Bourbon Lens Podcast

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

Bourbon Lens Podcast

347: 7 Year Bottled in Bond Bourbon – Heaven Hill vs. Old Grand-Dad

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Celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month with a special Bottled-in-Bond showdown! In this episode, Jake and Scott sit down to compare two 7 Year Bottled-in-Bond Bourbons: Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond 7 Year and Old Grand-Dad 7 Year Bonded Bourbon from the James B. Beam Distilling Co. The discussion highlights the return of age statements, the value and history […]

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346: It’s Bourbon Heritage Month With KDA President Eric Gregory

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In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake sits down with Eric Gregory, President of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA), to officially kick off Bourbon Heritage Month. Eric shares insights on the current state of the Bourbon industry, the exciting events planned throughout September, and the continued growth and global reach of Kentucky Bourbon. From economic

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345: Exploring the Trio of First West Bourbons by 15 STARS

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Jake and Scott sit down with Rick and Ricky Johnson, the father-son duo behind 15 STARS Fine Aged Bourbon. Known for their dedication to craftsmanship and innovation, the Johnsons share how 15 STARS has grown its portfolio with three standout releases: First West Small Batch, Toasted Oak, and Extra Aged Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The conversation

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344: Never Say Die Bourbon – From Kentucky Roots to Global Whiskey

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In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake sits down with Brian Luftman, Co-Founder of Never Say Die Bourbon, to explore the unique story behind the brand. From its Kentucky roots to its transatlantic journey to England, Never Say Die Bourbon combines American craftsmanship with a global perspective. Brian shares the inspiration behind the brand’s name,

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343: Frey Ranch Distillery’s New Five Grain Bourbon

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In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake sits down with Colby and Ashley Frey, the husband-and-wife duo behind Frey Ranch Distillery in Fallon, Nevada. We dive into what it takes to operate a true farm distillery in a relatively remote part of the state, and the unique challenges—and rewards—that come with growing, harvesting, and distilling

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342: Sizzling New Whiskey Releases of Summer 2025

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This week on Bourbon Lens, Jake and Scott dive into the wave of exciting whiskey releases that have dropped during the summer of 2025. From heritage distilleries to rising craft brands, the whiskey and bourbon world has been anything but quiet. We kick things off with Starlight Distillery’s milestone 10-Year Bourbon, their oldest bourbon release

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