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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Moët Hennessy and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter Launch New Whisky – SirDavis

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Beyoncé and Moët Hennessy craft new SirDavis, an Award-Winning Whisky Redefining American Tradition AUGUST 20, 2024 – In a pioneering collaboration, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and Moët Hennessy have unveiled SirDavis, a revolutionary new whisky set to redefine American spirits. This joint venture marks a first-of-its-kind partnership between the global luxury brand and the cultural icon, reflecting […]

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Bardstown Bourbon Co. Expands Core Lineup with High Wheat Bourbon

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Bardstown Bourbon Company expands its core lineup with the highly anticipated High Wheat Bourbon, a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey that joins the award-winning Origin Series. Featuring an exceptional 39% wheat mashbill, this new release exemplifies Bardstown’s innovative approach to bourbon-making. Aged for 6 years and presented at 106 proof, High Wheat Bourbon offers a rich

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New Cognac Finished Wheat Whiskey From Old Elk – Yes, Please!

New Cognac Finished Wheat Whiskey From Old Elk – Yes, Please! Read Post »

Old Elk Distillery Introduces Cognac Cask Finish Straight Wheat Whiskey to its Renowned Cask Finish Series FORT COLLINS, Colo. (August 19, 2024) – Old Elk Distillery is thrilled to announce the latest addition to its acclaimed Cask Finish Series: the Cognac Cask Finish Straight Wheat Whiskey. This innovative release features Old Elk’s award-winning Straight Wheat

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Old Forester Unveils a 12-Year Birthday Bourbon for 2024

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Old Forester Unveils the 2024 Birthday Bourbon: A 12-Year-Old, 107 Proof Masterpiece LOUISVILLE, KY (August 15, 2024) – Old Forester is thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated return of its most prestigious and limited-edition expression, the 2024 Birthday Bourbon. This year’s release is a 12-year-old bourbon bottled at 107 proof, hand-selected by Master Distiller Emeritus Chris

Sazerac Company’s award-winning lineup from the 2024 American Whiskey Masters, featuring the Master medalists Thomas S. Moore Cabernet Sauvignon Finished Bourbon and 1792 Aged 12 Years.
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Sazerac Company Scores Highly At 2024 American Whiskey Masters

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LOUISVILLE, KY (August 5, 2024) – The Sazerac Company, one of the world’s leading privately-owned distilled spirits companies, has achieved remarkable success at The Spirits Business’ 2024 American Whiskey Masters, securing a total of 27 medals. This prestigious competition recognized the excellence of Sazerac’s diverse whiskey portfolio, awarding two top-tier Master medals and an impressive

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