Best Scott Dilley Podcasts (2025)

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332: Celebrating 10 Years of Frey Ranch with the Harvester Series 16:16

7d ago16:16

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In this week’s episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake and Scott raise a glass to Frey Ranch Distillery as they unveil the 10th Anniversary Harvester Series. The duo dives into the history of Frey Ranch, explores the innovation behind this milestone release, and shares stories from years of collaboration and friendship with the Frey Ranch team. L…

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331: RD1 Distillery Has A New Brand Home 25:13

14d ago25:13

25:13

Jake travels down 1-64 to Lexington to see the new RD1 Distillery Brand Home. While there, he sits down with co-founder and National Brand Ambassador Barry Brinegar. Sit back and buckle into the latest episode of the bourbon lens. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you’re there. We are thankful fo…

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330: Unpacking Joseph Magnus with Master Blender Nancy Fraley and CEO Ali Anderson 53:14

21d ago53:14

53:14

In this week’s episode of the Bourbon Lens, Jake sits down with one of the original ultra premium bourbons: Joseph A Magnus. We are joined by CEO of Craft Co Ali Anderson and world renowned blender Nancy Fraley. You won’t want to miss this episode as we unpack the history of Joseph Magnus, Murray Hill Club and the original Cigar Blend. Stream this …

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329: Exploring 3 Unique New Tequila Cask-Finished Whiskeys 30:08

28d ago30:08

30:08

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake and Scott dive into the growing trend of tequila cask-finished American Whiskeys. The conversation highlights three standout new bottles: Angel’s Envy Cellar Collection Vol. 5 Tequila Cask Finish, Blood Oath Pact 11, and Woodinville Tequila Finished Bourbon. It's the perfect podcast to celebrate Cin…

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328: Blood Oath Pact 11 and Lux Row's Journey with John Rempe 23:05

1M ago23:05

23:05

In our latest episode of the Bourbon Lens, Jake travels to Bardstown to sit down with John Rempe, Master Distiller of Lux Row. During the interview the distillery was electric as their Front Row members were awaiting some of the first sips of the new Blood Oath Pact 11 release. Our conversation centered around the new bourbon finished in anejo Tequ…

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327: A Conversation with Tripp Stimson of Barrell Craft Spirits 34:09

1M ago34:09

34:09

In this week’s episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake sits down one-on-one with Tripp Stimson, Chief Whiskey Scientist at Barrell Craft Spirits. This in-depth conversation takes listeners behind the scenes of one of the most innovative non-distilling producers (NDPs) in American whiskey. The Art of Blending at Barrell Craft Spirits Tripp unpacks…

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326: Crafting a Unique Whiskey Blend at J. Mattingly 1845 32:47

2M ago32:47

32:47

In this week’s episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake and Scott take you inside their exclusive VIP private blending experience at J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. From hands-on barrel sampling to creating custom bourbon blends, this immersive experience is a must for any whiskey enthusiast. A special thanks goes out to Amy P…

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325: Building The MACKLOWE Whiskey Brand with Julie Macklowe 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

In this latest episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, Jake sits down with Julie Macklowe, the founder of The MACKLOWE, known as the first luxury American Single Malt Whiskey. During the episode, they taste both the American Single Malt and Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey releases from The MACKLOWE, discussing the unique qualities that set these spirits…

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324: Augusta Distillery and Its Future with Master Distiller Alex Castle 40:18

2M ago40:18

40:18

In this episode of Bourbon Lens, hosts Jake and Scott sit down with Augusta Distillery’s master distiller, Alex Castle. Alex shares the story of her journey to Augusta after her time at Old Dominick Distillery in Tennessee, offering a behind-the-scenes look at her transition and the innovative direction she's taking Augusta Distillery. During the c…

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323: The Origin Story of Bourbon Lore with Mason Walker & Clay Risen 39:39

2M ago39:39

39:39

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, host Jake sits down with Mason Walker and Clay Risen from Bourbon Lore®, a unique community of bourbon enthusiasts, collectors, and connoisseurs built around a shared love for the best American whiskey has to offer. Together, they discuss the history of bourbon, delving into its origins, the iconic figur…

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322: Exploring Whiskey Thief Distilling Co.'s New Location with Walter Zausch 39:54

3M ago39:54

39:54

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, hosts Jake and Scott take a trip to the new location of Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. in the heart of NuLu, Louisville. We sit down with Walter Zausch to learn about the distillery’s exciting new space and what visitors can expect when they visit either of their locations. From the one-of-a-kind experienc…

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321: Bottled in Bond with Heaven Hill’s Bernie Lubbers & Adam Edwards 39:07

3M ago39:07

39:07

In this episode of Bourbon Lens, we take a trip to the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience on Whisky Row, located in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky. We sit down with two of Heaven Hill’s finest, Bernie Lubbers and Adam Edwards, to dive deep into the world of Bottled in Bond. As one of the most significant designations in the bourbon industry, Bottl…

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320: Bulleit Unveils New Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon: Celebrating Bottled in Bond Day 41:55

3M ago41:55

41:55

In this special episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, Jake and Scott dive into an exciting new release from Bulleit Whiskey – their first-ever Bottled-in-Bond bourbon expression. In honor of Bottled in Bond Day (March 3), we're joined by Courtney King. Courtney is the Distillery Manager at Bulleit Distillery and she joins us to share insights on the…

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319: Exploring Larrikin Bourbon Co. with Co-Founder Greg Keeley 42:10

3M ago42:10

42:10

In this exciting new episode of Bourbon Lens, hosts Jake and Scott sit down with Greg Keeley, the co-founder of Larrikin Bourbon Co., to dive deep into the building (and rebranding) of a bourbon company. Together, they discuss the origins of Larrikin Bourbon Co., the brand’s ethos, and what makes their whiskey stand out in a crowded market. Stream …

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318: The Best Bourbon Distilleries from Around the United States 36:07

3M ago36:07

36:07

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, hosts Jake and Scott take a closer look at some of their favorite bourbon distilleries from across the United States. Join us as we explore Wyoming Whiskey, Boulder Spirits, Holladay Distillery, and more, and dive into what makes each of these distilleries unique. Did we miss any of your favorite "non-Ke…

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317: High Bank Small Batch Bourbon: A New Chapter for Ohio Distillery 43:45

4M ago43:45

43:45

In this episode of Bourbon Lens podcast, Jake and Scott are joined by Adam Hines, co-founder of High Bank Distillery Co., to discuss the release of their highly anticipated High Bank Small Batch Bourbon. This release marks a new chapter in the distillery's journey, bringing their very own well-aged and flavorful bourbon to market. Adam talks about …

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316: Chicken Cock Whiskey's New Stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail 37:42

4M ago37:42

37:42

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, Jake and Scott are joined by Will Woodington, the National Brand Ambassador for Chicken Cock Whiskey. Together, they dive deep into the rich history of Chicken Cock Whiskey, discuss its distinctive branding, and explore its exciting new chapter as it joins the Kentucky Bourbon Trail with their visitor ex…

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315: On the Hunt for Buffalo Trace Antique Collection 34:10

4M ago34:10

34:10

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, hosts Jake and Scott dive deep into the highly anticipated Buffalo Trace Antique Collection 2024. Join them as they explore the flavors and complexities of these limited release whiskies, giving their thoughts and insights on each whiskey in the collection. A special thanks to the team at Sazerac for pro…

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314: Whiskey Predictions for 2025 and the Rise of American Single Malt 33:40

4M ago33:40

33:40

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, hosts Jake and Scott sit down to make predictions for the whiskey world in 2025. As the bourbon landscape continues to evolve, we dive into what we believe is coming down the pipe for the industry. From pricing trends to the rise of American Single Malt, and the ongoing buzz around limited release and al…

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313: Highlights of 2024 for the Bourbon Lens Podcast 35:26

5M ago35:26

35:26

As we close the door on 2024 and begin 2025, Jake and Scott sit down to reflect on some of the biggest highlights from the year of Bourbon Lens. From exciting releases to emerging trends, the Bourbon Lens has seen a year full of remarkable moments, and we're breaking down the ones that stood out the most. Tune in to hear what Jake and Scott have to…

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312: Discussing Jeptha Creed's Founding, its Heirloom Grains, and the Future 1:01:03

5M ago1:01:03

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We’re excited to bring you a new episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast featuring Joyce Nethery, founder and Master Distiller of Jeptha Creed Distillery. In this episode, Joyce takes us behind the scenes of their innovative distillery, sharing the story of how Jeptha Creed was founded, their commitment to using heirloom grains, and what the future hol…

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311: Angel’s Envy and Its Future with Master Distiller Owen Martin 39:13

5M ago39:13

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In this new episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, we’re honored to be joined by Owen Martin, the Master Distiller at Angel’s Envy. Known for crafting some of the most unique and beloved finished whiskey expressions in the bourbon world, Angel’s Envy has set itself apart with its finishing techniques and commitment to quality. Owen shares his journey…

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310: Exploring Compass Box Whisky's New Core Collection 43:15

5M ago43:15

43:15

In this new episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, we welcome Racheal Vaughan Jones, Marketing Director at Compass Box Whisky. Racheal shares her journey from working with global drinks brands like Ballantine’s Scotch Whisky to helping shape the direction of Compass Box, one of the most innovative independent Scotch whisky makers in the world. As the…

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309: Gabriel Macht Talks Bear Fight Whiskey, Acting, and His Love for Whiskey 35:00

6M ago35:00

35:00

In this exciting new episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, we’re joined by actor Gabriel Macht! Known for his iconic role as Harvey Specter on the hit TV show Suits, Gabriel opens up about his latest venture into the world of whiskey as an investor and partner in Bear Fight Whiskey. During this conversation, Gabriel dives deep into his love for fine…

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308: True Story Whiskey with Wes Henderson: A New Chapter in the Henderson Family Legacy 39:29

6M ago39:29

39:29

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, we’re joined by Wes Henderson, the co-founder of Angel’s Envy, as he talks about his exciting new brand, True Story. Wes takes us on a journey through the creation of this new venture, offering insights into the inspiration behind the brand and what sets True Story apart in the world of whiskey. We also …

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307: Blanton’s Bourbon Super Fan Dominic Guglielmi and His New Book 58:45

6M ago58:45

58:45

In the newest episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, we sit down with Dominic Guglielmi, a Blanton’s Bourbon super fan and author of the new book Warehouse H: The Story of Blanton’s Bourbon, America's Most Influential Whiskey. We dive deep into the history of Blanton’s, its role in shaping the modern bourbon landscape, and the stories from Warehouse …

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306: Kaveh Zamanian of Rabbit Hole Distillery Talks Innovation and New Role at Pernod Ricard 39:04

6M ago39:04

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In this episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, Jake sits down with Kaveh Zamanian, the founder and former CEO of Rabbit Hole Distillery, to discuss his journey in the whiskey world, the evolution of Rabbit Hole, and his new role within the spirits industry. Kaveh and Jake also talk about the new Founder’s Collection – 8-Year-Old Boxergrail Rye Whiske…

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305: Benromach's Unique Speyside Scotch Whisky with Keith Cruickshank 41:04

7M ago41:04

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In this episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, we dive deep into the world of Benromach, one of Scotland's most celebrated distilleries. We’re joined by Keith Cruickshank, Distillery Manager at Benromach, who walks us through the rich history and what make their subtly smoky Speyside whiskies stand out. We’re honored to taste through their impressive…

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304: Fawn Weaver on Her New Book, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, and Honoring Nathan Green 49:38

7M ago49:38

49:38

In this episode of Bourbon Lens, hosts Jake and Scott sit down with Fawn Weaver, the trailblazing founder of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey. Fawn takes us on a journey through her remarkable story—how she discovered the legacy of Nathan “Nearest” Green, the first African-American master distiller, and how she turned that discovery into the globally …

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303: A Deep Dive with Ross Cornelissen, Master Distiller of 1792 Bourbon 1:00:43

7M ago1:00:43

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This week, we’re talking about Barton 1792 Distillery and 1792 Bourbon. Master Distiller Ross Cornelissen joins Bourbon Lens to talk about the workhouse bourbon distillery. Barton 1792 is a historic distillery in the Bourbon Capital of the World and owned by Sazerac Company. We discuss three limited releases from Barton 1792, including Sweet Wheat,…

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302: Sitting Down with Dierks Bentley and His New ROW 94 Whiskey 28:07

7M ago28:07

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We’re joined by multi-Platinum country music artist, Dierks Bentley, in this special episode of Bourbon Lens. Dierks recently wrapped up his Gravel & Gold Tour and is firmly planted back in Nashville preparing for his next album. We had the privilege to sit down with Dierks to talk about his newest project, Row 94 Whiskey. Row 94 is a Kentucky Stra…

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301: Restoration and History with Cook’s Mill Whiskey Founder Jason Queen 42:56

7M ago42:56

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On a recent trip to Myrtle Beach we crossed paths with Jason Queen as he was working to promote his bourbon in South Carolina. Jason shared a bit of history with us and a whiskey too. That chance meeting and conversation inspired this latest episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast. Jason, a serial entrepreneur and conservationist purchased Cook’s Mill,…

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300: Celebrating a New Milestone with Birthday Bourbon at Old Forester 47:47

8M ago47:47

47:47

We are celebrating a BIG milestone this week as we release the 300th Episode of Bourbon Lens. Old Forester and Brown-Forman were gracious enough to invite Jake and Scott to Whiskey Row to celebrate. Bourbon Lens is joined by Melissa Rift and Caleb Trigo from Old Forester to discuss the historic brand, its legacy and future, and to toast our milesto…

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299: Building the Best 5 Bottle American Whiskey Bar 34:40

8M ago34:40

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It’s the question that every whiskey enthusiast has been asked: What’s the one bottle of whiskey you keep on your bar? Since one bottle clearly wouldn’t make a great podcast, we decided to up the ante a bit and decided to build the Ultimate 5 Bottle American Whiskey Bar. Jake and Scott run through how they would build their whiskey bar if only affo…

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298: The Most Exciting New Whiskey Releases for Fall 2024 31:17

8M ago31:17

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It’s been a wild season of new whiskey and bourbon releases and we’re catching up on some of the ones you may have missed. The press releases have been coming in fast and furious of late and Bourbon Lens is doing our best to keep you abreast of all the news. We recap some of the most exciting releases from the heritage Kentucky distilleries, the be…

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297: Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024 Recap and Planning for Next Year 29:28

8M ago29:28

29:28

Scott and Jake sit down to debrief after a long weekend at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival. We discuss some of our favorite pours and experiences from yet another memorable Festival. We must give a shoutout to our AirBnB housemates who joined us to celebrate and to all our listeners who introduced themselves over the weekend. We wrap up this recap ep…

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296: Our Trip to New Riff Distilling with Jay Erisman 1:13:43

9M ago1:13:43

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Scott and Jake travel to Newport Kentucky to visit New Riff Distilling and sit down with co-founder Jay Erisman. We kick back inside the Aquifer Bar to discuss New Riff’s history, their whiskey portfolio, and what’s ahead now that the distillery recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. In this episode, we taste New Riff Bottled in Bond Bourbon, Si…

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295: Four Roses New Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon for 2024 47:43

9M ago47:43

47:43

We continue our coverage for Bourbon Heritage Month as we explore Four Roses Bourbon, including their new Limited Edition Small Batch release for 2024. We are joined by Brent Elliott, Master Distiller for Four Roses Bourbon Distillery. We discuss Brent’s process for crafting this limited edition bourbon, the 10 different recipes of Four Roses Bourb…

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294: James B. Beam Distilling Co. is Celebrating a Big Milestone 43:55

9M ago43:55

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We’re kicking off National Bourbon Heritage Month with one of the legendary distilleries of Kentucky Bourbon. We’ve traveled to James B. Beam Distilling Co. to chat about the Homeplace, located in Clermont, Kentucky and their 90th year at that location. Alex Bowie, Director of Homeplace Experience at James B. Beam Distilling Co. sits down with Jake…

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293: Heaven's Door Whiskey and The Last Refuge 52:01

9M ago52:01

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We travel to The Last Refuge in Louisville’s NuLu neighborhood to visit the future brand home of Heaven’s Door Whiskey. We are joined by Adam Edwards, National Brand Ambassador, to discuss the inspiration behind the brand, Bob Dylan’s art and music, and their portfolio of whiskeys. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to dro…

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292: The Journey and Alchemy of the Whiskey JYPSI Brand 1:05:35

10M ago1:05:35

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Bourbon Lens is joined by Raj Alva, Co-Founder of Outsiders Spirits, and Ari Sussman, renowed whiskey-maker, to discuss their project Whiskey JYPSI. We discuss the origin story of the brand, including co-founder Eric Church, how his music inspires the direction of the brand, and what’s in store for their future. Stream this episode on your favorite…

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291: Exploring Tamdhu Whiskies from Ian MacLeod Distillers 45:26

10M ago45:26

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Jake takes a deep dive into Scotland in this week’s episode featuring Tamdhu Single Malt Whisky. He’s joined by Gordon Dallas, Brand Development & Advocacy Director for Tamdhu, for an informative and enlightening comparative tasting of a portion of the Tamdhu portfolio of sherry cask whiskies. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be…

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290: Exploring the Unique Releases of the World Whiskey Society 24:20

10M ago24:20

24:20

Jake is joined by Chris Barton, Master Blender for World Whiskey Society, to talk about the unique whiskey offerings that comprise the collection of WWS releases. Jake tastes the single barrel release of Doc Holliday 7 Year and the latest Japanese Single Malt release crafted in collaboration with Chip Tate. The WWS also has a new series that pays t…

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289: Blue Note Bourbon is the New Fuel of the Pros of Pickleball 38:06

10M ago38:06

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The Bourbon Lens is joined by Logan Welk, President and Chief Operating Officer of B.R. Distilling Company. B.R. Distilling is known for their portfolio of Blue Note Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys. Logan has moved up the ranks at Blue Note and is well-versed in the ins-and-outs of the business of bourbon and brand-building. We also discuss whether Blue N…

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288: Tasting Two of Wild Turkey's New Limited Release Whiskeys 38:51

10M ago38:51

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Jake and Scott sit down with two new, rare releases from Wild Turkey Distillery. The guys talk about their recent trip to Wild Turkey and taste Russell’s Reserve 15 Year Old Kentucky Bourbon and Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Triumph Rye. A big thank you to the PR team for Wild Turkey and Russell's Reserve who helped maked this episode possible by provi…

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287: James B. Beam is Flexing its Muscles in the Whiskey World 31:04

11M ago31:04

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Jake and Scott share a few pours of whiskey in this week’s “Hosts-Only” podcast episode of Bourbon Lens. We discuss all things Beam and the powerhouse that is The James B. Beam Distilling Co. We kick off the discussion with Jim Beam Black, Beam’s latest rebranding of their 7 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Then we kick it up a notch in proof and fl…

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286: Whiskey Del Bac – Arizona Whiskey Born in the Sonoran Desert 58:34

11M ago58:34

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Mark Vierthaler, Head Distiller for Whiskey Del Bac, joins Bourbon Lens to talk Single Malt. Whiskey Del Bac is known for its mesquite style of American Single Malt, but they have so much to offer for any fan of American Whiskey who is looking to explore what the Southwest has to offer. Founded in 2011, Whiskey Del Bac has really hit a stride with …

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285: Inside the Exclusive Speakeasy at Greg Norman Australian Grille 30:11

11M ago30:11

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Bourbon Lens travels to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to visit the Greg Norman Australian Grille. Greg Norman Australian Grille is the premier bourbon spot in Myrtle Beach and we had the privilege to host an exclusive bourbon tasting and dinner pairing for some of their VIPs. We take you inside the "One Flight Up" Speakeasy at Greg Norman Australian…

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284: Exploring the Flavor of the Atlantic with Goslings Rum 52:16

11M ago52:16

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In this week’s podcast, Jake sits down with Alex Holmes, Director of Brand Development at Goslings, to talk about their unique Bermudan Rum and why it is a great alternative to bourbon. Listen as we unpack the history of this unique and ever-evolving brand. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you’r…

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283: The Master Distiller of the Northwest's Largest & Oldest Distillery 1:09:07

12M ago1:09:07

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We are joined by Caitlin Bartlemay, Master Distiller for Hood River Distillers and their portfolio of brands, including Clear Creek, McCarthy’s, and Trail’s End. Caitlin was recently appointed to the role of Master Distiller after many years with the company, a testament to her passion for the brands and distilling. We discuss their portfolio, incl…

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