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.

Bourbon and Whiskey News

“Fire, Water & Grain: The Story of Empire Rye” Whiskey Documentary Releases June 14

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Bourbon Lens Thoughts: Recently, we were approached by the Balas Brothers regarding their project documenting the remarkable origin story of a (once “underground”) whiskey movement occurring in New York State. The film, entitled “Fire, Water & Grain: The Story of Empire Rye” tells a cohesive story of the secretive and collaborative efforts of two handfuls […]

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Rob Riggle is the Master Distiller for Fireball’s New Barrel-Aged Cinnamon Whisky

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Gift givers ready to stir up Father’s Day by saying “f(ireball) that” to boring presents dad doesn’t really want (looking at you, grill sets, socks, and ties) – listen up! Fireball is setting those predictable options ablaze by offering something sure to make Father’s Day 2023 one to remember… introducing Fireball Dragon Reserve, the first-ever, limited-edition, bourbon

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Daniel Weller 1794 Bourbon is the Latest Bourbon to Hunt

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Bourbon Lens Thoughts: Buffalo Trace Distillery just announced an extension of its Weller Wheated Bourbon lineup. And, if previous Weller releases are any indication, then the bourbon hunting craze is about to commence for this one. Daniel Weller 1794 honors the Great Grandfather of William Larue Weller and features Emmer Wheat, an ancient Egyptian grain.

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Off Hours with Bourbon Lens Featuring Conor Daly

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[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/27054591/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] In this week’s episode of Off Hours with Bourbon Lens, Jake and Jake sit down with IndyCar and NASCAR race car driver Conor Daly.  Conor shares about his love for racing, bourbon, and living in the moment.  When you are racing at over 200

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229: Monkey 47 Gin: Distilling in the Black Forest of Germany

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[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/27037374/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] In celebration of all things spirits and World Gin Day on June 10th, we have a special guest this week. We are joined by Alexander Stein, Founder of Monkey 47, to talk about a different type of distilled spirit; Gin.  While gin may be

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Bib & Tucker Bourbon Introduces New ‘Double Char’ Release

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Bib & Tucker Small Batch Bourbon is proudly announcing the release of Bib & Tucker Double Char Bourbon. Inspired by the turn of the century, when food was cooked on the open flame, this new bourbon is aged twice to create savory smoky notes and an exceptionally smooth finish. Bib & Tucker Double Char is first aged for six years

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