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Review: New Riff 10-Year-Old High Note Bourbon and Rye

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Craft whiskey is officially growing up. For years, the major complaint facing newer craft distilleries was that their portfolios lacked the deep maturation of legacy brands. However, Northern Kentucky’s New Riff Distilling is flipping the script with its latest limited-edition drop: the 10-Year-Old High Note Bourbon and Rye releases. As double-digit age statements finally arrive […]

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Chicken Cock Old Glory Review: The Ultimate Heritage Rye & Apple Brandy Collaboration

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The countdown to America’s 250th anniversary has officially begun, and the spirits industry is answering the call with liquid history. In this episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, we are diving headfirst into one of the most innovative and culturally significant collaborations to hit shelves this year: Chicken Cock Old Glory. This limited-edition release marks

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ASW’s Fiddler Toasted Bourbon Highlights Transparency, Craftsmanship, and Exceptional Value

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Atlanta, GA — ASW Distillery continues to push the boundaries of modern American whiskey with Fiddler Toasted Bourbon, a standout release that blends transparency, innovation, and bold flavor into an accessible, high-impact pour. Crafted with a high-wheat mash bill and finished for extended time in toasted oak, Fiddler Toasted is earning attention from bourbon enthusiasts

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Bourbon Lens Explores the Rich Flavors of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B525

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Louisville, KY — Bourbon Lens returns with an in-depth tasting and review of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B525, one of the most talked-about limited bourbon releases from Heaven Hill. Known for its bold character and uncompromising proof, B525 delivers a layered tasting experience that continues to resonate with bourbon enthusiasts. Hosted by Jake Lewellen, the

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New Riff Balboa Rye Review: A Creamy, Fruity Rye to Watch in 2026

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Bourbon Lens Reviews New Riff Balboa Rye: At The Bourbon Lens, we’re always on the lookout for whiskeys that punch above their weight and signal where the industry might be headed next. In a recent episode, Jake Lewellen sat down with a pour of New Riff Balboa Rye, and it quickly became clear this release

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Exploring the Artistry of Japanese Whiskey: A 5-Minute Review with Jake Lewellen

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (December 2025) — In the latest episode of 5 Minute Fridays, host Jake Lewellen invites listeners on a flavorful journey through the refined world of Japanese whiskey. With his signature quick-hit review format, Jake explores two standout selections — the Hatozaki Triple Cask Reserve and the Omasake 15 Year — highlighting the precision

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