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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High West Distillery and Luke Grimes Unite for Conservation

High West Distillery and Luke Grimes Unite for Conservation Read Post »

Don’t miss your opportunity to visit one of my favorite places! High West Distillery and Luke Grimes invite you to a chance to visit Park City, UT. Full details below! PARK CITY, UT – June 20, 2025 – High West Distillery, based in Park City, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with actor and […]

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Russell’s Reserve 13 Returns With New Higher Proof

Russell’s Reserve 13 Returns With New Higher Proof Read Post »

Are you ready for Russel’s Reserve 13 with 9 more proof points? LAWRENCEBURG, Ky., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Russell’s Reserve, an award-winning bourbon brand, announces the highly anticipated return of its fan-favorite Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Old Bourbon. This limited-edition release, batched at a bold 123.8 barrel proof for 2025, will hit shelves later

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Heaven Hill Brands Repeats As Most Awarded Distillery At SFWSC

Heaven Hill Brands Repeats As Most Awarded Distillery At SFWSC Read Post »

It’s hard to debate the success of Heaven Hill Brands when they continue to clean up at San Francisco World Spirits Competition BARDSTOWN, Ky., June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Heaven Hill Brands has been named the Most Awarded U.S. Distillery for the second consecutive year at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The distillery

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Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Single Malt is the New Whiskey from Hawk’s Rock Distillery

Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Single Malt is the New Whiskey from Hawk’s Rock Distillery Read Post »

The Distillery in Ireland Releases Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Single Malt as it’s First Release. The Sazerac Company proudly introduces Garavogue 20 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey, its first release from Hawk’s Rock Distillery. Crafted by Master Blender Helen Mulholland, the first female Master Blender in Irish whiskey history, this limited-edition whiskey reflects

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New Horse Soldier’s Limited-Edition Bottle to Honor U.S. Army’s 250th Anniversary

New Horse Soldier’s Limited-Edition Bottle to Honor U.S. Army’s 250th Anniversary Read Post »

Horse Soldier Limited Edition Honors Army’s 250th Anniversary SOMERSET, Ky., June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Horse Soldier Bourbon, a veteran-owned, award-winning American bourbon, proudly announces the launch of a limited-edition bottle commemorating the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. Bottled at 100 proof, this special release honors the courage and resilience of those who have served our

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The New Class Of Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame Members

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Let us raise a glass to the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame Class of 2025! FRANKFORT, Ky., June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 2025 Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame® celebrates a distinguished class of inductees, including a legislative champion, a trailblazing female entrepreneur, a craft distilling pioneer, a seventh-generation distiller, and a 50-year industry veteran.

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