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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TTB Sets the New Standard for American Single Malt Whiskey

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TTB Sets the New Standard for American Single Malt Whiskey Read Post »

After a decade-long campaign lead by several leading American Single Malt Whiskey producers, the Federal Government’s Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau has issued a new & unique definition within the American Whiskey category. On Friday, December 13, 2024, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) issued its final rule establishing a new American Single […]

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Westward Whiskey Introduces Limited Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish for 2024

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Westward Whiskey Introduces Limited Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish for 2024 Read Post »

This whiskey enjoyed a lengthy two-year secondary maturation in Oloroso Sherry casks to develop toasted, nutty, and autumnal characteristics. Westward Whiskey has unveiled its highly anticipated final club release of 2024, the Westward Whiskey Oloroso Sherry Cask. This exclusive whiskey, finished in French oak casks that once aged sherry from Spain’s renowned Jerez region, offers

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Windsor Canadian Whisky Announces New Premium Release: Windsor Reserve

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Windsor Canadian Whisky Announces New Premium Release: Windsor Reserve Read Post »

Windsor Reserve is offered at a higher proof and features native prairie grains with hints of sherry casks. Windsor Canadian Whisky claims it is “Our Richest Whisky Yet”. Windsor Canadian Whisky recently introduced a premium extension to its line of Canadian Whiskies, the Windsor Reserve. Distilled and bottled at a higher proof of 93.2 (46.6%

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New Batch of Good Deeds Whiskey Supports Diversity in the Spirits Industry

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New Batch of Good Deeds Whiskey Supports Diversity in the Spirits Industry Read Post »

Batch 2 is a collaboration between WhistlePig and Black Button Distillery with 100% of proceeds to benefit STEPUP Foundation, the diversity and inclusion initiative founded by the American Craft Spirits Association. Good Deeds Spirits is set to release its highly anticipated Good Deeds Whiskey (Batch #2), a unique blend of WhistlePig Rye from Shoreham, VT, and Black Button

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Beam Distilling Launches Its New Single Barrel Experience: Beam Private Barrel Club

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Beam Distilling Launches Its New Single Barrel Experience: Beam Private Barrel Club Read Post »

Fans of the iconic James B. Beam Distilling Co. can now select their own private barrel at the Clermont, Kentucky distillery. The James B. Beam Distilling Co. has announced the launch of the Beam Private Barrel Club, offering whiskey enthusiasts at he opportunity to personally select and customize their own single barrel of Knob Creek®

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Wheel Horse Introduces New Five-Year Double Oak Bourbon

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Wheel Horse Introduces New Five-Year Double Oak Bourbon Read Post »

After maturing for over four years in traditional charred oak barrels, the bourbon undergoes a finishing process in new Char 1 barrels with extended air seasoned wood. Bottled at 101 proof and non-chill filtered, the Double Oak Bourbon is priced at $34.99. Wheel Horse Whiskey, distilled at the historic Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro,

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