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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Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged Bourbon is Back and Older than Ever for 2025

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Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged Bourbon is Back and Older than Ever for 2025 Read Post »

A Global Limited Release Showcasing Maker’s Mark’s Oldest Whisky Yet. Maker’s Mark has announced the 2025 release of Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged, a limited global expression featuring the distillery’s oldest whisky to date. Now in its third year, the release blends 11-, 13- and 14-year-old bourbons, aged in the brand’s limestone cellar. “From the beginning, […]

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Knob Creek Teams Up with Eli Manning for New Season of Bold Picks

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Knob Creek Teams Up with Eli Manning for New Season of Bold Picks Read Post »

Knob Creek® has announced the return of its Bold Picks campaign with Eli Manning for the 2025-2026 football season. The collaboration will feature a season-long celebration of fantasy football, complete with Manning’s weekly insights and the launch of a new limited-edition bourbon release. Limited-Edition Cask Strength Bourbon To mark this year’s campaign, Knob Creek® is releasing Knob Creek®

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Old Dominick to Release 8-Year Reserve Bourbon on September 5

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Old Dominick to Release 8-Year Reserve Bourbon on September 5 Read Post »

Old Dominick Distillery has announced the upcoming release of its 8-Year Reserve Bourbon, available beginning Friday, September 5, 2025. The new expression will debut at the distillery’s downtown Memphis tasting room and select retailers across Tennessee and the Southeast, with online shipping available to 42 states. Aged Eight Years, Bottled at 100 Proof The Old

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New, Retro-Inspired Jim Beam Pin Bottle Bourbon Celebrates 230th Anniversary

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New, Retro-Inspired Jim Beam Pin Bottle Bourbon Celebrates 230th Anniversary Read Post »

The bottle will be available exclusively at the distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, beginning August 23, 2025, recognized as “Jim Beam Day.“ The James B. Beam Distilling Co. has announced the release of a new limited-edition expression — the Beam Pin Bottle — in celebration of the company’s 230th anniversary. A Tribute to Historic Decanters The

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Old Forester’s New Birthday Bourbon Uses Sweet Mash Process for First Time in 25 Releases

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Old Forester’s New Birthday Bourbon Uses Sweet Mash Process for First Time in 25 Releases Read Post »

Old Forester Releases 2025 Birthday Bourbon, Bottled at 12 Years Old and 92 Proof. Old Forester announced the 2025 edition of its annual Birthday Bourbon, one of the brand’s most anticipated limited releases. This year’s expression is 12 years old, bottled at 92 proof, and marks a notable departure from tradition with its fermentation process.

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344: Never Say Die Bourbon – From Kentucky Roots to Global Whiskey

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344: Never Say Die Bourbon – From Kentucky Roots to Global Whiskey Read Post »

In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake sits down with Brian Luftman, Co-Founder of Never Say Die Bourbon, to explore the unique story behind the brand. From its Kentucky roots to its transatlantic journey to England, Never Say Die Bourbon combines American craftsmanship with a global perspective. Brian shares the inspiration behind the brand’s name,

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