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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15 STARS Announces Release of New Batches of Bourbon & Rye

15 STARS Announces Release of New Batches of Bourbon & Rye Read Post »

The brand bolsters its whiskey portfolio with an older bourbon and second batch of award-winning rye whiskey The father-son team at 15 STARS teased some exciting new whiskies coming in 2024 during their recent appearance on Bourbon Lens Episode 259. And now, we know which two whiskies will be hitting shelves in early 2024. The […]

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Buffalo Trace Announces 100 Beneficiaries of its New Charitable Initiative

Buffalo Trace Announces 100 Beneficiaries of its New Charitable Initiative Read Post »

Just in time for Bottled-in-Bond Day on March 3, Buffalo Trace Distillery has announced the 100 nonprofit organizations nationwide selected for its “100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities” initiative. First announced in September 2023, Buffalo Trace will donate sets of the Distillery’s finest whiskeys to each chosen nonprofit organization for charitable fundraising initiatives. The contribution is inspired by Colonel

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Frey Ranch Distillery Hits 10 Years, Teases New Special Anniversary Whiskey

Frey Ranch Distillery Hits 10 Years, Teases New Special Anniversary Whiskey Read Post »

“Be good to the land and the land will be good to you.” Frey Ranch, one of the nation’s premier farm-to-glass distilleries, celebrates a milestone 10th Anniversary this year. As huge fans of Frey Ranch Distillery, and even bigger fans of the people behind the brand, Bourbon Lens couldn’t be happier to see their explosive

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District Made Spirits Announces Distillery Closure After 11 Years

District Made Spirits Announces Distillery Closure After 11 Years Read Post »

Washington, DC-based craft distillery, One Eight Distilling has announced its closure. One Eight Distilling is the producer of District Made Spirits. Alex Laufer, Co-Founder and CEO of One Eight Distilling, previously appeared on Episode 227 of Bourbon Lens podcast to tell the story of the distillery and their journey. Alex and his co-founder Sandy Wood

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Don’t Miss Your Chance to Attend Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Attend Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024 Read Post »

The Festival takes place in Bardstown Kentucky on September 13-15, 2024 with tickets going on sale on April 17th The Can’t Miss Bourbon Festival of the year is coming up in September and you don’t want to miss your shot at securing tickets to the weekend. Tickets are expected to sell out yet again! Sign

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267: Catching Up with Chattanooga Whiskey on their Growth and Success

267: Catching Up with Chattanooga Whiskey on their Growth and Success Read Post »

For the first time in 4 years, Chattanooga Whiskey founder Tim Piersant rejoins Bourbon Lens to catch up with the guys. Chattanooga Whiskey is a homegrown company that makes a unique style of whiskey in Tennessee; they call it Tennessee High Malt.  They focus on unique and malted grains for their Mashbills and release a

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