Will Woodington joins Bourbon Lens Podcast to discuss Chicken Cock Whiskey. Chicken Cock Whiskey, the “Famous Old Brand” established in 1856, recently announced a landmark evolution in its storied history. To kick off its 170th-anniversary celebrations, the brand has officially launched its first-ever Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon, a bold departure from its traditional rye-forward roots. […]
LOUISVILLE, KY – Get ready to toast the return of Louisville’s premier bourbon and BBQ celebration. On April 11th, 2026, the historic 4th Street Live! entertainment district will transform into a whiskey lover’s paradise for the annual Pig & Swig festival. Running from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the event promises an immersive “bar-hop” experience
LOUISVILLE, KY (March 31, 2026) – Angel’s Envy, the pioneer of secondary finishing, has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 Cask Strength Dual Release. This year’s drop features the return of the annual Cask Strength Bourbon alongside a historic first for the distillery: a 10-Year Cask Strength Rye, the brand’s first age-stated rye whiskey bottled at
NASHVILLE, Ind. (March 31, 2026) – Hard Truth Distilling Co. has officially kicked off its 2026 Barrel Finish Reserve series with the release of French Oak Finished Bourbon. This limited, grain-to-glass expression marks a sophisticated evolution of the distillery’s award-winning sweet mash program. The release is a meticulous blend of 23 barrels featuring two distinct
Chip Tate Unveils Gambit No. 6: A Masterclass in Multi-Barrel Finishing Read Post »
SANTA ROSA, CA (March 30, 2026) – Foley Family Wines & Spirits (FFWS) has announced the release of Gambit No. 6, a revolutionary 6-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon that pushes the boundaries of traditional whiskey. Crafted by visionary Master Distiller Chip Tate, this release features six distinct barrel finishes: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Apple Brandy, Muscatel, Oloroso
376: Jack Daniel’s 2026 Aged Series & The Pernod-Brown-Forman Merger Rumors Read Post »
LOUISVILLE, KY (March 25, 2026) — In the latest must-listen episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, hosts Jake and Scott dive deep into a “perfect storm” hitting the whiskey world: the highly anticipated return of the Jack Daniel’s Aged Series and industry-shaking rumors of a potential merger between Brown-Forman and Pernod Ricard. While collectors are
