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.

Dan Callaway, Master Blender at Lofted Spirits, with Bardstown Bourbon and Green River Whiskey bottles.
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Dan Callaway Receives New Title: Master Blender of Lofted Spirits

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Dan Callaway A Visionary Leader for Lofted Spirits LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 13, 2025) — Lofted Spirits has announced the promotion of Dan Callaway to Master Blender, recognizing his pivotal role in the company’s whiskey innovation. Previously the Vice President of Product Development at Bardstown Bourbon Company, Callaway now takes on a broader leadership position, shaping […]

New Pursuit United Bourbon and Rye bottles with redesigned packaging on Whiskey Row, Louisville.
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Pursuit Spirits Unveils Bold New Bourbon and Rye Expressions

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Pursuit Spirits Expands Pursuit United Line with New Proofs and Packaging New Expressions for Every Whiskey Lover LOUISVILLE, KY (May 7, 2025) — Pursuit Spirits, the whiskey brand behind the popular Bourbon Pursuit podcast, has announced an exciting expansion of its Pursuit United portfolio. The brand introduces two new proof points—an approachable 88 proof and

Bartenders at Camp Runamok 2025 exploring bourbon education in Kentucky.
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Camp Runamok 2025: Bartenders Dive into Bourbon Country Magic

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Camp Runamok 2025 Marks Its 14th Year in Bourbon Country A Bourbon Education Like No Other Lebanon Junction, KY — (May 12, 2025) — Camp Runamok is back for its 14th year, inviting bar professionals nationwide to two immersive weeks of bourbon education, community-building, and Kentucky hospitality. The 2025 sessions will take place at Camp

Bernie Lubbers, Heaven Hill Whiskey Ambassador Emeritus, with bourbon bottle.
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Heaven Hill Honors Bernie Lubbers as Whiskey Ambassador Emeritus

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Heaven Hill Celebrates Bernie Lubbers’ Legacy as Whiskey Ambassador Emeritus – Stay Bonded A New Chapter for a Whiskey Legend BARDSTOWN, KY — (May 1, 2025) — Heaven Hill Brands proudly honors Bernie Lubbers, who transitions from his role as National Whiskey Ambassador to Whiskey Ambassador Emeritus effective May 1, 2025. Known as The Whiskey

Hatozaki Triple Cask Reserve whisky bottle, Japanese Umeshu cask finish.
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Hatozaki Triple Cask Reserve: Japan’s Newest Whisky Gem

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Hatozaki Whisky Unveils Triple Cask Reserve: A Permanent Addition to Its Premium Portfolio A New Era for Hatozaki Whisky New York, New York – (April 16, 2025) — Hatozaki Whisky proudly introduces Hatozaki Triple Cask Reserve, a sophisticated new expression crafted by Master Distiller and Blender Kimio Yonezawa. Now available across the U.S. for a

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The Glenrothes 15: A Bold New Single Malt Joins the Portfolio

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The Glenrothes Introduces The 15: A Permanent Star in Its Prestigious Whisky Lineup A New Milestone for The Glenrothes The Glenrothes proudly announces the arrival of The 15, a boldly balanced single malt now available across the U.S. for a suggested retail price of $100. This 15-year-old whisky is a permanent addition to The Glenrothes’

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