The Bourbon Lens Podcast features friends Jake Lewellen and Scott Dilley sharing drams, stories, and insights that shape the bourbon and whiskey industry
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.
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
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
380: Politics, Pours, and Portfolios: Inside Kentucky Senator Bourbon with Damon Thayer Read Post »
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
As the spirits industry navigates a volatile landscape of overproduction and shifting consumer habits, branding visionary Steven Grasse—the mind behind Hendrick’s Gin and Sailor Jerry Rum—is sharing a unconventional roadmap for resilience. Grasse, founder of Tamworth Distilling and Quaker City Mercantile, argues that the path to longevity isn’t found in rapid national expansion, but in
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
