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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Limited Edition Old Fourth 10 Year Bottled In Bond Reviewed

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The Old Fourth Distillery is making waves following its acquisition by Shortbarrel, with their release of two highly anticipated 10-year bourbons. Today, we’re diving into the Old Fourth Distillery 10 Year Bottled in Bond. At a competitive price point of $80, this bourbon offers a mix of herbal and traditional bourbon characteristics, all within the […]

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Purdue For Life Bottle Crafted By Brush Creek Distillery

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Brush Creek Distillery honors their heritage with Purdue for Life limited bottling. (Saratoga, Wyo.) – October 15, 2024 – Brush Creek Distillery, a leading small-batch craft distillery located within the Brush Creek Ranch in Wyoming, has announced the release of a special-edition Straight Bourbon Whiskey in collaboration with the Purdue for Life Foundation. This limited

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Old Potrero Christmas Spirit: A Whiskey To Bring Holiday Cheer

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Old Potrero Christmas Spirit is a twist on their exceptional pot still rye whiskey. This 12 year whiskey is distilled from a legendary Christmas Spiced Ale. This aged spirit will cost $139.99, which is an incredible value for such a well-aged craft whiskey. Will you be getting into the Holiday Spirit with Old Potrero Christmas

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New Limited Edition Merch From WHITESPACE x High West

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WHITESPACE x High West Distillery Unveil Limited-Edition Merch Collaboration for “Protect the West” WHITESPACE is the innovative brand by 5-time Olympic snowboarder Shaun White. It has teamed up with High West Distillery. Together, they launched an exclusive, limited-edition merch collection with a purpose. Announced just in time for the season, 20% of proceeds from this

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The Historic Maison Courvoisier Completes Massive Restoration

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Are you planning on making a trip to Jarnac, France anytime soon? Well, if you are you will not want to miss the opportunity to see the massive restoration of Maison Courvoisier. This stunning restoration will leave you speechless. Read the full press release below. Press Release JARNAC, France (Oct. 15, 2024) — Maison Courvoisier,

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Yellowstone Bourbon 2024 Bourbon Giftpack: A Holiday Exclusive

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Are you looking to get ahead of your holiday shopping for your favorite bourbon lover? No worries Yellowstone Bourbon’s 2024 Bourbon Giftpack has you covered. This giftpack consist of three 375 ml bottles. Yellowstone Select, Toasted and Rum Finish will make for trio of bourbon’s that will be to to impress. Press Release Yellowstone Bourbon

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