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.

Adam and Nora holding 250th bottles
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Lost Lantern Launches the United States of Bourbon, the First-Ever Blend of Straight Bourbon from All 50 States

Lost Lantern Launches the United States of Bourbon, the First-Ever Blend of Straight Bourbon from All 50 States Read Post »

The inaugural release includes a recurring 100 Proof expression, a recurring Cask Strength expression, and a limited 1776 Edition created for America’s 250th anniversary. VERGENNES, VT (June 15, 2026) — Award-winning independent bottler Lost Lantern today announces the launch of the United States of Bourbon, the first-ever blend of bourbon from all 50 states, and […]

Dierks Bentley
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Dierks Bentley and ROW 94 Whiskey Bring Groundbreaking Hologram Experience to Nashville International Airport

Dierks Bentley and ROW 94 Whiskey Bring Groundbreaking Hologram Experience to Nashville International Airport Read Post »

NASHVILLE, TN – June 8, 2026 – ROW 94 Whiskey, founded by Multi-Platinum country music superstar Dierks Bentley, is proud to bring his life-sized hologram to its second airport location – Nashville International Airport®, also known as BNA® – this June and July. Beginning Tuesday, June 2 until Friday, July 31, Bentley’s hologram will welcome

SHĀNG Whisky Dan-Ya and East Meets West
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Where East Meets West: SHĀNG Redefines the Future of Spirits

Where East Meets West: SHĀNG Redefines the Future of Spirits Read Post »

A groundbreaking international collaboration blending ancient Chinese baijiu tradition with American whiskey craftsmanship ELIZABETHTOWN, KY (JUNE 15, 2026) – Creating a spirit born of two worlds, an international partnership is blending two of the oldest and largest spirits categories. Eastern culture meets the West in the new SHĀNG baijiu whiskey line, an innovative new spirit

Bottle of Green River Toasted Sitting on the bar
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Toasted Double Oak Debuts as Inaugural Distillery Select from Green River Distilling

Toasted Double Oak Debuts as Inaugural Distillery Select from Green River Distilling Read Post »

Green River’s Oldest Bourbon to Date Honored with Double Gold at SFWSC OWENSBORO, KY (June 11, 2026) — Green River Distilling Co. will debut its oldest liquid to date with the first in the new limited Distillery Select series, Toasted Double Oak Bourbon. Green River Distillery Select Toasted Double Oak will debut at the Owensboro

Two bottles of OGD 114.
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387: The OGD Evolution: Navigating the History & High Proof of Old Grand-Dad Under Beam

387: The OGD Evolution: Navigating the History & High Proof of Old Grand-Dad Under Beam Read Post »

Old Grand-Dad is a true icon in the world of high-rye bourbons. For generations, the fiery, spicy spirit has been a bartender’s favorite and a go-to for enthusiasts seeking a significant value proposition. But what happens when a classic attempts to rebrand and expand in a market saturated with premium offerings? In our latest podcast,

Michael Swanson, Jake, and Scott Podcast cover for Far North Spirits Podcast
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386: Bourbon Lens Explores the Science of Rye Terroir with Far North Spirits Co-Founder Michael Swanson

386: Bourbon Lens Explores the Science of Rye Terroir with Far North Spirits Co-Founder Michael Swanson Read Post »

LOUISVILLE, KY — The Bourbon Lens podcast has released its latest episode, taking listeners on a deep-dive journey to Minnesota’s Red River Valley to explore how agricultural choices, crop genetics, and soil health directly influence whiskey flavor profiles. Co-hosts sit down with Michael Swanson, co-founder of Far North Spirits, to unpack the craftsmanship and groundbreaking

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