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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Jim Beam Introduces New Batch of Lineage: A 15 Year Kentucky Bourbon

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Jim Beam has unveiled Lineage Batch #2, a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey crafted by 7th and 8th Generation Beam family Master Distillers, Fred and Freddie Noe. This premium expression represents a true father-son collaboration and is available exclusively at The James B. Beam Distilling Co. campus in Clermont, Kentucky. According to the brand, “Lineage is […]

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Back by Popular Demand: Knob Creek® Reintroduces Bourbon x Rye

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James B. Beam Distilling Co. is bringing back its fan‑favorite Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye Kentucky Blended Straight Whiskey to the brand’s award‑winning portfolio. A Blend of 9 Year Bourbon & 7 Year Rye The returning expression combines two core aged components: Knob Creek® 9 Year Old Bourbon and Knob Creek® 7 Year Old Rye.

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Bib & Tucker Launches Gold Roast Bourbon: New Coffee-Infused Whiskey

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Bib & Tucker Launches Gold Roast Bourbon: New Coffee-Infused Whiskey Read Post »

Coffee and Bourbon Collide in New Signature Release Featuring a 6-Year Bourbon, Finished with Muletown Coffee Roasters’ Beans. Bib & Tucker Small Batch Bourbon has announced the national launch of Gold Roast Bourbon, a new year-round expression that merges Tennessee bourbon tradition with roasted Arabica coffee. The 6-Year bourbon, finished using a proprietary cold extraction

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339: Heaven Hill’s Old Fitzgerald 7 Year and 9 Year Bottled-in-Bond

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339: Heaven Hill’s Old Fitzgerald 7 Year and 9 Year Bottled-in-Bond Read Post »

In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake and Scott sit down to explore two highly anticipated Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond releases from Heaven Hill Distillery. The featured bourbons include: We taste and discuss both expressions, breaking down tasting notes, bottle presentation, and how these latest releases fit into the growing Old Fitzgerald lineup. Special thanks to

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Peerless Toasted Rye Batch 2 Launches Nationwide

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Peerless Toasted Rye Batch 2 Launches Nationwide Read Post »

Wider Distribution Announced Following March 2025 Debut. Louisville-based Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. has officially announced the nationwide release of Peerless Toasted Rye Batch 2, starting July 12, 2025. This marks a broader rollout following the limited release of Batch 1 in March. The product builds on the momentum of Peerless’s previous limited-edition toasted releases and

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The Perfect Fifth Releases Rare Whisky Distilled in 1973, Bottled at 50-Years-Old

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The Perfect Fifth Releases Rare Whisky Distilled in 1973, Bottled at 50-Years-Old Read Post »

New Summer Drop Includes Rare Single Grain Scotch and Transatlantic American Whiskey. Independent bottler The Perfect Fifth has announced two limited-edition releases for Summer 2025: a rare 50-Year-Old Single Grain Scotch from the long-closed North of Scotland Distillery and a 15-Year-Old Single Barrel American Whiskey under the brand’s Canongate label. Both whiskies are now available

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