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 Macallan Unveils ‘Romantica Collection’ to Mark 100th Anniversary of Legendary 1926 Vintage

The Macallan Unveils ‘Romantica Collection’ to Mark 100th Anniversary of Legendary 1926 Vintage Read Post »

Original artists Sir Peter Blake, Valerio Adami, and Michael Dillon reunite for an ultra-rare 1986 single cask release limited to 258 bottles. The Macallan has officially launched the Romantica Collection, an exceptionally rare single-cask 1986 Vintage single malt created to mark the centenary of The Macallan 1926—the world’s most valuable bottle of wine or spirit […]

Bottle of Bardstown Bourbon Company Distillery Reserve Mars Single Malt
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Bardstown Bourbon Co. Partners with Japan’s Mars Distillery for Revolutionary Co-Aged Spirit

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Partners with Japan’s Mars Distillery for Revolutionary Co-Aged Spirit Read Post »

BARDSTOWN, Ky. (May 26, 2026) — Bardstown Bourbon Company is breaking entirely new ground in the spirits industry with the announcement of its latest hyper-limited release: the Distillery Reserve Mars Single Malt Japanese Blend. Rather than utilizing a traditional secondary cask finishing process, this pioneering expression introduces a first-of-its-kind co-aging method. Japanese single malt whiskies

Rabbit Hole Distillery Exclusives Bottles With Bourbon Lens Logo in the background
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384: Kaveh Zamanian On The Future of Rabbit Hole and Beyond

384: Kaveh Zamanian On The Future of Rabbit Hole and Beyond Read Post »

On this episode of Bourbon Lens, Rabbit Hole Distillery founder Kaveh Zamanian joins the show to break down brand resilience and strategic innovation amidst a shifting spirits market. From the creative engineering behind unique wood finishes and premium flavored whiskeys to the resurrection of the historic Mary Dowling brand, this conversation provides a masterclass in navigating modern industry cycles. Tune in to discover how bold architectural design, regional storytelling, and a forward-thinking approach to e-commerce are reshaping the future of American whiskey.

Four Branches Liberty America 250
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Veteran-Founded Four Branches Bourbon Drops Hyper-Rare “Liberty Reserve” for America’s 250th Anniversary

Veteran-Founded Four Branches Bourbon Drops Hyper-Rare “Liberty Reserve” for America’s 250th Anniversary Read Post »

BARDSTOWN, KY — (May 20, 2026) — Four Branches Bourbon, the premier spirits company founded exclusively by military veterans spanning the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines, has officially announced its most exclusive allocation yet: Liberty Reserve. Released as a limited-edition commemorative expression honoring the upcoming 250th anniversary of America, only 1,776 individually numbered bottles

Rittenhouse 250
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Heaven Hill Distills History: 10-Year Bottled-in-Bond Rittenhouse Rye Unveiled for America’s 250th Anniversary

Heaven Hill Distills History: 10-Year Bottled-in-Bond Rittenhouse Rye Unveiled for America’s 250th Anniversary Read Post »

BARDSTOWN, Ky. (May 21, 2026) – Heaven Hill Distillery has officially announced the launch of the Rittenhouse United States 250th Anniversary Commemorative Edition. Dropping in May 2026, this ultra-limited, double-digit age-stated expression celebrates America’s Semiquincentennial ($1776\text{–}2026$) while paying direct homage to the brand’s historic Pennsylvania Monongahela rye heritage. Adhering to the strict consumer protections of

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