Two Trees bourbons from MDWerks (MDWK) win 2026 SIP Awards

Q: Which Two Trees products won 2026 SIP Awards for MDWK?

Two Trees Beverage Company won a Gold Medal for Two Trees Wood-Crafted Bourbon™ in the Small Batch Bourbon (up to 10 years) category and a Platinum Medal for Land of the Sky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished with Oak™ in the Straight Bourbon Whiskey category.

Q: What are the SIP Awards mentioned by MDWK?

The SIP Awards are an annual spirits competition using a rigorous double-blind tasting by consumer judges, serving as a benchmark of excellence in the spirits industry and recognizing brands for quality based on aroma, taste, and finish.

Q: What exhibits did MDWK include with this 8-K filing for MDWK?

MDWerks included Exhibit 99.1, a press release dated August 25, 2026, and Exhibit 99.2, a corporate presentation. It also references Exhibit 104 as the cover page interactive data file embedded in the Inline XBRL document.

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

MDWerks, Inc. (MDWK) reported that its wholly owned subsidiary, Two Trees Beverage Company, received two 2026 SIP Awards, earning a Gold Medal for Two Trees Wood-Crafted Bourbon™ and a Platinum Medal for Land of the Sky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished with Oak™. These awards recognize the products in the Small Batch Bourbon (up to 10 years) and Straight Bourbon Whiskey categories, respectively.

The company is also furnishing, under Regulation FD, a press release and an updated corporate investor presentation as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2, which it plans to post in the investor relations section of its website. The furnished materials are not deemed “filed” under the Exchange Act or incorporated by reference unless specifically stated elsewhere.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 7.01, 9.01

2 items

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure

Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Key Figures

Number of global entries: more than 1,300 entries SIP Awards iteration: 18th annual SIP Awards Company telephone: (252) 501-0019

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Number of global entries more than 1,300 entries Entries judged in the 18th annual 2026 SIP Awards competition

SIP Awards iteration 18th annual SIP Awards Described as this year’s 18th annual SIP Awards competition

Company telephone (252) 501-0019 Registrant’s telephone number and company contact number

Key Terms

Regulation FD, SIP Awards, double-blind tasting, forward-looking statements

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Regulation FD regulatory

"The Company is also furnishing a corporate presentation...under Regulation FD"

Regulation FD is a rule that prevents company insiders, like executives, from sharing important information with some people before others get it. It matters because it helps ensure all investors have equal access to key news, making the stock market fairer and reducing chances of insider trading.

SIP Awards financial

"Two Trees Beverage Company received two 2026 SIP Awards"

double-blind tasting technical

"through a double-blind tasting process"

forward-looking statements regulatory

"This press release contains “forward-looking statements”"

Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.

FAQ

What did MDWK announce in this 8-K filing?

MDWerks, Inc. announced that its subsidiary Two Trees Beverage Company received two 2026 SIP Awards and that the company is furnishing a press release and a corporate investor presentation as exhibits, which it intends to post on its investor relations website.

Which Two Trees products won 2026 SIP Awards for MDWK?

Two Trees Beverage Company won a Gold Medal for Two Trees Wood-Crafted Bourbon™ in the Small Batch Bourbon (up to 10 years) category and a Platinum Medal for Land of the Sky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished with Oak™ in the Straight Bourbon Whiskey category.

What are the SIP Awards mentioned by MDWK?

The SIP Awards are an annual spirits competition using a rigorous double-blind tasting by consumer judges, serving as a benchmark of excellence in the spirits industry and recognizing brands for quality based on aroma, taste, and finish.

What exhibits did MDWK include with this 8-K filing for MDWK?

MDWerks included Exhibit 99.1, a press release dated August 25, 2026, and Exhibit 99.2, a corporate presentation. It also references Exhibit 104 as the cover page interactive data file embedded in the Inline XBRL document.

Where can investors find MDWK’s updated corporate presentation?

MDWerks states that its corporate presentation, furnished as Exhibit 99.2, will be available in the investor relations section of its website at https://connectm.com/investor-relations for use as an investor presentation.

Does MDWK treat the SIP Awards press release and presentation as filed with the SEC?

No. MDWerks states that the information in the 8-K under Item 7.01, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2, is furnished, not filed, and is not subject to Section 18 liability or incorporated into Securities Act or Exchange Act filings unless specifically referenced.

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Available on EDGAR 08/25/2026 - 05:30 PM Accepted by SEC EDGAR 08/25/2026 - 05:29 PM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 25, 2026

MDWerks, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

000-56299

33-1095411

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

(Commission

File Number)

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

411 Walnut Street, Suite 20125

Green Cove Springs, FL

32043

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (252) 501-0019

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

☐	Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐	Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
N/A		N/A		N/A

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.

Press Release Announcing Two Trees Beverage Company 2026 SIP Awards

On August 25, 2026, MDwerks, Inc., (the Company”) issued a press release announcing that its subsidiary, Two Trees Beverage Company (“Two Trees”), has received two 2026 SIP Awards, including a Gold Medal for Two Trees Wood-Crafted Bourbon™ and a Platinum Medal for Land of the Sky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished with Oak™.

Corporate Presentation of the Company

The Company is also furnishing a corporate presentation, attached as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which the Company intends to post on its website for use as an investor presentation. The corporate presentation will be available in the investor relations section of the Company’s website at https://connectm.com/investor-relations.

The information included in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, and 99.2 shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. The information set forth under this Item 7.01 shall not be deemed an admission as to the materiality of any information in this Current Report on Form 8-K that is required to be disclosed solely to satisfy the requirements of Regulation FD.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No.		Description
99.1		Press release issued by the registrant on August 25, 2026.
99.2		Corporate Presentation of the registrant.
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	MDwerks, Inc.

Date: August 25, 2026	By:	/s/ Steven C. Laker
	Name:	Steven C. Laker
	Title:	Chief Executive Officer

Exhibit 99.1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MDWerks’ Two Trees Beverage Subsidiary Receives Two 2026 SIP Awards for Its Award-Winning Bourbons

Green Cove Springs, FL – August 25, 2026 – 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 subsidiary, Two Trees Beverage Company (“Two Trees”), received two 2026 SIP Awards, including a Gold Medal for Two Trees Wood-Crafted Bourbon™ and a Platinum Medal for Land of the Sky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished with Oak™.

The prestigious SIP Awards, an esteemed annual event in the world of spirits, stands as a benchmark of excellence in the industry. Renowned for its rigorous blind-tasting methodology, the SIP Awards offers a level playing field for spirits of all scales and origins, where consumers and industry experts evaluate each entry without any bias. This unparalleled approach ensures that the most deserving brands are recognized and celebrated. The SIP Awards not only fosters competition but also serve as a platform for spirits producers to showcase their craft and innovation. With its commitment to transparency and quality, the SIP Awards continue to be a gold standard in the realm of spirit competitions, guiding consumers and connoisseurs to discover the finest libations.

In this year’s 18th annual SIP Awards competition, more than 1,300 global entries were judged by approximately spirits enthusiasts through a double-blind tasting process. Consumer judges scored each spirit sample based on aroma, taste, and finish, in a controlled environment to provide a consistent and fair assessment across the board.

The Gold Medal Award showcases spirits earning marks from consumer judges in the top range of their categories, reflective of distinguished spirits to be recommended to the public. The Platinum Medal Award is reserved for spirits that achieve exceptional scores, representing exemplary products that stand out for their superior quality and character within their categories.

Two Trees Wood-Crafted Bourbon earned a prestigious Gold Medal and recognition as an outstanding international beverage in the category of Small Batch Bourbon (up to 10 years). Land of the Sky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished with Oak earned a prestigious Platinum Medal and recognition as an outstanding international beverage in the category of Straight Bourbon Whiskey. These honors underscore the quality, depth of flavor, and consistency that Two Trees continues to deliver across its portfolio of fine spirits.

Steven Laker, Chief Executive Officer of MDWerks, commented, “We are excited to share that Two Trees has once again been recognized at the SIP Awards—this time with a Gold Medal for our Wood-Crafted Bourbon and a Platinum Medal for our Land of the Sky Straight Bourbon Finished with Oak. These awards are a testament to the skill and creativity of the Two Trees team and to the strength of our sustainable finishing technology. We are particularly proud that our recent efforts to redesign and refine the formula, label and bottle of our premier product, Two Trees Wood-Crafted Bourbon, which showcases MDWerks’ proprietary technology, have been validated with this prestigious Gold Medal. By combining innovative processes with traditional craftsmanship, we are producing exceptional spirits that not only resonate with consumers in blind tastings but also align with our broader commitment to environmental and economic responsibility.

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.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements”. Forward-looking statements also may be included in other publicly available documents issued by MDWK and in oral statements made by our officers and representatives from time to time. These forward-looking statements are intended to provide management’s current expectations or plans for our future operating and financial performance, based on assumptions currently believed to be valid. They can be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “would,” “could,” “will” and other words of similar meaning in connection with a discussion of future operating or financial performance.

Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause MDWK’s actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, among others, economic conditions, changes in the laws or regulations, demand for MDWK’s products and services, the effects of competition and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or represented in the forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking information provided in this release should be considered with these factors in mind. We caution investors not to rely unduly on any forward-looking statements and urge you to carefully consider the risks described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time, including our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, which are available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. We assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this press release.

Company Contact

MDWerks, Inc.

T: (252) 501-0019

info@mdwerksinc.com

Exhibit 99.2