AUSTIN, TX – January 7, 2026 – Funk Harbor Distilling continues its winning streak in the spirits industry, announcing that Funk Harbor Silver Rum has been awarded a Double Gold Medal and Funk Harbor Aged Dark Rum has won a Gold Medal at the prestigious Black Owned Spirit Awards. These latest honors add to the brand’s growing collection of accolades, following the Gold Medal and “Best Dark/Gold Rum” award at the 2025 WSWA Tasting Competition.
Founded by UFC fighter and MMA champion Aljamain Sterling, Funk Harbor Distilling has rapidly established itself as a force in the craft spirits world. The brand’s commitment to excellence across its entire product line is now validated by industry recognition spanning multiple award competitions and rum categories.
“To see our Silver rum recognized alongside our award-winning Aged Dark Rum shows that we’re building something truly special,” said Aljamain Sterling, Founder of Funk Harbor Distilling. “These awards from the Black Owned Spirit Awards are particularly meaningful. We’re not just making great rum, we’re representing our community and proving that Black-owned brands can compete at the highest levels in this industry.”
The Black Owned Spirit Awards celebrate excellence among Black-owned beverage alcohol brands, recognizing outstanding quality, craftsmanship, and innovation. The Double Gold Medal awarded to Funk Harbor Silver Rum represents the highest distinction, indicating unanimous approval from the judging panel.
About Funk Harbor Silver Rum
Funk Harbor Silver Rum is a testament to the distillery’s mastery of traditional Jamaican rum-making. Bottled at 40% ABV, this unaged rum delivers a clean, vibrant expression of sugarcane that showcases the quality of ingredients and precision of distillation.
About Funk Harbor Aged Dar Rum
Funk Harbor Aged Dark Rum strikes the perfect balance between the bright character of silver rum and the complexity of aged expressions, offering a versatile spirit that shines in cocktails or sipped neat.
About Funk Harbor Distilling
Funk Harbor Rum is a Jamaican craft spirit founded by UFC champion Aljamain Sterling. Funk Harbor is dedicated to producing exceptional small-batch rums that honor Caribbean tradition while embracing innovation. Using no additives or preservatives and distinctive aging processes, Funk Harbor creates premium spirits that deliver complexity, character, and unforgettable flavor. The complete Funk Harbor rum portfolio is available at https://funkharborspirits.com.
About the Black Owned Spirit Awards
The Black Owned Spirit Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding Black-owned beverage alcohol brands, honoring excellence in quality, craftsmanship, and innovation across all spirits categories.
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