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Rebel Bourbon Brings Back Fan-Favorite Rebel Root Beer Whiskey

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ST. LOUIS (Jan. 13, 2026) — Rebel Bourbon has officially announced the return of Rebel Root Beer Whiskey, reviving one of the brand’s most requested flavored whiskey releases. The limited-time comeback blends Rebel Straight Bourbon Whiskey with bold, creamy natural root beer flavors, delivering a nostalgic yet rebellious twist on the brand’s award-winning wheated bourbon […]

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365: Exploring Old Potrero Rye and Junipero Gin with Kevin Aslan of Hotaling & Co.

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365: Exploring Old Potrero Rye and Junipero Gin with Kevin Aslan of Hotaling & Co. Read Post »

In this episode of The Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake and Scott welcome Kevin Aslan of Hotaling & Co., Head Distiller/Blender for Old Potrero, and a longtime friend of the show. The conversation spans two shared passions—gin and rye whiskey—and highlights what makes Old Potrero one of the most distinctive producers in American whiskey. Jake and

Thursday Thoughts - Are you doing Dry January
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Thursday Thoughts Explores the Evolving Landscape of THC and Hemp with Edibles.com

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LOUISVILLE, KY — In a recent episode of Thursday Thoughts, host Jake Lewellen welcomed Thomas Winstanley, Executive Vice President at Edibles.com, for a timely discussion on the rapidly evolving THC and hemp industry. As dry January continues to influence consumer behavior nationwide, the episode highlighted THC’s growing role as an alternative to traditional alcohol consumption

Rare Whiskey For Auction
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Sotheby’s Unveils The Great American Whiskey Collection, the Most Valuable Single-Owner American Whiskey Auction Ever

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Sotheby’s Unveils The Great American Whiskey Collection, the Most Valuable Single-Owner American Whiskey Auction Ever Read Post »

NEW YORK — 7 January 2026 — Sotheby’s has announced The Great American Whiskey Collection, the most valuable single-owner American whiskey collection ever offered at auction and the first live, single-owner American whiskey sale in history. The landmark evening auction will take place 24 January 2026 at Sotheby’s iconic Breuer Building on Madison Avenue. Estimated

Three men tasting bourbon and recording a podcast at the James B. Beam Distilling Co.
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364: Inside James B. Beam Distilling Co. and Hardin’s Creek with Alex Bowie

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In this episode of The Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake and Scott travel to Clermont, Kentucky to sit down with Alex Bowie, Director of Homeplace Experiences at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. The conversation was recorded on location in Beam’s brand-new podcast studio, with Bourbon Lens receiving early access to the space for an exclusive

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BBQ Meets Bourbon as Meat Church Acquires Minority Stake in Pursuit Spirits

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BBQ Meets Bourbon as Meat Church Acquires Minority Stake in Pursuit Spirits Read Post »

Meat Church BBQ has announced a strategic partnership with Pursuit Spirits, acquiring a minority ownership stake in the American whiskey brand founded by the hosts of the Bourbon Pursuit podcast. The minority investment from Meat Church founder and pitmaster Matt Pittman is designed to accelerate Pursuit Spirits’ growth initiatives. According to the announcement, the partnership will support

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