The Bourbon Lens Podcast features friends Jake Lewellen and Scott Dilley sharing drams, stories, and insights that shape the bourbon and whiskey industry
LOUISVILLE, KY – The modern whiskey enthusiast is no longer just looking for a label; they are looking for a footprint. As the bourbon market continues its rapid expansion, the roles of Non-Distilling Producers (NDPs) and Independent Bottlers (IBs) have shifted from industry “secrets” to masters of transparency and blending. Historically, sourcing whiskey carried a […]
Will Woodington joins Bourbon Lens Podcast to discuss Chicken Cock Whiskey. Chicken Cock Whiskey, the “Famous Old Brand” established in 1856, recently announced a landmark evolution in its storied history. To kick off its 170th-anniversary celebrations, the brand has officially launched its first-ever Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon, a bold departure from its traditional rye-forward roots.
376: Jack Daniel’s 2026 Aged Series & The Pernod-Brown-Forman Merger Rumors Read Post »
LOUISVILLE, KY (March 25, 2026) — In the latest must-listen episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, hosts Jake and Scott dive deep into a “perfect storm” hitting the whiskey world: the highly anticipated return of the Jack Daniel’s Aged Series and industry-shaking rumors of a potential merger between Brown-Forman and Pernod Ricard. While collectors are
375: Bourbon Lens Puts Wheated Favorites to the Ultimate Blind Test Read Post »
In a quest to strip away brand bias and marketing hype, the hosts of the Bourbon Lens podcast recently conducted a blind tasting of five premier wheated bourbons. This blind evaluation highlights how sensory-focused tasting can reveal surprising truths about even the most legendary bottles on the shelf. The high-stakes lineup featured a diverse range
As American whiskey enthusiasts increasingly look across the pond for complex flavor profiles, Bourbon Lens recently sat down with Gary Mills, Global Brand Ambassador for Loch Lomond Group, to decode the mystery of two of Scotland’s most innovative distilleries: Glen Scotia and Loch Lomond. The conversation highlights a major shift in how bourbon drinkers are
373: The Organic Standard – Cathedral Ledge Distillery’s Quest for Pure Spirits Read Post »
Unlock the secrets behind New Hampshire’s only certified organic distillery, where rugged tradition meets the stunning backdrop of the White Mountains. In this episode of the Bourbon Lens, we take a deep dive into the journey of Cathedral Ledge Distillery. Founded in North Conway in late 2020 by Christopher and Tracy Burk, this operation is
