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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Penelope Bourbon Expands Core Series with New Wheated Bourbon

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Penelope Bourbon Wheated Bourbon A Smooth and Approachable Everyday Bourbon at 95 Proof CRESTWOOD, KY (January 28, 2025) – Penelope Bourbon is expanding its award-winning Core Series with the launch of Penelope Wheated Bourbon, a smooth, versatile bourbon crafted for everyday enjoyment. Bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV), this latest release balances affordability and quality, […]

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Buffalo Trace Announces New Experimental Collection

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FRANKFORT, KY (January 29, 2025) – Buffalo Trace Distillery proudly announces the 26th release from its Experimental Collection, titled Spirits Distilled from Grain and Hops. This groundbreaking release demonstrates the distillery’s dedication to innovation by merging whiskey craftsmanship with ingredients typically used in beer production. The result? A unique, hoppy spirit crafted to excite whiskey

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Kentucky Artisan Distillery Launches Clubhouse Barrel Tasting Experience

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Kentucky Artisan Distillery Clubhouse Barrel Tasting: A Rare Opportunity to Taste Bourbon Straight From the Barrel CRESTWOOD, KY (January 28, 2025) – Kentucky Artisan Distillery (KAD), a renowned award-winning contract distiller, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its Clubhouse Barrel Tasting Experience on January 31, 2025. This new addition gives bourbon enthusiasts an

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Lux Row Distillers Expands with Nationwide Release of Small Batch PX Sherry Cask Finish

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Lux Row PX Sherry Finish A Distillery Favorite Goes Nationwide. ST. LOUIS (Jan. 28, 2025) – Lux Row Distillers, based in Bardstown, Kentucky, has announced the national release of its much-anticipated Lux Row Small Batch PX Sherry Cask Finish, expanding its portfolio of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskeys. Previously a distillery exclusive, this unique bourbon will

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Barrell Craft Spirits® Launches New Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon

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Barrell Craft Spirits® Launches New Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon Read Post »

New Barrel Craft Spirits Double Barrel Bourbon Releases Featuring Secondary Maturation Now Available in Select Markets LOUISVILLE, KY (January 28, 2025) – Barrell Craft Spirits® (BCS), the original independent blender of unique, aged, cask-strength whiskey since 2013, has announced its latest creation. They are launching the Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon. This new release builds

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Doc Holliday Releases New Bottled In Bond Bourbon

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World Whiskey Society (WWS), renowned for its ultra-premium portfolio of rare whiskey expressions, proudly announces the launch of its latest release: Doc Holliday Bottled in Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This limited-edition bourbon expands the Doc Holliday portfolio, which already includes 7, 8, 10, 11, and 15-year-old expressions. “It’s a remarkable addition to our portfolio and

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