAS commercialization as growth opportunities for Two Trees.

Laughing Owl’s Distinctive Manuka Wood Flavor Showcases the Innovation Capabilities of the Company’s Sustainably Matured™ Aging Process

GREEN COVE SPRINGS, Fla., Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MDWerks, Inc. (“MDWerks” or the “Company”) (OTCQB: MDWK), a forward-thinking company leading the charge in the world of sustainable technology, today announced that its award-winning subsidiary, Two Trees Beverage Company (“Two Trees”), is using its patented Spirits Rapid Aging System (“SRAS”) to produce a Manuka wood whisky for Te Whekau Tapui Limited (“Te Whekau”), a New Zealand-based purveyor of finely crafted, innovative spirits. The product, Laughing Owl, showcases the distinct New Zealand flavor profiles that can only be achieved using Manuka and Two Trees’ SRAS technology.

To produce Laughing Owl, Two Trees combines premium American single malt procured from Virginia Distillery Company with Manuka wood sourced from New Zealand and ages the distillate under the Company’s proprietary sustainable maturation method. Two Trees then finishes the spirits in American oak, delivering a complex, well-balanced single malt with aromas of caramel, vanilla, and spiced orchard fruit.

Chad Slagle, Co-Founder and Senior Vice President of Product Innovation at Two Trees, commented, “Te Whekau’s commitment to ingenuity, sustainability and excellence dovetails perfectly with our approach at Two Trees. We are thrilled to produce this remarkable and uniquely flavored Manuka-wood whisky conceived by Te Whekau. We look forward to building our partnership with Te Whekau beyond this inaugural product in the years to come. Private label spirits present a promising growth opportunity for Two Trees. Our focus is on forming strategic partnerships with leading organizations and advancing the market reach of our Spirits Rapid Aging System (SRAS) technology. Our innovative aging technology allows us to create something genuinely unique, in this case, using New Zealand Manuka wood.”

Tom Wallis, Te Whekau’s Director, added, “We sought out Two Trees across the globe after hearing about their environmentally friendly manufacturing process, which closely aligns with our own sustainability mission, as well as their success developing high quality, award-winning spirits brands. During the distillation process, Two Trees ages and extracts natural flavors and aromas from within the Manuka wood itself without using harmful chemicals, delivering a differentiated honeyed malt whiskey with silky tannins, gentle herbal warmth and a smooth and rich finish. We believe that Laughing Owl will captivate and delight the most discerning spirits consumers.”

The Manuka tea tree is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand and Australia. Famous for its flowers, which are used to produce Manuka honey, the Manuka tree has a variety of other uses, including in the production of spirits. The Two Trees’ Sustainably Matured™ proprietary accelerated aging process can produce aged bulk spirits using an endless combination of charring levels and wood types, as exemplified by the eco-friendly aging of all-natural, unsmoked Manuka tea tree wood.

To learn more about Laughing Owl whiskey please visit: https://laughingowlwhisky.co.nz/.

About MDWerks, Inc.
MDWerks, Inc. (“MDWerks”) (OTCQB: MDWK) is a forward-thinking company that is leading the charge in the world of sustainable technology. As a prominent provider of energy wave technologies, MDWerks is committed to developing innovative solutions that help businesses reduce their costs and drive business value. For more information, please visit https://mdwerksinc.com/.

MDWerks’ wholly owned subsidiary, Two Trees Beverage Company, is headquartered deep in the Appalachian Mountain country, creating fine spirits, aged sustainably. Two Trees’ fine spirits brands, including Two Trees^® and Tim Smith Spirits^®, have received multiple industry awards. For more information, please visit https://twotreesdistilling.com/.

MDWerks’ wholly owned subsidiary, RF Specialties, LLC (“RFS”), addresses companies’ most pressing challenges by implementing automated radio frequency technology systems in a sustainable way reducing costs and increasing speed to market when compared to traditional methods. For more information, please visit https://www.rfspecialtiesus.com/.

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FAQ

What did MDWerks (MDWK) announce on November 19, 2025 about Two Trees and Laughing Owl?

MDWerks said Two Trees used its patented SRAS to produce a private‑label Manuka‑wood whisky named Laughing Owl for Te Whekau Tapui.

How is Laughing Owl whisky produced under MDWK's Two Trees SRAS process?

Two Trees ages American single malt with New Zealand Manuka wood using its Sustainably Matured™ accelerated aging and then finishes in American oak.

Who is the customer for Laughing Owl and where is it based?

The private‑label whisky was produced for Te Whekau Tapui, a New Zealand‑based spirits purveyor.

Does the MDWK announcement mention commercial scale or financial terms for the Two Trees–Te Whekau deal?

No; the announcement describes the product and technology but does not disclose contract value, volumes, or financial terms.

What flavor profile does MDWerks describe for Laughing Owl whisky?

The whisky is described as honeyed malt with silky tannins, herbal warmth, and aromas of caramel, vanilla, and spiced orchard fruit.

How does MDWK position private‑label spirits for Two Trees going forward?

MDWerks says private‑label spirits are a promising growth opportunity and that Two Trees aims to form strategic partnerships to expand SRAS market reach.