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 Debuts First West Explorer Featuring 100% In-House Distilled Bourbon

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15 STARS Debuts First West Explorer Featuring 100% In-House Distilled Bourbon Read Post »

First West Explorer is the fourth expression in the company’s First West bourbon collection and introduces 15 STARS’ proprietary baby black corn mashbill. The new release joins First West Small Batch, First West Toasted Oak, and First West Extra Aged, while marking a major milestone as the brand’s first bourbon produced entirely from in-house distilled

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Evan Williams Launches Official America250 Bourbon Collection

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Evan Williams Launches Official America250 Bourbon Collection Read Post »

Evan Williams has announced a new lineup of officially licensed America250 commemorative bourbon releases celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. The limited-edition bottles will begin arriving at retailers nationwide in May 2026 ahead of the country’s Semiquincentennial celebration in July. Produced by Heaven Hill Distilleries, the commemorative collection highlights the historical connection between Evan

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Ole Smoky Expands Beyond Tennessee With New Myrtle Beach Distillery and Brewery

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Ole Smoky Expands Beyond Tennessee With New Myrtle Beach Distillery and Brewery Read Post »

The new destination is located at Broadway at the Beach and is scheduled to officially open May 20, 2026. Ole Smoky Distillery and Yee-Haw Brewing Co. announced the opening of a new joint entertainment venue in Myrtle Beach, marking the first collaborative location for the two brands outside of Tennessee. According to the companies, the

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Three Rare Old Fitzgerald Bourbons From Max Shapira Collection Up for Auction at Sotheby’s

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Three Rare Old Fitzgerald Bourbons From Max Shapira Collection Up for Auction at Sotheby’s Read Post »

The Old Fitzgerald Archival Collection from Max Shapira Auction Benefit Bernheim Forest. Old Fitzgerald announced that three historic bourbons from the personal archive of Heaven Hill Executive Chairman Max Shapira will be offered through a forthcoming Sotheby’s whisky auction. The collection, titled The Old Fitzgerald Archival Collection from Max Shapira, includes bottles spanning pre-Prohibition production

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Seagram’s 7 Crown Introduces Limited-Time Apple Pie Whiskey Ahead of Summer

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Seagram’s 7 Crown Introduces Limited-Time Apple Pie Whiskey Ahead of Summer Read Post »

Seagram’s 7 Crown has announced the launch of Seagram’s 7 Crown Apple Pie, a new limited-time seasonal flavored whiskey set to arrive nationwide in June 2026. The release is positioned as a summer-focused extension of the brand’s American blended whiskey portfolio and will be available at a suggested retail price of $11.99. According to the

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Maker’s Mark Launches Red, White, & Blue Wax-Dipped Bourbon for America’s 250th Anniversary

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Maker’s Mark Launches Red, White, & Blue Wax-Dipped Bourbon for America’s 250th Anniversary Read Post »

The bottle will become available June 1 at select retailers across the United States. Maker’s Mark announced a limited-edition bourbon bottle commemorating America’s 250th anniversary. The release features the brand’s signature red wax dip accented with white wax and a blue version of the Maker’s Mark seal. The limited-edition release will support the Farmer Veteran

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