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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New Limited-Edition Frey Ranch American Single Malt Smoked Whiskey

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Farm-to-Glass Distillery’s Innovation and Growth Continues with Inaugural Release in its New ‘Smoked Series’ As the American Single Malt category heats up, award- winning Frey Ranch® Distillery enters the market with the limited release of Frey Ranch American Single Malt Smoked Whiskey. At 110 proof and aged for six years and seven months, Frey Ranch […]

Charles Goodnight Bourbon with Texas backdrop
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New Charles Goodnight Bourbon Pays Homage To Legendary Cattleman

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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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Re-Tasting FEW Bottled in Bond Bourbon Whiskey

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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

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Brenne French Single Malt Whisky is a Unique to Experience

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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

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Widow Jane Vaults 2023 is a Bourbon to be Reckoned With

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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

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