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366: From r/bourbon to Middleburg Barrel Company with Jay West (T8ke)

366: From r/bourbon to Middleburg Barrel Company with Jay West (T8ke) Read Post »

In this episode of The Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake and Scott welcome Jay West, widely known in the bourbon community as T8ke, and now the Principal Whiskeymaker at Middleburg Barrel Company. Jay joins the show to discuss his unique path through the whiskey world—from the early days of Reddit’s r/bourbon community, to his work with Whiskey Raiders, and into his current role […]

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Casey Jones Distillery Acquired by B3 Beverage Company

Casey Jones Distillery Acquired by B3 Beverage Company Read Post »

Casey Jones Distillery Joins the B3 Beverage Company Family. B3 Beverage Company announced that Casey Jones Distillery of Hopkinsville, Kentucky has joined its growing portfolio of independent beverage producers. The move marks B3’s continued expansion into distilled spirits and adds a heritage-driven Kentucky distillery to a platform built around craftsmanship, people, and manufacturing expertise. With the addition

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Traveller Whiskey NASCAR Paint Scheme Leak Hints at New “Full Proof” Release

Traveller Whiskey NASCAR Paint Scheme Leak Hints at New “Full Proof” Release Read Post »

New Decal on JR Motorsports No. 40 Chevrolet Points to 121-Proof Line Extension. A social media post from JR Motorsports, Chris Stapleton, Dale Earnhardt Jr., and driver Justin Allgaier has sparked fresh speculation in both the NASCAR and whiskey worlds. The video, shared on X.com, unveiled the updated 2026 Traveller Whiskey NASCAR paint scheme—and may

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End of an Era: Kentucky Owl Faces Liquidation After Chapter 7 Conversion

End of an Era: Kentucky Owl Faces Liquidation After Chapter 7 Conversion Read Post »

Kentucky Owl LLC Enters Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Kentucky Owl LLC, the whiskey brand owned by Stoli Group, has entered Chapter 7 liquidation. Stoli Group announced that both Kentucky Owl LLC and Stoli Group USA, LLC filed motions to convert their existing Chapter 11 cases into Chapter 7, transferring control to a court-appointed trustee who will oversee the liquidation of assets

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Old Forester History Takes Center Stage in New Whiskeyland Documentary

Old Forester History Takes Center Stage in New Whiskeyland Documentary Read Post »

New documentary chronicles the 156-year history of Old Forester. Produced by the Balas Brothers of Brooklyn, the film features rare archival footage and interviews that provide an in-depth look at the legacy of one of America’s oldest whiskey brands. Film Release Coincides With the Return of Old Forester 1924 The documentary’s release aligns with the

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Knob Creek and Eli Manning Unveil Bold Pick: 2026 Batch Cask Strength Bourbon

Knob Creek and Eli Manning Unveil Bold Pick: 2026 Batch Cask Strength Bourbon Read Post »

Knob Creek has announced the release of Knob Creek® Single Barrel Select Cask Strength Bourbon, Eli Manning’s Bold Pick: 2026 Batch, the brand’s second limited-edition barrel release tied to its season-long partnership with football legend Eli Manning. Timed to coincide with the culmination of the 2025–2026 football season, the cask-strength bourbon is now available nationwide for

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