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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Independent Bottler Announces New 14-Year American Whiskey Aged in Scotland

Independent Bottler Announces New 14-Year American Whiskey Aged in Scotland Read Post »

New “Canongate Series” release from The Perfect Fifth was distilled in Bardstown in 2009 and aged 3 years in Kentucky before 11 years in Scotland. Fast Facts on Canongate 14 Year: Full Press Details: NEW YORK (March 6, 2024) – The Perfect Fifth, an American independent Scotch Whisky bottler known for its rare, ultra-premium single cask Scotch […]

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Old Forester Releases 117 Series: High Angels’ Share Batch 3

Old Forester Releases 117 Series: High Angels’ Share Batch 3 Read Post »

Bottled at 110 proof, the expression is full-bodied with dark flavor notes, dried fruits and herbaceous qualities. Fast Facts about Batch 3 High Angels’ Share: Full Details on the Release: Old Forester® has announced the release of the 3rd batch of its High Angels’ Share, an expression from its celebrated 117 series. This limited-edition Kentucky

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A Tribute to Prohibition Era Doctors: “Ten Day Bourbon” Reviewed

A Tribute to Prohibition Era Doctors: “Ten Day Bourbon” Reviewed Read Post »

The name “Ten Day” is a salute to the doctors and dentists of the Prohibition era who wrote ten-day prescriptions for whiskey to care for their patients Founded by three doctors with a passion for bourbon, Ten Day Bourbon pays tribute to those medical professionals who kept the spirit of bourbon alive during United States’

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Kentucky Peerless Introduces New Toasted Bourbon

Kentucky Peerless Introduces New Toasted Bourbon Read Post »

Batch 1 is set to release at the Peerless Distillery in Downtown Louisville on March 16th. The Louisville-based distillery has announced the upcoming release of Peerless Toasted Bourbon – Batch 1. The release will take place at 10:00 am on March 16th at the Peerless Distillery located at 120 North 10th Street. Toasted Bourbon will then

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Woodford Reserve Bourbon “Adorned In Roses” By Artist For 150th Kentucky Derby

Woodford Reserve Bourbon “Adorned In Roses” By Artist For 150th Kentucky Derby Read Post »

As the Presenting Sponsor of the Kentucky Derby® 150, Woodford Reserve’s Derby bottle has been an annual collector’s item since 1999. This year’s special release celebrates the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby® and features the artwork of Kentucky native Wylie Caudill, known for his bold, repetitive patterns, and his signature roses. His painting, “Adorned in Roses,” depicts

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New Book is an Adventure in Search of Dusty Booze

New Book is an Adventure in Search of Dusty Booze Read Post »

Dusty Booze: In Search of Vintage Spirits by Aaron Goldfarb releases Tuesday, March 5th. Aaron Goldfarb’s latest book explores the world of vintage spirits, the “dusty hunters” who chase them, and reflects on the history these dusty bottles reveal. Bourbon Lens has followed the work of Aaron Goldfarb for several years and even featured his

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