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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Kentucky Bourbon Distillery Losing Its Master Distiller and Head Blender

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Maker’s Mark Managing Director, Rob Samuels, announced today that its Master Distiller Denny Potter and Head Blender Jane Bowie are leaving the company on September 2, 2022. Details are scarce at this point, however, look for additional news on a future project involving these two bourbon icons. Samuels stated in the Maker’s Mark newsletter that […]

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189: Balcones Distilling Setting The Standard For Texas Whisky

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189: Balcones Distilling Setting The Standard For Texas Whisky Read Post »

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/24186234/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] We’re talking Texas Whiskey with Balcones Distilling.  Balcones is located in Waco Texas and is known as the producer of “The Original Texas Whisky”.  We’re excited to discuss what makes Texas unique; it’s definitely more than its hot weather too.  We’re joined by Gabe

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Campari Group Makes Bold Move with Howler Head Whiskey

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Campari Group Makes Bold Move with Howler Head Whiskey Read Post »

Campari Group Acquires an Initial Minority Interest in Catalyst Spirits’ Howler Head Bourbon Brand Together With Exclusive Global Distribution Rights Campari Group has announced the signing and simultaneous closing of an agreement with Catalyst Spirits to acquire an initial 15% interest in Howler Head Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey with Natural Banana Flavor with a medium

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Off Hours with Bourbon Lens Episode 10: Sam Montgomery from Bardstown Bourbon Co.

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Off Hours with Bourbon Lens Episode 10: Sam Montgomery from Bardstown Bourbon Co. Read Post »

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/24144279/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] We’re back for Episode 10 of “Off Hours with Bourbon Lens” featuring Sam Montgomery, National Brand Ambassador for Bardstown Bourbon Company. Find out what keeps Sam motivated and how she finds time to relax between her travels and her daily efforts to elevate Bardstown

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188: High West Distillery Discusses Their Whiskey Lineup

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[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/24123501/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] Jake sits down with one of his favorite brands to talk with High West Distillery’s Brendan Coyle.  Brendon, Master Distiller, talks about High West’s evolving core lineup and limited release schedule.  What makes High West Whiskey unique and why does it have a cult-like

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