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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Round Two Of The Perfect Partnership: PFL and Puncher’s Chance

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Round Two Of The Perfect Partnership: PFL and Puncher’s Chance Read Post »

Puncher’s Chance Bourbon Reignites PFL Sponsorship with New Activation around Challenger Series 2023 PFL Challenger Series begins January 27 exclusively on Fubo Sports, FuboTV’s 24/7 sports network dedicated to featuring sports stories on and off the field NEW YORK CITY & EUGENE, OR (January 25, 2023) – The Professional Fighters League (PFL), the fastest growing and most innovative […]

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Redwood Empire Rocket Top, Bringing A Punch Of Flavor

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Redwood Empire Rocket Top, Bringing A Punch Of Flavor Read Post »

After reviewing the new cask strength offerings from Redwood Empire, we’re diving into their 100 proof offerings. Up first is the Rocket Top Straight Rye Whiskey.  This is a unique blend of rye whiskey featuring four grains.  Let’s see how it tastes in our latest review!  Just the facts: Rocket Top Proof: 100 Age: Undisclosed  Mash bill:

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Rye Whiskey With a Kick, Emerald Giant Review

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Rye Whiskey With a Kick, Emerald Giant Review Read Post »

We keep the Redwood Empire reviews rolling with Emerald Giant Rye Whiskey.  Excited to dive into a straight rye with a little wheat built into a blend, first time I believe I tried anything like this mashbill!  Just the facts: Emerald Giant Proof: 116.4  Age: Undisclosed  Mash bill: 94% Rye, 5% Malted Barely, 1% Wheat  Style:

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The Lost Monarch: Bourye Done Right

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The Lost Monarch: Bourye Done Right Read Post »

Bouryes are always some of my favorite whiskies because they are typically the best of both worlds. I can’t wait to dive into Redwood Empire Whiskey blend of the Lost Monarch!  Just the facts: Proof: 117.2 Age: Undisclosed  Mash bill: 55%  Straight Rye Whiskey and 45% Straight Bourbon Whiskey Style: Blend of Straight Whiskey  Jake’s Tasting Notes: Lost

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