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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Aston Martin F1 and Glenfiddich Bring “Paddock After Dark” to Austin for US Grand Prix

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Aston Martin F1 and Glenfiddich Bring “Paddock After Dark” to Austin for US Grand Prix Read Post »

Exclusive Fan Experience Blends Motorsports, Music, and Single Malt Whisky. As Formula One™ returns to Austin this weekend, the Aston Martin Formula One™ Team and Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky are joining forces for an exclusive fan celebration. The one-night-only “Paddock After Dark” event will take place on Saturday, October 18, from 8:00 PM to 1:00 […]

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352: Craft Distilleries to Watch in 2025 and Beyond

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352: Craft Distilleries to Watch in 2025 and Beyond Read Post »

Jake and Scott turn the spotlight on the craft and independent distilleries making waves across the Bourbon and American Whiskey landscape. From Kentucky to Nevada, Colorado to New York, they highlight more than dozen distilleries to watch in 2025 and beyond — brands that are redefining what it means to craft whiskey in America today.

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Elijah Craig Old Fashioned Week Returns for Sixth Year

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Elijah Craig Old Fashioned Week Returns for Sixth Year Read Post »

Celebration returns October 10–19 with nationwide events and charitable giving Elijah Craig Bourbon has announced the return of Old Fashioned Week, running from October 10 through October 19, 2025. Now in its sixth year, the brand-created celebration honors the timeless Old Fashioned cocktail while supporting hospitality professionals across the country. “Old Fashioned Week is an Elijah

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Four Walls Whiskey Launches New “Pledge to Hang” Campaign, Encouraging Real-Life Connection

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Four Walls Whiskey Launches New “Pledge to Hang” Campaign, Encouraging Real-Life Connection Read Post »

Founders Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day, and Glenn Howerton Encourage America to Reconnect in Real Life. Four Walls Irish American Whiskey, founded by It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia stars Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day, and Glenn Howerton, has announced its new national campaign, “Come on in! Pledge to Hang.” The lighthearted initiative aims to combat what the trio calls America’s

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Copper & Cask Announces Trio of Small Batch Whiskeys for October 2025 Release

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Copper & Cask Announces Trio of Small Batch Whiskeys for October 2025 Release Read Post »

Batches 12, 13, and 14 Each Showcase Distinct Finishes and Expert Blending. Copper & Cask has announced the upcoming release of three new limited-edition expressions in its acclaimed Small Batch Series. Batches 12, 13, and 14 will roll out in early October, offering whiskey enthusiasts a range of bold and complex profiles that highlight the

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Beam Institute Achieves Major Milestone in Hydrogen-Based Whiskey Distillation and Production

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Beam Institute Achieves Major Milestone in Hydrogen-Based Whiskey Distillation and Production Read Post »

Hydrogen-natural gas blend successfully powers spirit distillation in sustainability breakthrough. The University of Kentucky James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits (JBBI), in partnership with the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC), has completed the first phase of a pioneering project exploring hydrogen as a sustainable energy source for the distilled spirits industry. The initiative,

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