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Eddie Russell in the rick house with Russell Reserve 13

Russell’s Reserve Honors Eddie Russell’s 45-Year Legacy with Cinematic Documentary and Return of 13-Year-Old Bourbon

Bourbon Lens Team / June 3, 2026

Russell’s Reserve Honors Eddie Russell’s 45-Year Legacy with Cinematic Documentary and Return of 13-Year-Old Bourbon Read Post »

The highly allocated Spring 2026 return of the 13 Year Old features a commemorative label and rare 18-year-old honey barrels. LAWRENCEBURG, KY — Award-winning bourbon producer Russell’s Reserve has announced a multi-part liquid and cinematic celebration honoring Hall of Fame Master Distiller Eddie Russell’s 45th anniversary with Wild Turkey Distilling Co. The milestone is highlighted […]

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SAZERAC REVEALS AJ BOND TENNESSEE WHISKEY: A Historic First for the Spirits Giant

Bourbon Lens Team / June 2, 2026

SAZERAC REVEALS AJ BOND TENNESSEE WHISKEY: A Historic First for the Spirits Giant Read Post »

LA VERGNE, TN – Sazerac is officially entering the Tennessee Whiskey category with the launch of its highly anticipated flagship brand, AJ Bond Tennessee Whiskey. Crafted by Master Distillers Allisa Henley and the late John Lunn, this inaugural release marks a monumental shift for Sazerac (the parent company behind Buffalo Trace, Weller, and Pappy Van

Four Roses Anthology Chapter 1 with a background and wooden box

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FOUR ROSES DEBUTS ANTHOLOGY SERIES WITH OLDEST RELEASE IN BRAND HISTORY: CHAPTER ONE: ORIGIN

Bourbon Lens Team / June 2, 2026

FOUR ROSES DEBUTS ANTHOLOGY SERIES WITH OLDEST RELEASE IN BRAND HISTORY: CHAPTER ONE: ORIGIN Read Post »

FOUR ROSES DEBUTS ANTHOLOGY SERIES WITH OLDEST RELEASE IN BRAND HISTORY: CHAPTER ONE: ORIGIN LAWRENCEBURG, KY – Four Roses Distillery has officially announced the launch of Anthology, a highly anticipated ultra-premium annual series of rare, limited-edition expressions. Each release in the collection will tell a distinct chapter of the distillery’s 138-year legacy. Inaugurating this landmark

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Bruichladdich Celebrates 25 Years with the Return of Cult Classic ‘Yellow Submarine III’

Bourbon Lens Team / June 1, 2026

Bruichladdich Celebrates 25 Years with the Return of Cult Classic ‘Yellow Submarine III’ Read Post »

The irreverent 14-year-old unpeated Islay single malt returns from the famous ‘Whisky of Mass Distinction’ series. ISLAY, SCOTLAND — One of the most iconic and humorous releases in Bruichladdich Distillery’s modern history has officially resurfaced. To mark the progressive Hebridean distillery’s 25th anniversary of resurrection, Bruichladdich has announced the upcoming launch of Yellow Submarine III.

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

Bourbon Lens Team / May 31, 2026

385: The Art of Japanese Whisky: Savoring House of Suntory & The Perfect Toki Highball Read Post »

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

New Riff Rye and Bourbon 10 Year old Expression

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New Riff Introduces Latest Decade-Old Bourbon and Rye Duo Exclusively for Whiskey Club

Bourbon Lens Team / May 29, 2026

New Riff Introduces Latest Decade-Old Bourbon and Rye Duo Exclusively for Whiskey Club Read Post »

The award-winning Northern Kentucky distillery expands its limited High Note Series with two bold, ten-year-old cask-strength expressions. NEWPORT, KY — New Riff Distilling has officially announced the dual release of its 10-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and 10-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey. Evolving the independent distillery’s decade-long commitment to high-rye mashbills, this highly anticipated duo