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.

CCK Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Raffle
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Center for Courageous Kids Launches Fifth Annual Bourbon Raffle

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SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. — The Center for Courageous Kids (CCK) has announced its fifth annual Bourbon Raffle, giving bourbon enthusiasts a shot at one of 15 prize packages valued at more than $41,000 — all while supporting free camp programs for children with disabilities and lifelong illnesses. How It Works: Only 1,000 tickets are available at

Jeptha Creed Solera
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Jeptha Creed Marks 10th Anniversary with Solera Aged Bourbon

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SHELBYVILLE, Ky. — Jeptha Creed Distillery, the award-winning Kentucky craft distillery owned by mother-daughter duo Joyce and Autumn Nethery, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the launch of Jeptha Creed Solera Aged Bourbon — a release that brings together whiskey made from every heirloom corn varietal the distillery has ever grown. A Decade of Heirloom

Garrison Brother Dual Release for Tailgate
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Garrison Brothers to Host Tailgate for PX & Oloroso Cask Strength Single Barrel Release

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Garrison Brothers Distillery, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, will host a game-day Tailgate on Saturday, October 17 (gates open 8 a.m.) celebrating the release of its PX and Oloroso Finished Cask Strength Single Barrels. Guests can watch the Texas Longhorns vs. Florida Gators game, with kickoff around 11 a.m. CT. The

Breckenridge Distilling Art Series man holding the bottle
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Breckenridge Distillery Unveils Collectors Art Series 6 with Artist Pat Milbery

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BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. — Breckenridge Distillery, part of Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), has released the sixth edition of its Collectors Art Series, pairing the distillery’s whiskey with an original label design by Colorado muralist, professional snowboarder and creative Pat Milbery. The Collaboration: To mark the launch, Milbery painted a new mural at Tony

Glenlivet 12 Year with french pastries
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The Glenlivet Debuts 12 Year Old Provence Edition, Inspired by Southern France

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The Glenlivet, the single malt Scotch whisky crafted in Scotland’s Livet Valley, has unveiled The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Provence Edition, a new limited-edition release inspired by the sun-soaked landscapes and vibrant flavors of Provence, France. The Whisky: Selectively finished in a combination of Château Sainte Marguerite white wine, Rivesaltes, and Sauternes casks, the Provence

Chicken Cock Rooster Decanter
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Chicken Cock Whiskey Marks 170th Anniversary with Rooster Decanter & Legacy Bourbon

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BARDSTOWN, Ky. — Chicken Cock Whiskey, one of America’s oldest whiskey brands, dating back to 1856, is celebrating its 170th anniversary with two limited releases: the 170th Anniversary Limited Edition Rooster Decanter and the 170th Anniversary Edition Legacy Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Both debut at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, September 10–13, 2026. The Rooster Decanter (SRP

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