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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Green River’s New Full Proof Bourbon is a Summer Surprise

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Fast Facts – Green River Full Proof Owensboro, Ky. (June 4, 2024) – Green River Distilling Co. is expanding its offerings this summer with the introduction of Green River Full Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This new release is a robust, full-bodied expression of the brand’s flagship bourbon, crafted from a blend of five-to-seven-year barrels […]

Jack Daniel's 10 & 12 year batch 03 and 02
Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

Should You Buy the Latest Jack Daniel’s 10 & 12 Year Tennessee Whiskey Releases?

Should You Buy the Latest Jack Daniel’s 10 & 12 Year Tennessee Whiskey Releases? Read Post »

Scott and I recently discussed the latest batches of Jack Daniel’s 10 & 12 year on Episode 273 of the podcast. If you haven’t had the time to listen to our 30 minute episode, I wanted to share my personal thoughts on these two new Tennessee Whiskeys. Let’s dive in, shall we! Just the Facts:

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Lux Row Announces New, 10 Year Single Barrel Rebel Bourbon

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Fast Facts – Rebel 10: ST. LOUIS (June 3, 2024) – Lux Row Distillers® proudly announces the introduction of Rebel® 10-Year Single Barrel Bourbon. This highly-anticipated, award-winning annual release is meticulously aged and hand bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), ensuring a unique flavor profile for each batch. The limited allocation will be available later

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Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

Hardin’s Creek Blind Tasting, Which Pour Is The Best?

Hardin’s Creek Blind Tasting, Which Pour Is The Best? Read Post »

Hardin’s Creek, a unique offering from the renowned James B. Beam company, showcases the rich terroir of whiskey from different regions around Kentucky. The Kentucky Series from Hardin’s Creek includes bourbons from Clermont, Frankfort, and Boston, Kentucky. Each variant promises a distinct flavor profile, reflective of its origin. For more information on the story behind

Rye Whiskey, Bottled In Bond, Malted Rye Whiskey, Old Potrero
Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

Extremely Limited Old Potrero 16 Year Bottled-Bond Rye Whiskey Reviewed

Extremely Limited Old Potrero 16 Year Bottled-Bond Rye Whiskey Reviewed Read Post »

Over the years, the Bourbon Lens has been able to connect with the Bruce Joseph from Old Potrero numerous times. When news of the 16 year old single barrel Old Potrero broke in April, I reached out immediately to see if any samples would be available of this extremely limited run of 432 bottles. Lucky

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