Author name: Bourbon Lens Team

Jake Lewellen is the co-host and co-founder of Bourbon Lens, one of America's leading bourbon and whiskey podcasts. Born and raised in Kentucky, Jake has spent over seven years exploring the world of American whiskey — from the legendary distilleries of Bardstown and Frankfort to the craft producers nobody's heard of yet. With more than 380 episodes under his belt, Jake brings an encyclopedic knowledge of bourbon history, distillery craft, and the people shaping America's native spirit. When he's not recording, he's hunting allocated bottles, attending industry events, and convincing Scott to try one more dram. Jake is a finalist for the Bardstown Bourbon Company Worlds Top Whiskey Taster which pitted bourbon lovers from around the world in a unique sensory tasting experience.

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Fortune’s Fool Premium Whiskey Announces New Release

Fortune’s Fool Premium Whiskey Announces New Release Read Post »

Fortune Fool Premium Whiskey – The Overture Facts: Fortune’s Fool, a woman-founded and led whiskey producer, unveils its latest addition to its lineup of premium spirits: The Overture. Following the success of The Prelude, this premium straight rye whiskey is distilled in Kentucky and aged in top-quality barrels from Napa Valley’s Seguin Moreau Cooperage. Crafted […]

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Coors Spirits Co. Celebrates Success at Prestigious Spirits Competitions

Coors Spirits Co. Celebrates Success at Prestigious Spirits Competitions Read Post »

Coors Spirits Co., established in 2023, houses Molson Coors’ expanding spirits division, reflecting the company’s transition from a beer to a total beverage enterprise. CHICAGO – May 7, 2024 – Coors Spirits Co. shines at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and TAG Global Spirits Awards, with multiple platinum and gold accolades for their acclaimed

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Templeton Distillery Announces New Midnight Rye

Templeton Distillery Announces New Midnight Rye Read Post »

Introducing Templeton Midnight Rye, a groundbreaking blend of American Rye Whiskey and premium dark Port wine, celebrated for its complexity and flavor with a recent Gold Medal win. Crafted to perfection, this whiskey offers a luxurious texture and unparalleled depth of flavor, encapsulated in an enchanting purple label inspired by the midnight sky. Don’t miss

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New Stephen B. Beam Tasting Lodge Is Open!

New Stephen B. Beam Tasting Lodge Is Open! Read Post »

You don’t want to miss the first ever podcast recorded inside the Stephen B. Beam Tasting Lodge. New episode of Bourbon Lens coming soon! The expansion of Limestone Branch Distillery’s barrel program and the opening of the Stephen B. Beam Tasting Lodge mark significant milestones for the distillery. Named after the founder and inspired by

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Let’s Place Your Bet, Which Mint Julep Was The Best – Part 3

Let’s Place Your Bet, Which Mint Julep Was The Best – Part 3 Read Post »

This multi-part series on the Mint Julep is presented in honor of the upcoming 150th Running of the Kentucky Derby. Long time friend and supporter, Corey White, generously authored this series and we are thankful for his support. On race day, there may be a long shot! Corey experiments with rye whiskey and budget bourbon

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