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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226: Catoctin Creek Goes All-In On Rye Whiskey

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[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/26831085/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] Our guest is Becky Harris, Co-Founder and Chief Distiller of Virginia’s Catoctin Creek Distilling Co.  We discuss their unique rye whiskey portfolio, including their Roundstone Rye Whiskey lineup. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review […]

Bourbon and Whiskey News

Historic Spoetzl Brewery Announces New Distillery and Shiner Craft Spirits

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The Original Texas Brewery to Distill Craft Spirits – including “Shiner Shine” Corn Whiskey – with Barrel Aged Spirits to Follow The Spoetzl Brewery, the family-owned and independent craft brewer of the iconic Shiner Bock, just announced the addition of a new onsite distillery, the K. Spoetzl Distilling Company, which will distill a line of

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225: How To Have The Ultimate Kentucky Bourbon Trip with Mint Julep Experiences

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[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/26766468/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] About Our Mint Julep Experience: Our episode today is all about our recent experience of being tourists in our own city.  Thanks to Mint Julep Experiences for the opportunity and allowing Bourbon Lens to curate a custom bourbon tour around Louisville. You’ll hear about

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American Single Malt Whiskey Pioneer to Depart Westland Distillery

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Westland Distillery Co-Founder and Master Distiller, Matt Hofmann, announced today via Instagram that he will depart the distillery at the end of June 2023. Though details are sparse currently, we are sure that Hofmann will move onto his next adventure with the same passion he has shown for Westland Distillery and American Single Malt Whiskey.

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Three Chord Bourbon Releases Limited Edition Honey Toasted Whiskey

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Three Chord Bourbon has announced a new, Limited Edition Release for 2023. This time, Three Chord Honey Toasted Whiskey which is composed of Bourbon & Corn Whiskey which has been finished in two different barrel types. To create Three Chord Honey Toast whiskey, its individual whiskey components were blended and aged in toasted barrels from

Chicken Cock Double Oak Kentucky Whiskey
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224: Chicken Cock Unveils New Double Oak Whiskey

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[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/26698164/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] Our guest this week is Will Woodington with Grain & Barrel Spirits. We’ve followed Will for quite a while on social media (you can find him at @MashbillWill and @BondedInBottles on Instagram) and now he’s the National Brand Ambassador for the portfolio of brands.

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