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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Four Branches Bourbon Wins FOX Business National Award; Debuts New Kentucky Straight ‘Founders Reserve’

Four Branches Bourbon Wins FOX Business National Award; Debuts New Kentucky Straight ‘Founders Reserve’ Read Post »

BARDSTOWN, Ky. (May 6, 2026) — Four Branches Bourbon, the first spirits company founded by veterans of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines, has been named a winner in the Fox Business “Made in America” Small Business Contest. This national recognition celebrates the brand’s veteran leadership and its commitment to purpose-driven American manufacturing. Coinciding […]

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PRETTY IN PINK: Chattanooga Whiskey Unveils Strawberry Infused Gin Liqueur Supporting Women in Distilling

PRETTY IN PINK: Chattanooga Whiskey Unveils Strawberry Infused Gin Liqueur Supporting Women in Distilling Read Post »

CHATTANOOGA, TN (May 7, 2026) – Chattanooga Whiskey, the 2026 Whisky Magazine Craft Producer of the Year, has announced the latest release from its award-winning Experimental Series: Batch 048: Strawberry Infused Gin Liqueur. Developed by Head Distiller Tiana Saul in collaboration with the Pink Boots Society, this vibrantly hued spirit is designed to inspire and

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The “Whiskey-Drinker’s Tequila” – A Deep Dive into Tears of Llorona

The “Whiskey-Drinker’s Tequila” – A Deep Dive into Tears of Llorona Read Post »

LOUISVILLE, KY – As the boundary between whiskey collectors and agave spirits continues to blur, Bourbon Lens is proud to present an inside look at Tears of Llorona, an Extra Añejo tequila that is redefining the “luxury” category. Crafted by Master Distiller is Enrique Fonseca Tears of Llorona is a masterclass in patience. While industrial

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381: Bourbon Lens Podcast Tackles Industry Shaking Mergers, Derby Cocktails, and the Future of Whiskey

381: Bourbon Lens Podcast Tackles Industry Shaking Mergers, Derby Cocktails, and the Future of Whiskey Read Post »

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 4, 2026) — In a high-octane episode released just in time for the 152nd Kentucky Derby, the Bourbon Lens podcast dives into the massive market shifts and creative innovations currently redefining the spirits industry. Hosts Jake Lewellen and Scott (Bourbon Lens) break down the high-stakes corporate maneuvering involving some of the world’s

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Jeptha Creed Announces “Bruce’s Blue”: A Bourbon Crafted from Proprietary Heirloom Blue Corn

Jeptha Creed Announces “Bruce’s Blue”: A Bourbon Crafted from Proprietary Heirloom Blue Corn Read Post »

SHELBYVILLE, KY (April 27, 2026) — Jeptha Creed Distillery, the award-winning, mother-daughter-owned craft distillery, today unveiled its latest agricultural breakthrough: Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This release marks the debut of a proprietary heirloom blue corn varietal developed specifically for distillation on the Nethery family farm. A true “Farm to Glass” expression, Bruce’s Blue

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Oaklore Distilling Co. Unveils Two New Limited-Edition Cask-Finished Bourbons for Spring 2026

Oaklore Distilling Co. Unveils Two New Limited-Edition Cask-Finished Bourbons for Spring 2026 Read Post »

The spring 2026 releases include the Old Fashioned Finished Four Grain Bourbon and the Port Cask Finished Four Grain Bourbon. Oaklore Distilling Co., the Charlotte-based distillery that has captured national attention since its 2024 debut, continues its breakout run with the launch of two new expressions in its acclaimed “Story Series.” Both expressions begin with

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