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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Spirits Industry Veteran Appointed to Lead Broken Barrel Whiskey Company

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Big news today for long-time friend and multi-appearance guest of the podcast, Seth Benhaim. Seth is the Founder of Infuse Spirits Group, parent company of Broken Barrel Whiskey Company. Infuse announced today that Simon Burch will join the company as a major shareholder, CEO, and member of the Executive Board of Directors. Simon is a […]

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222: Art of Alchemy Blended Spirits

222: Art of Alchemy Blended Spirits Read Post »

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/26558757/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] The Co-Founder of Art of Alchemy Blended Spirits joins us today to talk about Blend No. 1.  Mac Macsovits discusses the origins of Art of Alchemy and how they fit into the American Whiskey landscape as independent blenders and bottlers. This blend is a

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221: Protecting Your Whiskey Collection with BAXUS

221: Protecting Your Whiskey Collection with BAXUS Read Post »

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/26485722/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 Todd Wiesel, Founder and CEO of BAXUS.  We discuss whiskey collecting, spirits investing, and how BAXUS is seeking to be the leading platform to buy, sell, and invest in rare spirits. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app

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220: Jack Daniel’s and Its Rise in American Pop Culture

220: Jack Daniel’s and Its Rise in American Pop Culture Read Post »

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/26417079/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] Nelson Eddy rejoins Bourbon Lens for a “Part 2” episode on all things Jack Daniel’s.  You will recall Eddy’s last appearance back on Episode 202 when we discussed the legends and lore behind the brand.  As we teased in that episode, Eddy joins us

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John Lunn, Master Distiller at Sazerac’s A&J Bond Distillery, Has Passed

John Lunn, Master Distiller at Sazerac’s A&J Bond Distillery, Has Passed Read Post »

The Sazerac Company announced that John Lunn, Master Distiller at its A&J Bond Distillery in Tennessee, has died. Lunn’s distilling career spans 20 years; he was just 53 years old when he passed away unexpectedly on March 30, 2023. John earned his Bachelor’s Degree in chemical engineering from Vanderbilt University.  He began his distilling career

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Castle & Key Distillery Opening Satellite Shop in Downtown Louisville

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The Historic Castle & Key Distillery is set to open a satellite cocktail bar and gift shop in Downtown Louisville. The new location is known as Castle & Key 502 and it will be located at Omni Hotel. According to Castle & Key, this will expand the distillery’s reach in on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

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