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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Uncle Nearest Introduces ‘Single Barrel Showdown’ Competition

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Uncle Nearest Introduces ‘Single Barrel Showdown’ Competition Read Post »

The ‘Single Barrel Showdown: America’s Choice’ Public Vote Opens Today, With the Chance to Also Win a Two Night Trip to Tennessee Today, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, the most-awarded Bourbon and American Whiskey of 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, announced that it will begin distribution of its highly sought-after Single Barrel Whiskey this fall. The rollout will kick off with […]

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Old Forester Releasing New, Limited Bottled in Bond Bourbon

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Old Forester Releasing New, Limited Bottled in Bond Bourbon Read Post »

Bottled in Bond marks the latest installment in the 117 Series, a limited-expression lineup that debuted in Spring 2021 and focuses on innovation and experimentation. Louisville, KY, July 18, 2023 – Today, Old Forester® announces the newest release in its 117 series – Bottled in Bond. In accordance with the 1897 Bottled in Bond Act, this

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235: Discovering Clyde May’s Alabama-Style Whiskey

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235: Discovering Clyde May’s Alabama-Style Whiskey Read Post »

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/27383031/height/100/width//thumbnail/yes/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1085999/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] This week, we’re joined by L.C. May, the youngest grandson of brand namesake Clyde May, and Roy Danis. Roy is the President and CEO of Conecuh Brands LLC.  We discuss the Conecuh Brands portfolio, including Clyde May’s Whiskey. Stream this episode on your favorite

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Heaven Hill Distillery To Invest $800,000 In West Louisville

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Heaven Hill Distillery To Invest $800,000 In West Louisville Read Post »

Company’s “Spirited Neighbor Initiative” focused on pillars of education, mental health, and economic development Heaven Hill Brands recently detailed plans to invest $800,000 in the California neighborhood in West Louisville, where the company operates the Bernheim Distillery at 1701 W. Breckenridge Street. The company’s “Spirited Neighbor Initiative,” consists of long-term investments in non-profit partnerships and

Bottle of Bourbon Whiskey in Colorado barrel house.
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291 Colorado Whiskey Has Announced A New Wheated Bourbon

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291 Colorado Whiskey Has Announced A New Wheated Bourbon Read Post »

Sounds like candy in a bottle! The newest experimental batch of Distillery 291’s “E” Series was just announced. And if the distillery’s preliminary tasting notes are any indication, this 4-grain blend of wheated bourbons is going to be a candy-lover’s dream. For full details on the blend and details on availability, check out the full

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