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Bourbon Lens

Bourbon Lens
Bourbon
Whiskey
Kentucky
Kentucky Bourbon Festival
American Single Malt
Rye Whiskey
American Whiskey
Wild Turkey
Heaven Hill
Bottled In Bond
Louisville
Kentucky Bourbon
Four Roses
Jack Daniel's
Whiskey Production
Cedar Ridge
Distillation Process
Scotch Whisky
Kentucky Derby
Tequila

Bourbon Lens is the podcast for every whiskey drinker. During this project, we look to explore the whiskey and bourbon industry, learn more about our favorite spirit, and interview industry insiders, makers, entrepreneurs, and business people. We welcome you on this journey with us. Bourbon Lens was founded by Jake and Scott from Louisville, Kentucky. We have grown our appreciation for Kentucky's ... more

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This week, Bourbon Lens heads to Bardstown, Kentucky to sit down with Whitney Rye — founder and CEO of The Parlor Room, host of The Mash Bill podcast, and better known on Instagram as Bourbon Duchess. Whitney built The Parlor Room around a simple ide... more

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It's Bourbon Heritage Month, and on this episode of Five Minute Fridays, Jake goes straight to where it all started: Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, one of the most talked-about — and most divisive — releases in the bourbon world. This year's edition ... more

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Special edition of Thursday Thoughts, recorded live at Kentucky Bourbon Festival! Bourbon Lens sits down with Walter of Whiskey Thief for breaking news straight from the farm.

In this episode, Walter announces that Whiskey Thief is officially sourci... more

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To celebrate their landmark 400th episode, The Bourbon Lens crew heads to one of the most hallowed sites in American whiskey — Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Shively, Kentucky — for a sit-down with Nicole Austin, Diageo's Director of A... more

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Recent Guests

Nicole Austin
Director of American Whiskey Liquid Capabilities and Development at Stitzel-Weller
Stitzel-Weller (Diageo)
Episode: 400: Stepping On Hallowed Ground A Sit Down At Stitzel-Weller
Brian Sprantz
Master Distiller, New Riff Distillery
New Riff Distillery
Episode: 399: Why New Riff’s American Single Malt Changes Everything
Brian Martin
Sensory and Warehouse Manager, New Riff Distillery
New Riff Distillery
Episode: 399: Why New Riff’s American Single Malt Changes Everything
Brian Landry
Acclaimed chef and founder of QED Hospitality
QED Hospitality / JBB Deco / Kitchen Table
Episode: Chef Brian Landry on Food, Music & Bourbon: The Kitchen Table Story | Thursday Thoughts
Danny Polose
Representative of Penelope Bourbon
Penelope Bourbon
Episode: 398: Penelope Bourbon 5 Years Later: Danny Polise on Growth, Blending & the Classic Series Launch
David DeFazio
CEO/Owner involved in the Wyoming Whiskey transition
Wyoming Whiskey
Episode: Wyoming Whiskey Is Back in Wyoming Hands: David DeFazio on What's Next | Thursday Thoughts
Kelly Dearing Smith
Vice President of Communications and Marketing at Louisville Water
Louisville Water
Episode: 396: From Ohio River to Bourbon Barrel: The Untold Story of Louisville's Water
Sam Filmus
Founder of Impex Beverage
Impex Beverage
Episode: Whiskey Lens Ep. 3: Independent Bottling, Single Casks & Impex Beverage with Sam Filmus
Kojin Tashiro
Founder of Mugen Spirit
Mugen Spirit
Episode: 395: Mugen Spirit: A Love Letter from Kentucky to Japan With Kojin Tashiro Founder of Mugen Spirit

Hosts

Jake
Co-host with focus on bourbon and whiskey education, narrative, and industry insights.
Scott
Co-host with focus on whiskey culture, tasting notes, and industry storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • Great show

    Great, entertaining and informative! …. But it’s reposado not respoado, just saying…lol

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abel Esparza
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Show with Fawn Weaver

    Great review of history of Nearest Green with Fawn Weaver!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brax1126
    United States2 years ago
  • Super fun podcast!

    The podcast itself is informative and they have great interviews. I’ve been introduced to so many different brands and learned a lot about bourbon and other American whiskey by listening. The real amazing part is the community that goes along with the podcast. If you want to get involved further they make is so easy and approachable! I’ve recommended this podcast to people in real life so I may as well do it here too! If you like whiskey this podcast is a great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrateBrateBrate
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Content, It’ll Expand Your Horizons!

    The interviews are thoughtful and insightful, and the content is great for both beginners and enthusiasts alike! I don’t have much time to listen to podcasts, but when I do, this is the number one option in my book!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bad at making nicknames
    United States4 years ago
  • Best American whiskey podcast out there

    The best conversations with distilleries I’ve ever heard. The Dads Hat and Kings County interviews are both superb.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    namloc nosflow
    United States4 years ago

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Shows are considered entertaining with solid educational value for new and seasoned whiskey fans.
Listeners praise approachable yet insightful bourbon content and strong guest lineup.
Community around the show is active and welcoming to newcomers who want to learn more about brands and distilleries.

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#99
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#52
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#141
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#169
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

398: Penelope Bourbon 5 Years Later: Danny Polise on Growth, Blending & the Classic Series Launch
Q: Why now with the Kentucky and the Classic Series all together?
The two new products had been in the works since 2020; they needed stock and the right barrels, and they finally found a path with Kentucky bourbon and Indiana rye that fit the price points while maintaining Penelope's signature approachable profile.
Chef Brian Landry on Food, Music & Bourbon: The Kitchen Table Story | Thursday Thoughts
Q: How did you get into cooking?
Brian describes falling into cooking early, starting as a busboy and dishwasher, and rapidly progressing after a pivotal moment when he volunteers in a startup kitchen and ends up balancing server and cook shifts, fueling a lifelong cooking career.
Whiskey Lens Ep. 3: Independent Bottling, Single Casks & Impex Beverage with Sam Filmus
Q: How did Impex Beverage start and what drove your shift toward independent bottling?
Sam explains his background in import distribution and how the need to diversify beyond ethnic products led to embracing single Scotch expressions and eventually starting independent bottling with partners like Signatory and Gordon MacPhail.
393: The Dalmore's Newest US Release — Sherry Cask Secrets and Maturation with Craig Bridger
Q: For you all, is it one-to-one, or are these Sherry casks bigger than one bourbon barrel to one Sherry barrel? How does that work for you all to create the secondary maturation for five years for this really beautiful product?
The process starts with initial maturation in first-fill Bourbons to build a foundation, then finishes in wine casks to pull the influence of the wine more than the wood, creating a balanced, wine-driven finish rather than a dominant oak profile.
392: How Chip Tate Blends Bourbon | Gambit No. 6 & Ampersand
Q: What role does toasting play in shaping Gambit No. 6's flavor, and how do you manage the balance between extraction and wood character?
Toasting depth and method critically impact extraction and flavor development. Deeper toasts release different compounds but can also reduce lignin, changing structure. I use a variety of toasts—some very long and hot, others more measured—to sculpt the wood's contributions, ensuring the final blend retains fruit, spice, and vanilla without overwhelming the palate. Temperature and time profiles are precisely managed to avoid over-tannin or raw wood notes.

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This show centers on the bourbon and broader whiskey world, featuring in-depth conversations with distillers, brand founders, Masters of Whiskey, and other industry insiders. Topics commonly explored include blending, aging practices, maturation strategies, brand storytelling, experiential marketing, and how niche or regional programs fit into national and international markets. Episodes often spotlight innovative releases, collaborations, and educational angles that help enthusiasts understand terroir, mash bills, and production philosophy while offering practical tasting notes and behind-the-scenes insights. The format tends to blend technical detail with accessible storytelling, making it useful for both whiskey newcomers and seasoned fa... more

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Recent guests on Bourbon Lens include:

1. Nicole Austin
2. Brian Sprantz
3. Brian Martin
4. Brian Landry
5. Danny Polose
6. David DeFazio
7. Kelly Dearing Smith
8. Sam Filmus

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