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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Stitzel-Weller Debuts New, Distillery-Exclusive Series with Stitzel Reserve 24-Year Bourbon

Stitzel-Weller Debuts New, Distillery-Exclusive Series with Stitzel Reserve 24-Year Bourbon Read Post »

Stitzel-Weller Distillery has announced the launch of Stitzel Reserve, a new series of rare, distillery-exclusive releases, beginning with a 24-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This inaugural offering marks the start of a limited collection that will showcase some of the most aged and carefully preserved barrels from the iconic distillery. Originally opened in 1935, Stitzel-Weller […]

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334: Inside Maker’s Mark: Legacy, Innovation, and the Creation of Star Hill Farm Whisky

334: Inside Maker’s Mark: Legacy, Innovation, and the Creation of Star Hill Farm Whisky Read Post »

In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake and Scott take the podcast on the road to Loretto, Kentucky, home of the iconic Maker’s Mark Distillery. Recorded on-site, we sit down with Dr. Blake Layfield, Master Distiller, and Beth Buckner, Lead Blender, to dive deep into the storied past and exciting future of the Maker’s Mark

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Woodinville Launches New Whiskey: 8 Year, 100% Rye

Woodinville Launches New Whiskey: 8 Year, 100% Rye Read Post »

New Release Rye Whiskey Available at the Distillery on Saturday, June 7. Woodinville Whiskey Company has announced the release of its oldest rye expression to date—Woodinville 100% Rye Aged 8 Years. The new release will debut on Saturday, June 7, with the first 500 bottles available exclusively at the distillery at 7:00 a.m. National distribution

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Redemption Whiskey Adds to “Ancients Series” with New 18-Year-Old Bourbon

Redemption Whiskey Adds to “Ancients Series” with New 18-Year-Old Bourbon Read Post »

Redemption Whiskey has officially announced the release of Redemption 18-Year-Old Bourbon, the latest addition to its limited Ancients Series collection. Aged for nearly two decades and bottled at 103.4 proof, the new expression will be available beginning June 15, 2025, via pre-order on ReserveBar.com and in select markets. Only 2,400 bottles are being produced. A

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Luca Mariano to Host Grand Opening of New Distillery on June 13th

Luca Mariano to Host Grand Opening of New Distillery on June 13th Read Post »

Luca Mariano Distillery Celebrates Grand Opening in Danville, Kentucky Luca Mariano Distillery has announced the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its 553-acre bourbon estate, set to take place at 4:00 PM on Friday, June 13, 2025. Located in Danville, Kentucky, the opening marks a significant milestone for the brand. Additionally, Luca Mariano announced a

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Central Standard Will Expand Distillery Operations to Harley-Davidson’s Historic Campus

Central Standard Will Expand Distillery Operations to Harley-Davidson’s Historic Campus Read Post »

Central Standard Craft Distillery has announced it will relocate and significantly expand its main distillery operations to the historic Harley-Davidson campus in Milwaukee’s Near West Side. The move will see Central Standard acquire a 73,000-square-foot refurbished space to house full-scale production, a tasting room, public tours, private events, and additional job opportunities. A groundbreaking ceremony

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