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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The Final Installment of Nikka Discovery Series Is Here!

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Bourbon Lens Thoughts: There is nothing like exploring World Whisky. While Irish or Scotch Single Malts might be fan favorites. Japanese Whiskies are some of my favorite. With the final installment of the Nikka Discovery Series – Nikka The Grain will highlight the unique distilleries and new grain use. The 2023 Release Arrives in the

Knob Creek 18 with cask ironed skilled in a kitchen
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Knob Creek 18 Year Old Is Back & Better Than Ever

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Honoring the brands’ shared commitment to the art of craftsmanship, the Knob Creek x Smithey 18x Seasoned Limited Edition Cast Iron Skillet Set celebrates the re-release of Knob Creek® 18 Year Old Bourbon CLERMONT, Ky., Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Knob Creek®, a leader in the Small Batch Bourbon category, announces a partnership with Smithey Ironware, premium manufacturer of artisanal

Group of men from Bardstown Bourbon Company at IWSC awards
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Bardstown Bourbon Co. Named Worldwide Whiskey Producer of the Year

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The distillery took home top honors at the International Wine & Spirits Competition LONDON — (Friday, October 20, 2023) Less than a decade since Bardstown Bourbon Company broke ground, the distillery and brand dedicated to honoring tradition while pushing the boundaries of the spirits industry has been named 2023 Worldwide Whiskey Producer by International Wine and

Bottle image of Parker’s Heritage Rye Whiskey 17th Edition
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Heaven Hill Is More Than Just Bourbon – Parker’s Heritage Review

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It’s Frye-day! Which means its finally time to spill the beans on our thoughts on the 17th Edition of Parker’s Heritage Cask Strength Rye Whiskey. Parker’s Heritage releases tend to be some of the best whiskies of the year. Let’s dive in and find out what it is all about! Just the facts Jake’s tasting

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