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.

New Riff High Note 10 year bourbon and rye whiskey with a glass poured
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Review: New Riff 10-Year-Old High Note Bourbon and Rye

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Craft whiskey is officially growing up. For years, the major complaint facing newer craft distilleries was that their portfolios lacked the deep maturation of legacy brands. However, Northern Kentucky’s New Riff Distilling is flipping the script with its latest limited-edition drop: the 10-Year-Old High Note Bourbon and Rye releases. As double-digit age statements finally arrive […]

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Mugen Spirit Unleashes “Oni”: First Small Batch, Barrel Proof Kentucky Bourbon

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LOUISVILLE, KY (June 2026) — Today, Louisville-based bourbon innovator Mugen Spirit announced the release of Oni (鬼), the third major expression in its highly acclaimed Yokai Series. Marking the brand’s first-ever small-batch blended line, Oni is a barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon that channels the primal, chaotic energy of Japan’s most fearsome supernatural beings. Arriving this June,

Frey Ranch 10 Year on the Frey Ranch Farm!
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Frey Ranch Distillery Drops Oldest High Desert Release: 10-Year-Old Bourbon

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FALLON, NV (June 2, 2026) — Today, farm-to-glass pioneer Frey Ranch® Distillery unveiled its oldest age statement whiskey to date: Frey Ranch 10-Year-Old Bourbon, Batch #1. Already a Double Platinum Medal winner at the 2026 ASCOT Awards, this historic release marks the oldest whiskey ever distilled and aged in the Northern Nevada High Desert. The

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Russell’s Reserve Honors Eddie Russell’s 45-Year Legacy with Cinematic Documentary and Return of 13-Year-Old Bourbon

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Russell’s Reserve Honors Eddie Russell’s 45-Year Legacy with Cinematic Documentary and Return of 13-Year-Old Bourbon Read Post »

The highly allocated Spring 2026 return of the 13 Year Old features a commemorative label and rare 18-year-old honey barrels. LAWRENCEBURG, KY — Award-winning bourbon producer Russell’s Reserve has announced a multi-part liquid and cinematic celebration honoring Hall of Fame Master Distiller Eddie Russell’s 45th anniversary with Wild Turkey Distilling Co. The milestone is highlighted

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Sazerac Reveals AJ Bond Tennessee Whiskey in Historic First for Spirits Giant

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LA VERGNE, TN – Sazerac is officially entering the Tennessee Whiskey category with the launch of its highly anticipated flagship brand, AJ Bond Tennessee Whiskey. Crafted by Master Distillers Allisa Henley and the late John Lunn, this inaugural release marks a monumental shift for Sazerac (the parent company behind Buffalo Trace, Weller, and Pappy Van

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Four Roses Debuts Anthology Series With Oldest Release in Brand History

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Four Roses’ New Anthology Series Launches with Chapter One: Origin. LAWRENCEBURG, KY – Four Roses Distillery has officially announced the launch of Anthology, a highly anticipated ultra-premium annual series of rare, limited-edition expressions. Each release in the collection will tell a distinct chapter of the distillery’s 138-year legacy. Inaugurating this landmark series is Chapter One:

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