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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Frey Ranch Unveils the New 100% Unmalted Barley Whiskey

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Frey Ranch unveils new 100% Unmalted Barley Whiskey. FALLON, NV (February 21, 2025) – Whiskey lovers, get ready for a one-of-a-kind tasting experience as Frey Ranch® Distillery introduces Frey Ranch 100% Barley Whiskey, the latest addition to its Single Grain Series. This groundbreaking release is the first-ever unmalted barley whiskey from the farm-to-glass distillery, delivering […]

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Marlene Holmes Becomes First Female U.S. Distiller in Whiskey Magazine Hall of Fame

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Marlene Holmes Becomes First Female U.S. Distiller in Whiskey Magazine Hall of Fame Read Post »

Check out the Bourbon Lens interview with Marlene before the awards: BLANCO, Texas (February 14, 2025) – Marlene Holmes, master distiller of Milam & Greene Whiskey, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone as one of the first American women—and the only female distiller in the U.S.—to be inducted into Whisky Magazine’s Hall of Fame. Recognized as

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Frey Ranch Joins University of Kentucky’s Estate Whiskey Alliance®

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Frey Ranch Joins University of Kentucky’s Estate Whiskey Alliance® Read Post »

Estate Whiskey Alliance® adds Frey Ranch as one of it’s newest members. Fallon, NV (February 13, 2025) – Frey Ranch Distillery proudly announces its partnership with the University of Kentucky’s Estate Whiskey Alliance® (EWA), reinforcing its commitment to local sourcing, sustainability, and farm-to-glass whiskey production. As one of the few true estate distilleries in the

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Barrel King and Mash & Drum’s Jason Callori Partner to Launch Drum Key Spirits

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Barrel King and Mash & Drum’s Jason Callori Partner to Launch Drum Key Spirits Read Post »

Barrel King and renowned whiskey expert Jason Callori of Mash & Drum have joined forces. They have launched Drum Key Spirits. This is an exclusive new whiskey brand dedicated to crafting exceptional small-batch and single barrel releases. BOURBON, Mo., Feb. 13, 2025 – Barrel King is proud to announce an industry-first collaboration with Jason Callori,

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Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. Unveils New Toasted Rye Whiskey

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Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. Unveils New Toasted Rye Whiskey Read Post »

LOUISVILLE, KY (February 2025) – Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company, a family-owned and operated craft distillery, is proud to announce the release of Peerless Toasted Rye Whiskey. Batch 1 will launch on March 15, 2025, at 10 a.m. at the Peerless Distillery, located at 120 North 10th Street, Louisville, KY. Following the distillery release, Toasted Rye

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Bruce Joseph Retires as Master Distiller of Hotaling & Co. After 45 Years in Craft Spirits

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Bruce Joseph Retires as Master Distiller of Hotaling & Co. After 45 Years in Craft Spirits Read Post »

Bruce Joseph retires after 45 years of shaping American craft spirits—his legacy lives on at Hotaling & Co. SAN FRANCISCO, February 12, 2025 – After nearly 45 years of shaping the American craft brewing and distilling industries, Bruce Joseph will officially retire and transition into the role of Master Distiller Emeritus and distillery consultant for

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