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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Western Kentucky Distilling Begins Whiskey Production at Its New $30 Million Facility

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Distilling Begins at New $30 Million Kentucky-Owned Distillery, Bringing Jobs and Quality Bourbon and Rye Whiskey to Western Kentucky; Expects to Open to Visitors in Future The Western Kentucky Distilling Co. today announced the grand opening of its new $30 million, state-of-the-art distillery in Beaver Dam, Kentucky. The 100% Kentucky-owned distillery, not yet open for […]

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New Riff Drops a Pair of 8 Year Old Whiskeys

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New Riff Drops a Pair of 8 Year Old Whiskeys Read Post »

The 100% Malted Rye and Wheated Bourbon join the distillery’s “High Note” Limited Edition Collection lineup this fall New Riff has announced the dual release of two 8-year-old whiskeys, the oldest released by the distillery to date. These older expressions of both their award-winning 100% Malted Rye and an inspired Wheated Bourbon join the distillery’s

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Fighting 69th Launches New Limited Release – Single Malt Irish Whiskey

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Fighting 69th Launches New Limited Release – Single Malt Irish Whiskey Read Post »

Fighting 69th Irish Whiskey, named for New York’s famed 69th Infantry Regiment, will be rolling out its Single Malt Irish Whiskey just in time for Veterans Day. Fighting 69th Irish Whiskey was launched in late 2019 and has proven to be a  favorite among members of the armed forces, veteran’s organizations, Irish organizations, and lovers of fine Irish

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Woodford Reserve’s New Master’s Collection is Sonoma Triple Finish

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Woodford Reserve’s New Master’s Collection is Sonoma Triple Finish Read Post »

Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall has released the 19th edition in the series, bourbon finished in Pinot Noir, Brandy, and former Bourbon barrels used to age red wine The result is a whisky that brings together the worlds of bourbon and wine in a way unlike any we’ve released before.  Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall Woodford Reserve

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New Tequila Aged in Knob Creek Rye Whiskey Barrels

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El Tesoro’s “The Mundial Collection” Celebrates Craftsmanship by Partnering with World Class Distillers from Around the World Fans who share a love of Knob Creek Rye Whiskey and Añejo Tequila are in for a treat thanks to Beam Suntory’s large spirits portfolio. Mexico’s La Alteña Distillery has partnered with Knob Creek to age their premium

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Brown-Forman Unleashes a Monster, 16 Year “King of Kentucky” Bourbon

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Brown-Forman Unleashes a Monster, 16 Year “King of Kentucky” Bourbon Read Post »

The 2023 Edition marks the 6th year for the revived King of Kentucky Bourbon brand King of Kentucky, a super-premium straight bourbon, is returning this year with the release of its sixth edition. Hitting shelves mid-October, the limited-edition expression will mark the sixth anniversary for the brand. The 2023 expression is a 16-year-old Kentucky Straight

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