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.

Gary Mills Global Brand Ambassador Loch Lomond & Glen Scotia
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374: From Campbeltown to the Highlands: Bourbon Lens Unlocks the Secrets of Glen Scotia and Loch Lomond

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As American whiskey enthusiasts increasingly look across the pond for complex flavor profiles, Bourbon Lens recently sat down with Gary Mills, Global Brand Ambassador for Loch Lomond Group, to decode the mystery of two of Scotland’s most innovative distilleries: Glen Scotia and Loch Lomond. The conversation highlights a major shift in how bourbon drinkers are

Lux Row Estate Bourbon on a barrel
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Lux Row Distillers Unveils “Grain-to-Glass” Lux Row Estate Bourbon

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New 5-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon features corn grown onsite at the Bardstown distillery. BARDSTOWN, KY (March 12, 2026) – Lux Row Distillers is proud to announce the release of Lux Row Estate Bourbon, a landmark “grain-to-glass” expression. This 5-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon is crafted using #2 yellow corn grown directly on the distillery’s 11-acre estate—the

Lady Bird from Garrison Brothers set on a barrel
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Garrison Brothers Announces 2026 Lady Bird Bourbon: A Honey-Infused, Cognac-Finished Tribute

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HYE, TEXAS (March 10, 2026) – Garrison Brothers Distillery, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, has officially unveiled the 2026 release of its award-winning Lady Bird Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This year’s launch includes the return of the fan-favorite infusion and, for the first time, an ultra-limited Lady Bird Cask Strength Single

Lost Lantern Spring 2026 Collection
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Lost Lantern Debuts Spring 2026 Collection: A High vs. Low Proof Whiskey Exploration

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VERGENNES, VT (March 10, 2026) — Lost Lantern, the award-winning independent bottler of American whiskey, officially announces its Spring 2026 Collection. This curated release dives into the “High vs. Low Proof” debate, featuring a mix of powerhouse “hazmat” whiskies (140+ proof) alongside meticulously proofed, approachable spirits. The collection marks a milestone for the Vermont-based bottler

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Kavalan Honors Its Roots with U.S. Launch of Award-Winning “LÁN” Single Malt

Kavalan Honors Its Roots with U.S. Launch of Award-Winning “LÁN” Single Malt Read Post »

SAN FRANCISCO (March 10, 2026) – Today, acclaimed Taiwanese distillery Kavalan, in partnership with importer Hotaling & Co., announced the nationwide U.S. release of Kavalan LÁN Single Malt Whisky. Arriving in key markets on May 1, 2026, this new expression serves as a liquid tribute to Yilan (Kavalan’s birthplace) and the orchid—lán hua—the floral symbol

Remus Experimental 2 with a glass
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Remus Bourbon Unveils First-Ever Wheat Whiskey: Master Distiller Experimental Series No. 2

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LAWRENCEBURG, IN (March 10, 2025) – Remus Bourbon, the award-winning brand produced at the historic Ross & Squibb Distillery, has announced the highly anticipated release of Remus Master Distiller Experimental Series No. 2. This launch marks a significant milestone for the brand as its first-ever straight wheat whiskey. Following the gold-medal success of Series No.

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