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.

Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

New Riff’s Latest Releases Truly Exemplify Their Name

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New Riff is back with their latest limited edition offerings. They are taking malting to a whole new level with the release of the T50 Kentucky Straight Bourbon and Aroostook Malted Rye. Each of these pours are uniquely different from the standard offerings and I would argue these are two of the best whiskies I […]

Bourbon and Whiskey News

Need A Holiday Idea? Hidden Barn Series Two Coming Soon

Need A Holiday Idea? Hidden Barn Series Two Coming Soon Read Post »

Bourbon Lens Thoughts: One of the busiest booths at Kentucky Bourbon Festival is back with their newest release! When thinking about getting something for your favorite bourbon drinker this newest batch of Hidden Barn might be a good idea. Full Press Release Louisville, Kentucky (November 18, 2022) – Following the success of their initial launch,

Bourbon Lens Whiskey Reviews

Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Latest Collaboration Focuses On The Barrel

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In the latest edition of the Bardstown Bourbon Company collaboration series, the art of blending along with the use of unique barrels come together to make a unique rye whiskey. Let’s dive into this pour! Just the Facts: Proof: 110 Age: 6 year Indiana / 12 Year Ontario   Mash Bill: 95% Rye, 5% Malted

Kentucky Tea Batch
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Kentucky Tea? That’s A Bourbon, Right?

Kentucky Tea? That’s A Bourbon, Right? Read Post »

Booker’s Bourbon Batch 2022-03 is here!  The “Kentucky Tea Batch” is the third release of the year following “Ronnie’s Batch” and “The Lumberyard”.  It has been a banner year for the Booker’s releases this year so let’s get into the review. Just the Facts: Proof: 126.5 Age: 7-years, 4-months and 14 days   Mash Bill:

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