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.

A view of the Bourbon in Bardstown class from a visitor's perspective.
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Don’t Miss The Last Bourbon In Bardstown Classes of 2025

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Uncover Bourbon’s Legacy with “Bourbon in Bardstown“ The Bourbon Capital Academy invites you to deepen your appreciation for America’s native spirit with its acclaimed “Bourbon in Bardstown” course, now scheduled for the remainder of 2025. Held in the heart of Bardstown, Kentucky—the Bourbon Capital of the World—this two-hour educational experience is the perfect addition to […]

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Wolves and Willett Unveil Exclusive 10-Year Rye Whiskey: A Fusion of Kentucky and California Craftsmanship

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Wolves and Willett Unveil Exclusive 10-Year Rye Whiskey: A Fusion of Kentucky and California Craftsmanship Read Post »

A Rare Collaboration Wolves and Willett 10-Year Rye WhiskeyLOS ANGELES, July 11, 2025 – Wolves, a trailblazing California luxury whiskey brand, has partnered with Kentucky’s iconic Willett Family Estate for a highly anticipated limited-edition release. This exclusive 10-Year Rye Whiskey, the third collaboration between the two brands, is the only product in their series to

New Castle & Key 6 Year Bourbon
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Castle & Key New Award-Winning 6-Year-Old Small Batch Bourbon

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Castle & Key launches new 6-Year-Old Small Batch Bourbon that is winning awards already! FRANKFORT, KY – July 8, 2025 – Castle & Key Distillery, rooted in the storied history of Kentucky whiskey, proudly announces the release of Castle & Key 6-Year-Old Small Batch Bourbon (50.5% ABV, $39.99 SRP, 750ml). This bold, mature expression embodies

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Buffalo Trace Unveils Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Distiller’s Council

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Buffalo Trace Unveils Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Distiller’s Council Read Post »

A Historic Ultra-Premium Bourbon. Buffalo Trace Distillery has introduced Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Distiller’s Council, a limited-edition, ultra-premium Kentucky Straight Bourbon that captures the pioneering spirit of the man who revolutionized American whiskey. This 100-proof bottling, crafted using equipment and techniques originally developed by E.H. Taylor, Jr., is the closest modern recreation of the exceptional

Bottle Hokkaido Mizunara With a glass
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New Bardstown Bourbon’s 2025 Hokkaido Mizunara Oak

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A Global Whiskey Adventure Begins Bardstown Bourbon Company proudly announces the return of its Distillery Reserve series with the Hokkaido Japanese Mizunara Oak Barrel Finish, a limited-edition release launching July 11, 2025. This small-batch whiskey, crafted in Bardstown, Kentucky, blends ancient Japanese tradition with bold American innovation, taking whiskey lovers on a journey from Japan’s

Bottle of Kentucky Owl Bourbon with a glass
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Kentucky Owl Batch #13 Bourbon: John Rhea’s Final Masterpiece

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Kentucky Owl Batch #13 Bourbon: John Rhea’s Final Masterpiece Read Post »

Kentucky Owl Unveils Batch #13 Bourbon BARDSTOWN, Ky., July 1, 2025 – Kentucky Owl®, part of Stoli Group, proudly announces the release of Batch #13, a limited-edition bourbon available nationwide in select locations starting late June 2025. This exceptional expression marks the final blend crafted by Master Blender and Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee

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