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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Louisville-Based Distillery, Copper & Kings, Lands New Owner

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Bourdon Spirits Company Acquires American Brandy Distillery, Copper & Kings, from Constellation Brands. Bourdon Spirits Company, a newly-formed Louisville-based spirits company, has officially acquired Copper & Kings American Brandy Company from Constellation Brands. The acquisition, finalized on August 5, 2025, marks a new chapter for the nationally recognized Copper & Kings brand and in the future of

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Kentucky Bourbon Festival Looks Ahead to Milestone Anniversary in 2026

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Kentucky Bourbon Festival Looks Ahead to Milestone Anniversary in 2026 Read Post »

This Can’t-Miss Bourbon Festival is Scheduled for September 10–13, 2026, in Bardstown, Kentucky. The Kentucky Bourbon Festival will return to Bardstown from September 10–13, 2026, marking its milestone 35th anniversary. Held during National Bourbon Heritage Month, the annual event continues to draw bourbon fans from across the globe to the Bourbon Capital of the World

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National Bourbon Week Returns to Bardstown for 3rd Straight Year

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National Bourbon Week Returns to Bardstown for 3rd Straight Year Read Post »

Weeklong Celebration of Bourbon is Planned for June 14-21, 2026 in Bardstown. Bardstown, Kentucky — the Bourbon Capital of the World® — will once again host National Bourbon Week™ from June 14-21, 2026, marking the third annual installment of the event. Timed to begin on National Bourbon Day, the celebration will unite bourbon fans for

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Jim Beam’s New Sunshine Blend Bourbon Has Brown Rice Twist

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Jim Beam’s New Sunshine Blend Bourbon Has Brown Rice Twist Read Post »

New Expression from Jim Beam Blends Tradition with Innovation. Jim Beam has introduced a new whiskey expression: Jim Beam® Sunshine Blend Bourbon. This release combines the brand’s 225 years of bourbon-making tradition with a modern twist, blending 65% of its flagship 4-year bourbon with 35% brown rice bourbon. The resulting product is crafted to offer a

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342: Sizzling New Whiskey Releases of Summer 2025

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342: Sizzling New Whiskey Releases of Summer 2025 Read Post »

This week on Bourbon Lens, Jake and Scott dive into the wave of exciting whiskey releases that have dropped during the summer of 2025. From heritage distilleries to rising craft brands, the whiskey and bourbon world has been anything but quiet. We kick things off with Starlight Distillery’s milestone 10-Year Bourbon, their oldest bourbon release

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341: Introducing Bourbon Community Pick #1 from High Bank Distillery

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341: Introducing Bourbon Community Pick #1 from High Bank Distillery Read Post »

Bourbon Community Pick #1: Whiskey War Barrel Select with High Bank Distillery Goes On Sale Monday, August 4th. In this episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake and Scott unveil Bourbon Community Pick #1, a special collaboration featuring Whiskey War Barrel Select from High Bank Distillery. This unique bottling marks the launch of an exciting

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