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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Bushmills Unveils Rare 26-Year-Old Crystal Malt Whiskey in U.S. Market

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A Historic Release from the World’s Oldest Licensed Whiskey Distillery Bushmills Irish Whiskey, the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery, proudly announces the U.S. release of its Bushmills 26 Year Old Crystal Malt. Following a celebrated debut in the UK and EU, this ultra-premium single malt marks a bold innovation in whiskey-making and a milestone in Bushmills’ […]

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MadTree and New Riff Partner to Launch Sway Raven’s Riff Bourbon Highball

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MadTree and New Riff Partner to Launch Sway Raven’s Riff Bourbon Highball Read Post »

NEWPORT, KY – September 9, 2025 — MadTree Brewing and New Riff Distilling have teamed up to release Sway Raven’s Riff, a limited-edition canned bourbon highball available now at all MadTree locations and coming soon to New Riff and select retailers in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. A Bourbon Highball for Every Occasion Sway Raven’s Riff blends New Riff Kentucky Straight Bourbon with soda water, blood orange, and cherry essences,

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Dierks Bentley and ROW 94 Whiskey Launch Hologram Experience at Louisville Airport for Bourbon Heritage Month

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Dierks Bentley and ROW 94 Whiskey Launch Hologram Experience at Louisville Airport for Bourbon Heritage Month Read Post »

LOUISVILLE, KY – September 2, 2025 — ROW 94 Whiskey, founded by country music superstar Dierks Bentley, is teaming up with Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to launch a first-of-its-kind hologram experience this September and October. Beginning Friday, September 12, travelers will be greeted by a life-sized hologram of Dierks Bentley, who will share the story of ROW 94 and direct visitors to

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Jos. A. Magnus Revives Private Cask Program with Rare 10-Year Bourbon in Seguin Moreau Barrels

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Jos. A. Magnus Revives Private Cask Program with Rare 10-Year Bourbon in Seguin Moreau Barrels Read Post »

A Decade in the Making: The Return of the Private Cask Program HOLLAND, Mich., Sept. 9, 2025 — Jos. A. Magnus & Co. proudly announces the revival of its Private Cask Program, featuring a limited release of 10-year-old, cask strength bourbon aged in rare Seguin Moreau barrels. This exclusive offering is crafted from a high-rye mash bill (60% corn, 36%

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Wild Turkey Bourbon Unveils Bold Global Campaign: “When You Know It’s Right, Don’t Change a Damn Thing”

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Wild Turkey Bourbon Unveils Bold Global Campaign: “When You Know It’s Right, Don’t Change a Damn Thing” Read Post »

A Bold Stand Against Trends: Wild Turkey’s New Global Message In a world obsessed with change, Wild Turkey Bourbon is making a bold statement with its new global campaign: “When You Know It’s Right, Don’t Change a Damn Thing.” Directed by Kiku Ohe and developed by GUT New York, the campaign honors the brand’s century-long commitment to

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Purple Toad Winery & Distillery Joins Kentucky Distillers’ Association

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Purple Toad Winery & Distillery Joins Kentucky Distillers’ Association Read Post »

FRANKFORT, Ky. — September 3, 2025 — The Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) proudly welcomes Purple Toad Winery & Distillery of Paducah as its newest member, further strengthening the KDA’s mission to unite global brands and emerging craft distilleries in promoting and protecting Kentucky’s iconic spirits industry. From Winery to Distillery: A Bold New Chapter Located at 4275 Old US Hwy 45

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