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The Bourbon Lens Podcast features friends Jake Lewellen and Scott Dilley sharing drams, stories, and insights that shape the bourbon and whiskey industry

Toki White and Toki Black with a glass of ice, lemon, and two cans of soda water.
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385: The Art of Japanese Whisky: Savoring House of Suntory & The Perfect Toki Highball

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While our roots here at Bourbon Lens are firmly planted in American soil, our passion for exceptional distilling knows no borders. On the latest episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, we are trading the rolling hills of Kentucky for the pristine water sources of Japan. We sat down with James Bowker, the brilliant Advocacy Manager […]

Rabbit Hole Distillery Exclusives Bottles With Bourbon Lens Logo in the background
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384: Kaveh Zamanian On The Future of Rabbit Hole and Beyond

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On this episode of Bourbon Lens, Rabbit Hole Distillery founder Kaveh Zamanian joins the show to break down brand resilience and strategic innovation amidst a shifting spirits market. From the creative engineering behind unique wood finishes and premium flavored whiskeys to the resurrection of the historic Mary Dowling brand, this conversation provides a masterclass in navigating modern industry cycles. Tune in to discover how bold architectural design, regional storytelling, and a forward-thinking approach to e-commerce are reshaping the future of American whiskey.

Whisky JYPSI Decleration
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383: The Revolution of Blending: How Ari Sussman and Whiskey JYPSI Are Rewriting American Whiskey History

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383: The Revolution of Blending: How Ari Sussman and Whiskey JYPSI Are Rewriting American Whiskey History Read Post »

Jake and Scott sit down with Ari Sussman, master blender behind Whiskey JYPSI, to discuss Legacy Batch 003 “The Declaration” — a groundbreaking blend of Indiana rye, 25-year Canadian corn whiskey, Virginia single malt, and apple brandy barrels from George Washington’s Mount Vernon Distillery. A must-listen for fans of American blended whiskey and independent spirits.

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382: Kentucky Peerless Releases Henry Kraver’s Old Reserve 10-Year Bourbon

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382: Kentucky Peerless Releases Henry Kraver’s Old Reserve 10-Year Bourbon Read Post »

For the team at Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co., April 22, 2026, wasn’t just another Wednesday. It was the culmination of a ten-year promise. When Corky and Carson Taylor revived the brand in 2013, it was about quality over quantity. They waited for this moment for 10 plus years. This week on the podcast, we are

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381: Bourbon Lens Podcast Tackles Industry Shaking Mergers, Derby Cocktails, and the Future of Whiskey

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381: Bourbon Lens Podcast Tackles Industry Shaking Mergers, Derby Cocktails, and the Future of Whiskey Read Post »

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 4, 2026) — In a high-octane episode released just in time for the 152nd Kentucky Derby, the Bourbon Lens podcast dives into the massive market shifts and creative innovations currently redefining the spirits industry. Hosts Jake Lewellen and Scott (Bourbon Lens) break down the high-stakes corporate maneuvering involving some of the world’s

Damon and Andrea toasting Kentucky Senator Bourbon
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380: Politics, Pours, and Portfolios: Inside Kentucky Senator Bourbon with Damon Thayer

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LEXINGTON, KY – Bourbon is more than a spirit in the Bluegrass State; it is a political and cultural currency. Kentucky Senator Bourbon, the award-winning brand co-founded by 2025 Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee Damon Thayer and Andre Regard, is proving that heritage doesn’t just belong in textbooks—it belongs in a glass. What began

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