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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Kentucky Bourbon Hall Fame Announces New 2024 Inductees

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Fast Facts on 2024 Inductees to Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame Inductees Announced FRANKFORT, KY. – The Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame has unveiled its distinguished class of 2024, celebrating individuals who have made transformative contributions to the bourbon industry. This year’s inductees include trailblazers and innovators who have […]

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E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey is Sure to WOW

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FRANKFORT, KY (June 27, 2024) – Buffalo Trace Distillery proudly announces the release of Colonel E. H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey, a new uncut, unfiltered rye recipe bourbon. This limited-edition whiskey joins the esteemed Colonel E. H. Taylor, Jr. Collection and is bottled at a robust 126 proof. Crafted with the highest standards

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10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirits Co. Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Release

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Vail, CO – June 26, 2024 – As 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirits Co. approaches its 10th anniversary, the renowned distillery is excited to announce a series of special whiskey releases and events to commemorate this significant milestone. In collaboration with Rob Dietrich, Master Distiller of Metallica’s Blackened Whiskey, and 10th Mountain’s own Master Distiller

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New Riff Announces 10th Anniversary Release of “Headliner” Whiskey

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Newport, KY (June 26, 2024) – New Riff Distilling proudly announces the release of the Headliner special edition bourbon to mark its 10th anniversary. The distillery will also host a 10-day lineup of events starting in July. This inaugural Headliner release features the distillery’s first batches of bourbon, now aged 10 years, and will become

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Old Potrero Re-Releases Toasted Barrel In Time For July 4th

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Fast Facts – Old Potrero Toasted Barrel Whiskey SAN FRANCISCO (June 25, 2024) – Born and bred in San Francisco since 1993, Old Potrero is recognized as the first American craft whiskey in the U.S. post-Prohibition. San Francisco’s artisanal spirits producer, Hotaling & Co., announces the reintroduction of Old Potrero 18th Century Style Whiskey, now

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