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Exploring the World of Whiskey and Bourbon on Bourbon Lens’ “Thursday Thoughts”

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Exploring the World of Whiskey and Bourbon on Bourbon Lens’ “Thursday Thoughts” Read Post »

Louisville, KY — Bourbon Lens continues its mission of whiskey education and community building with a new episode of Thursday Thoughts, hosted by Jake Lewellen, offering an accessible and informative exploration of whiskey and bourbon for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts. In this episode, “Exploring the World of Whiskey and Bourbon,” Jake Lewellen guides listeners […]

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Maker’s Mark Unveils New Premium Bottle and Age Statement for Cask Strength Bourbon

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Maker’s Mark Embraces Age Statements for Cask Strength Expression. Maker’s Mark has announced the debut of a new bottle and label design for its Maker’s Mark Cask Strength bourbon, beginning a phased rollout across U.S. shelves in 2026. The update includes a premium glass bottle and an added precise age statement, a reflection of an emphasis on transparency

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366: From r/bourbon to Middleburg Barrel Company with Jay West (T8ke)

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366: From r/bourbon to Middleburg Barrel Company with Jay West (T8ke) Read Post »

In this episode of The Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake and Scott welcome Jay West, widely known in the bourbon community as T8ke, and now the Principal Whiskeymaker at Middleburg Barrel Company. Jay joins the show to discuss his unique path through the whiskey world—from the early days of Reddit’s r/bourbon community, to his work with Whiskey Raiders, and into his current role

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Casey Jones Distillery Acquired by B3 Beverage Company

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Casey Jones Distillery Joins the B3 Beverage Company Family. B3 Beverage Company announced that Casey Jones Distillery of Hopkinsville, Kentucky has joined its growing portfolio of independent beverage producers. The move marks B3’s continued expansion into distilled spirits and adds a heritage-driven Kentucky distillery to a platform built around craftsmanship, people, and manufacturing expertise. With the addition

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Traveller Whiskey NASCAR Paint Scheme Leak Hints at New “Full Proof” Release

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New Decal on JR Motorsports No. 40 Chevrolet Points to 121-Proof Line Extension. A social media post from JR Motorsports, Chris Stapleton, Dale Earnhardt Jr., and driver Justin Allgaier has sparked fresh speculation in both the NASCAR and whiskey worlds. The video, shared on X.com, unveiled the updated 2026 Traveller Whiskey NASCAR paint scheme—and may

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End of an Era: Kentucky Owl Faces Liquidation After Chapter 7 Conversion

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Kentucky Owl LLC Enters Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Kentucky Owl LLC, the whiskey brand owned by Stoli Group, has entered Chapter 7 liquidation. Stoli Group announced that both Kentucky Owl LLC and Stoli Group USA, LLC filed motions to convert their existing Chapter 11 cases into Chapter 7, transferring control to a court-appointed trustee who will oversee the liquidation of assets

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