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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PaPaw’s Ridge Launches as New Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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PaPaw’s Ridge, a new whiskey brand from Shelbyville, Kentucky, has announced the release of its debut expression, PaPaw’s Ridge Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Founded by the Nethery family, the brand pays tribute to their patriarch, Roy “PaPaw” Nethery, a lifelong Shelby County farmer. The bourbon is available now in Florida, with wider U.S. distribution set […]

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Bulleit Launches New “Doing Over Dreaming” Brand Campaign

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New Bulleit Campaign is Rooted in Restless Creation Since the launch of Bulleit Bourbon in 1987, the brand has emphasized innovation with its high-rye mash bill. Bulleit Rye was later developed in collaboration with bartenders who sought a bold rye-forward whiskey. The company states, “We put their dreams into action and created our 95% Rye

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Beam Announces New Release of Baker’s 13-Year-Old Single Barrel Bourbon

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Beam Announces New Release of Baker’s 13-Year-Old Single Barrel Bourbon Read Post »

A Limited-Edition Extra-Aged Expression Baker’s Bourbon has announced the release of Baker’s 13-Year-Old Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey for 2025. Baker’s 13 is a limited-edition bottling that highlights how time and warehouse location influence each barrel’s unique profile. Distilled and Aged for Depth of Flavor Baker’s base bourbon is distilled to a lower proof, then

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Buzzard’s Roost Distillery Introduces New Cigar Blend Bourbon

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Buzzard’s Roost Unveils Limited Cigar Blend Bourbon Ahead of Kentucky Bourbon Festival New Expression Builds on Popular Cigar Rye Release Buzzard’s Roost Distillery has announced the launch of its newest limited-time offering, Cigar Blend Bourbon. The release follows the success of the brand’s Cigar Rye, which sold out quickly, and is designed to pair well

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Zero Tariffs on Bourbon in Canada, Kentucky Distillers Respond and Rejoice

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Zero Tariffs on Bourbon in Canada, Kentucky Distillers Respond and Rejoice Read Post »

The Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) has responded to the recent decision by Canadian leadership to reinstate zero tariffs on Kentucky Bourbon. In an official statement, KDA President Eric Gregory said, “We applaud Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to restore reciprocal zero-to-zero tariffs for Kentucky Bourbon and many other remaining goods covered under the USMCA. We

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Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One™ Team Announce Two New Limited-Edition Whiskies

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Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One™ Team Announce Two New Limited-Edition Whiskies Read Post »

Glenfiddich has unveiled two new limited-edition single malt Scotch whiskies in collaboration with the Aston Martin Formula One™ Team. The Glenfiddich 16-Year-Old and Glenfiddich 19-Year-Old will launch globally in September 2025 as part of the brands’ multi-year partnership. The release is designed to reflect the shared values of heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation that unite the

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