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New Charles Goodnight Bourbon Pays Homage To Legendary Cattleman

Jake Lewellen / November 1, 2023

New Charles Goodnight Bourbon Pays Homage To Legendary Cattleman Read Post »

Foley Family Wines Expands Spirits Portfolio by Reimagining American Whiskey Brand as a Barrel-Strength, Beef-Lover’s Texas Bourbon SANTA ROSA, CA (September 13, 2023) — Foley Family Wines today announced the reintroduction of Charles Goodnight Bourbon (SRP: $79.99), a whiskey crafted in memory of the Lone Star state legend who captured the unbridled spirit of the […]

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Lost Lantern Opens New Tasting Room in the Northeast

Jake Lewellen / November 1, 2023

Lost Lantern Opens New Tasting Room in the Northeast Read Post »

Bourbon Lens Thoughts: Are you looking for an excuse to head to the Northeast? Well, if you are a fan of good whiskey, you now have a great excuse to visit Vermont with the opening of Lost Lantern Whiskey’s tasting room! Make sure you don’t miss this opportunity to taste some exquisite pours on your

Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

Re-Tasting FEW Bottled in Bond Bourbon Whiskey

Jake Lewellen / October 29, 2023

Re-Tasting FEW Bottled in Bond Bourbon Whiskey Read Post »

In our latest episode, we sat down with Elayne Duff, Samson & Surrey’s Director of Brand Advocacy, to discuss their whiskey portfolio. Throughout this week, we’ve highlighted a few whiskeys in their lineup, and in this review we’re enjoying FEW Spirits Bottled in Bond Bourbon. Let’s dive in! Just the Facts: Jake’s Tasting Notes: FEW

Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

Brenne French Single Malt Whisky is a Unique to Experience

Jake Lewellen / October 29, 2023

Brenne French Single Malt Whisky is a Unique to Experience Read Post »

We continue our look into the Samson & Surrey portfolio. During our recent episode, we sat down with a French Single Malt. Have you ever heard of a French made whisky? We hadn’t! So, let’s dive into this whisky. Just the Facts: Jake’s Tasting Notes: Brenne French Single Malt Whisky Scott’s Tasting Notes: Brenne French

Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

Widow Jane Vaults 2023 is a Bourbon to be Reckoned With

Jake Lewellen / October 28, 2023

Widow Jane Vaults 2023 is a Bourbon to be Reckoned With Read Post »

The Vaults 2023 was the icing on top during the recent podcast tasting with Elayne Duff featuring Samson & Surrey. Let’s dive in and take a sip of this 15 year old bourbon! Just the Facts: Jake’s Tasting Notes: Widow Jane The Vaults 2023 Scott’s Tasting Notes: Widow Jane The Vaults 2023 Closing Thoughts: The

Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

Is Paradigm Rye a Whiskey You Need to Buy?

Jake Lewellen / October 27, 2023

Is Paradigm Rye a Whiskey You Need to Buy? Read Post »

This new Rye Whiskey from Widow Jane might be one of the tastiest pours I have had from the New York operation. If you want to hear Jake’s excitement, listen to the Samson & Surrey podcast. But first, let’s dive and share our written thoughts. Just the Facts: Jake’s Tasting Notes: Paradigm Rye Whiskey Scott’s

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New Charles Goodnight Bourbon Pays Homage To Legendary Cattleman

Lost Lantern Opens New Tasting Room in the Northeast

Re-Tasting FEW Bottled in Bond Bourbon Whiskey

Brenne French Single Malt Whisky is a Unique to Experience

Widow Jane Vaults 2023 is a Bourbon to be Reckoned With

Is Paradigm Rye a Whiskey You Need to Buy?

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