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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The Macallan Celebrates James Bond with Diamonds Are Forever 18-Year-Old Single Malt

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Limited-Edition Scotch Celebrates James Bond’s Cinematic Legacy The Macallan has unveiled The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release, a limited-edition single malt Scotch whisky commemorating the 55th anniversary of the James Bond film Diamonds Are Forever. The release continues the creative collaboration between The Macallan and the James Bond franchise, following the brand’s James Bond 60th […]

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King of Kentucky Introduces Small Batch Collection Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary

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King of Kentucky has announced a line extension for 2026. Brown-Forman has announced the King of Kentucky Small Batch Collection in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the United States. The limited-edition release marks a notable evolution for the brand, which has traditionally been offered as a highly sought-after single barrel expression. Founded in 1881

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Barrell Craft Spirits Sells Jeffersontown Facility to American Craft Bottling

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Barrell Craft Spirits Sells Jeffersontown Facility to American Craft Bottling Read Post »

Independent Blender Consolidates Operations to Support Long-Term Growth Barrell Craft Spirits® (BCS) announced the sale of its blending and bottling facility in Jeffersontown, Kentucky, to American Craft Bottling. The transaction, completed January 30, 2026, reflects a strategic shift as the award-winning independent blender adapts its operations to meet future market needs. Financial terms of the

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Garrison Brothers Announces Its First Bottled-in-Bond Texas Bourbon

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Garrison Brothers Announces Its First Bottled-in-Bond Texas Bourbon Read Post »

A Milestone Bottled-in-Bond Release from Texas Distillery. Garrison Brothers Distillery has announced the release of its first-ever Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, marking a significant milestone for the Texas-based producer. Distilled in Fall 2019 and aged for six years, the new release becomes the 10th bourbon in the Garrison Brothers portfolio. The 100-proof expression is made from Texas-grown grains and proofed with Hill

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Jim Beam & Kenan Thompson “Refresh Your Season” Campaign Debuts New Cocktail Kit

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Jim Beam & Kenan Thompson “Refresh Your Season” Campaign Debuts New Cocktail Kit Read Post »

Exclusive Jim Beam & Lemonade Kit Targets Disappointed Football Fans; Dropping Online January 29th. Jim Beam recently launched its 2026 postseason campaign, “Refresh Your Season,” encouraging football fans to embrace losses by turning “lemons into Jim Beam & Lemonade.” The initiative is led by comedian and actor Kenan Thompson and builds on the brand’s 2025

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Rebel Bourbon & NASCAR’s Richard Childress Racing Extend Partnership for 2026

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Rebel Bourbon & NASCAR’s Richard Childress Racing Extend Partnership for 2026 Read Post »

The Bardstown, Kentucky–based brand will remain the official bourbon of RCR and a multi-race primary sponsor of Kyle Busch and the No. 8 Chevrolet. Rebel® Bourbon has announced the continuation of its partnership with Richard Childress Racing (RCR) for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. “Rebel Bourbon celebrates real rebels like Kyle Busch whose rowdy spirit and fearless, unconventional approach to racing

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