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Scott Dilley is the co-host and co-founder of Bourbon Lens, the weekly podcast for people who actually love bourbon. A Kentucky native with an unrelenting passion for American whiskey, Scott has spent over seven years tasting, debating, and deep-diving into everything the bourbon world has to offer — from everyday sippers to the most elusive allocated releases in the country. With more than 380 episodes recorded alongside Jake Lewellen, Scott brings sharp tasting notes, honest opinions, and an infectious enthusiasm for the glass in front of him. Equal parts historian, critic, and enthusiast, Scott's mission is simple — help bourbon lovers everywhere drink better.

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Buffalo Trace Launches Elmer T. Lee 40th Anniversary Edition Bourbon with New Lottery System

Buffalo Trace Launches Elmer T. Lee 40th Anniversary Edition Bourbon with New Lottery System Read Post »

This is the First Uncut, Unfiltered Elmer T. Lee Bourbon in 40 Years. Buffalo Trace Distillery is marking 40 years of Elmer T. Lee Bourbon with the release of the Elmer T. Lee 40th Anniversary Edition, the first-ever uncut and unfiltered expression of Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel Bourbon. The limited release is presented at

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2XO Whiskey Announces Rapper’s Delight: The Hip-Hop Blend With The Sugarhill Gang

2XO Whiskey Announces Rapper’s Delight: The Hip-Hop Blend With The Sugarhill Gang Read Post »

Dixon Dedman’s Seventh Collectibles Series Release Celebrates an Iconic Hip-Hop Classic. 2XO Whiskey and American whiskey blender Dixon Dedman have teamed up with The Sugarhill Gang for “Rapper’s Delight” – The Hip-Hop Blend, the seventh release in 2XO’s Collectibles Series. Inspired by the group’s influential 1979 single “Rapper’s Delight,” the new bourbon will be available

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Kentucky Bourbon Festival Announces 2027 Dates; September 16-19, 2027

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Fifth consecutive sellout prompts save the date for next year. The Kentucky Bourbon Festival has announced that its 2027 event will take place September 16-19 in Bardstown, Kentucky, the Bourbon Capital of the World. The annual festival brings bourbon enthusiasts from around the world to Kentucky during National Bourbon Heritage Month to celebrate the history,

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Van Winkle Family Announces 2026 Whiskey Collection

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Six Highly Allocated Bourbons and Rye Return for the Annual Van Winkle Release. The Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery and Buffalo Trace Distillery have announced the 2026 Van Winkle Whiskey Collection, bringing six highly limited bourbon and rye expressions back to retailers across the United States. The annual collection spans ages from 10 to 23

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Brown-Forman Just Revived Kentucky Boy Bourbon to Honor Chris Morris’ 50-Year Legacy

Brown-Forman Just Revived Kentucky Boy Bourbon to Honor Chris Morris’ 50-Year Legacy Read Post »

Historic Brand Returns for Limited Release Celebrating Master Distiller Emeritus. Brown-Forman has revived its historic Kentucky Boy brand with a limited, one-time bourbon release honoring Master Distiller Emeritus Chris Morris and his 50-year career with the company. Kentucky Boy was created by Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall and Old Forester Assistant Master Distiller Caleb

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The Boss Hog XIII: WhistlePig Creates Rye Whiskey Inspired by Ancient Egypt

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The Boss Hog XIII: The Golden Pharaoh Takes Inspiration From Ancient Egypt. The latest installment in WhistlePig’s collectible Boss Hog series draws inspiration from Ancient Egypt with a rye whiskey finished in barrels seasoned with Egyptian black honey and tiger nuts. WhistlePig Whiskey is taking its annual Boss Hog series in a new direction with

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