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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349: Best Sub-$50 Kentucky Bourbons & Kentucky Bourbon Festival Recap

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349: Best Sub-$50 Kentucky Bourbons & Kentucky Bourbon Festival Recap Read Post »

In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake and Scott recap their time at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, sharing highlights from the annual celebration of Bourbon in Bardstown, Kentucky. From new releases to conversations with fellow enthusiasts, the festival once again showcased why Bourbon continues to thrive as Kentucky’s signature industry. The conversation then turns to

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Liberty Pole and Dad’s Hat Unite for Limited Barrel-Strength Rye Whiskey

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Liberty Pole and Dad’s Hat Unite for Limited Barrel-Strength Rye Whiskey Read Post »

A First-of-Its-Kind Collaboration Liberty Pole Spirits of Washington, PA, and Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye of Bristol, PA, have joined forces to release a unique collaborative blend. The distillery-only bottling unites two barrels—one from each producer—showcasing Pennsylvania’s long-standing rye whiskey tradition. Details of the Release The whiskey is bottled at 119.6 proof and priced at $79.99

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Suntory Unveils Toki Black, New Smoky & Rich Japanese Whisky

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Suntory Unveils Toki Black, New Smoky & Rich Japanese Whisky Read Post »

A New Expression with a Smoky Hakushu Influence Suntory has announced the release of Toki Black Blended Japanese Whisky, an expression that introduces Hakushu Peated Whisky and Hakushu Grain Whisky into the award-winning Toki blend. According to Suntory, this addition imparts “a gentle yet lingering smokiness and richness that evokes the atmosphere of vinyl listening bars.”

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Basil Hayden’s New Campaign Challenges Conventional Stereotypes of Whiskey

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Basil Hayden’s New Campaign Challenges Conventional Stereotypes of Whiskey Read Post »

New Creative Direction for Basil Hayden “Challenges the Conventional Stereotype of Whiskey as Dark, Brooding and Complex.” Basil Hayden has announced the debut of a new creative campaign titled “The One With the Belt.” The campaign highlights Basil Hayden’s copper and silver belt packaging and aims to expand perceptions of what bourbon can be. Challenging Bourbon Traditions

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Tamworth Distilling Expands with $2.4M Barrelhouse Ahead of 10th Anniversary

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Tamworth Distilling Expands with $2.4M Barrelhouse Ahead of 10th Anniversary Read Post »

Phase One of $10 Million Expansion Completed Tamworth Distilling, based in Tamworth, New Hampshire, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the completion of the first phase of a $10 million expansion. The $2.4 million project includes a new barrelhouse and the acquisition of 105 acres of additional farmland. Plans call for three more barrelhouses, a

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Elijah Craig Introduces First-Ever Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey

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Elijah Craig Introduces First-Ever Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey Read Post »

Debut of a New Barrel Proof Expression for Heaven Hill Distillery. Elijah Craig Bourbon has announced the launch of its first-ever Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey, expanding the brand’s barrel proof and rye whiskey offerings. The inaugural batch will roll out nationwide in late September 2025, marking a major addition to Elijah Craig’s portfolio of premium

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