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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Buffalo Trace has a Vodka and It’s Now the Official Vodka of WWE’s Wrestlemania XL

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Buffalo Trace has a Vodka and It’s Now the Official Vodka of WWE’s Wrestlemania XL Read Post »

Wheatley Vodka from the famed Buffalo Trace Distillery is the namesake of Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley Sports Business Journal first reported that TKO Holdings, the sports entertainment conglomerate behind both UFC and WWE, has signed a deal with The Sazerac Company and Wheatley Vodka. Sazerac’s Buffalo Trace Distillery is the producer of Wheatley Vodka, named after […]

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Ohio Distillers Guild Launches New “Ohio Distillery Trail”

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Ohio Distillers Guild Launches New “Ohio Distillery Trail” Read Post »

Set to launch on May 22 to celebrate National Craft Distillery Day, the Ohio Distillery Trail will showcase the artistry, innovation, and dedication of the state’s distillers The Ohio Distillers Guild just unveiled the highly anticipated Ohio Distillery Trail, an immersive experience that celebrates the rich heritage and craftsmanship of Ohio’s vibrant distilling community. This

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Blanton’s Gold Barrel Charity Sweepstakes Drives $1M Donation to St. Jude

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Blanton’s Gold Barrel Charity Sweepstakes Drives $1M Donation to St. Jude Read Post »

The bourbon community contributed the $1 million donation in just two weeks’ time. Sazerac Barrel Select (SBS), Sazerac’s single barrel release program, just concluded it’s sweepstakes for the chance to select and purchase a barrel of Blanton’s Gold Bourbon. The Blanton’s Gold Charity Sweepstakes was open to the public, with each entry costing $100. The

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Diageo’s Important Initiative for Glass Recycling Expands to Kentucky

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Diageo’s Important Initiative for Glass Recycling Expands to Kentucky Read Post »

Diageo North America expands ‘Don’t Trash Glass’ partnership to increase glass recycling across strategic regions in the U.S. Diageo North America announces 2.2 million pounds of glass collected in its first-year partnership with ‘Don’t Trash Glass’ in Illinois and is now expanding to the state of Kentucky. ‘Don’t Trash Glass’ is a campaign in collaboration

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

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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

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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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