Author name: Bourbon Lens Team

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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287: James B. Beam is Flexing its Muscles in the Whiskey World

287: James B. Beam is Flexing its Muscles in the Whiskey World Read Post »

Tasting 3 recent releases from Beam, including Little Book Chapter 08, Booker’s Springfield Batch, and the new 7 Year Jim Beam Black. Jake and Scott share a few pours of whiskey in this week’s “Hosts-Only” podcast episode of Bourbon Lens.  We discuss all things Beam and the powerhouse that is The James B. Beam Distilling […]

Peated American Whiskey, Peated Whiskey, Bourbon, Whiskey, Shelter Whiskey
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Shelter Distilling Introduces its New Embers Peated Whiskey

Shelter Distilling Introduces its New Embers Peated Whiskey Read Post »

Embers Peated Whiskey combines peated malted barley with pure High Sierra snowmelt, resulting in a rich, smoky flavor perfect for summer adventures. Fast Facts – Embers Peated Whiskey from Shelter Distilling: Mammoth Lakes, California (July 10, 2024)—As the snow melts in Mammoth Lakes, it paves the way for thru-hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail and

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Old Forester Introduces New Addition to the 117 Series: Rum Finish

Old Forester Introduces New Addition to the 117 Series: Rum Finish Read Post »

Rum Finish marks the latest expression in Old Forester’s 117 Series, which launched in 2021. Fast Facts about the 117 Rum Finish: Full Details on the Release: Louisville, KY, July 10, 2024 – Today, Old Forester® releases its latest expression in the 117 Series: Rum Finish.  Historically, commercial trade on the Ohio River brought a variety of cask-aged spirits

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286: Whiskey Del Bac – Arizona Whiskey Born in the Sonoran Desert

286: Whiskey Del Bac – Arizona Whiskey Born in the Sonoran Desert Read Post »

We’re talking American Single Malt Whiskey in this week’s podcast featuring Whiskey Del Bac. So sit back, buckle in, and listen to the newest episode of the Bourbon Lens. Mark Vierthaler, Head Distiller for Whiskey Del Bac, joins Bourbon Lens to talk Single Malt.  Whiskey Del Bac is known for its mesquite style of American

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Williams Racing F1 Launches Limited Edition Coachbuilt Whisky

Williams Racing F1 Launches Limited Edition Coachbuilt Whisky Read Post »

Coachbuilt Whisky and Williams Racing announce the inaugural release of their co-branded, limited-edition series of whiskies that pay homage to Williams Racing and its rich heritage. The debut spirit is an 18-Year-Old Blended Scotch Whisky clocking in at 48% ABV and aged in a mix of ex-Sherry and ex-Bourbon casks. This dynamic collaboration brings together

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Boulder Spirits Announces its Cask Strength Bourbon for 2024

Boulder Spirits Announces its Cask Strength Bourbon for 2024 Read Post »

The 2024 edition of Cask Strength Bourbon bears an age statement of 7 years, clocks in at 128.4 proof, and is a marriage of 15 barrels. Fast Facts about Boulder Cask Strength 2024: Full Details on the Release: Perhaps the most highly anticipated Colorado whiskey to be bottled this year now has a release date.

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