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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Whisk(e)y Lens Debuts ‘The Ultimate Guide to Scotch’ for Bourbon Enthusiasts

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Whisk(e)y Lens Debuts ‘The Ultimate Guide to Scotch’ for Bourbon Enthusiasts Read Post »

Bourbon Lens officially expands its horizon with the launch of its inaugural Whisk(e)y Lens guide: The Ultimate Guide to Scotch Whisky: Regions, Types, and Tasting Tips. Designed specifically for the American whiskey palate, this guide deconstructs the “Smoky Myth” and highlights the symbiotic relationship between Kentucky’s rickhouses and Scotland’s distilleries. With over 90% of Scotch […]

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A New Riff on Malt: New Riff Unveils 2026 Single Malt Whiskey Featuring Heirloom Barley and Kentucky Traditions

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A New Riff on Malt: New Riff Unveils 2026 Single Malt Whiskey Featuring Heirloom Barley and Kentucky Traditions Read Post »

NEWPORT, KY (May 8, 2026) – Award-winning New Riff Distilling has announced the fourth installment of its acclaimed Single Malt Whiskey. The 2026 expression is the distillery’s most intricate blend to date, featuring some of their oldest malt stocks and the debut of Chevallier, a rare 19th-century British heirloom malt variety. Standing as a pioneer

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Derby City Gaming Unveils First Turn Rye: A Rare 114.4 Proof Kentucky Straight Rye

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Derby City Gaming Unveils First Turn Rye: A Rare 114.4 Proof Kentucky Straight Rye Read Post »

LOUISVILLE, KY (April 30, 2026) — Derby City Gaming & Hotel has announced the official release of First Turn, the second expression in its prestigious Thoroughbred Collection from Oliver’s Chop House & Bourbon Bar. Following the successful 2024 debut of Starting Gate, this newest release is a single barrel, barrel-strength Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey designed

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Four Branches Bourbon Wins FOX Business National Award; Debuts New Kentucky Straight ‘Founders Reserve’

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Four Branches Bourbon Wins FOX Business National Award; Debuts New Kentucky Straight ‘Founders Reserve’ Read Post »

BARDSTOWN, Ky. (May 6, 2026) — Four Branches Bourbon, the first spirits company founded by veterans of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines, has been named a winner in the Fox Business “Made in America” Small Business Contest. This national recognition celebrates the brand’s veteran leadership and its commitment to purpose-driven American manufacturing. Coinciding

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PRETTY IN PINK: Chattanooga Whiskey Unveils Strawberry Infused Gin Liqueur Supporting Women in Distilling

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PRETTY IN PINK: Chattanooga Whiskey Unveils Strawberry Infused Gin Liqueur Supporting Women in Distilling Read Post »

CHATTANOOGA, TN (May 7, 2026) – Chattanooga Whiskey, the 2026 Whisky Magazine Craft Producer of the Year, has announced the latest release from its award-winning Experimental Series: Batch 048: Strawberry Infused Gin Liqueur. Developed by Head Distiller Tiana Saul in collaboration with the Pink Boots Society, this vibrantly hued spirit is designed to inspire and

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The “Whiskey-Drinker’s Tequila” – A Deep Dive into Tears of Llorona

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The “Whiskey-Drinker’s Tequila” – A Deep Dive into Tears of Llorona Read Post »

LOUISVILLE, KY – As the boundary between whiskey collectors and agave spirits continues to blur, Bourbon Lens is proud to present an inside look at Tears of Llorona, an Extra Añejo tequila that is redefining the “luxury” category. Crafted by Master Distiller is Enrique Fonseca Tears of Llorona is a masterclass in patience. While industrial

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