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221: Protecting Your Whiskey Collection with BAXUS

Release Date: 04/09/2023

315: On the Hunt for Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

Bourbon Lens

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 providing the opportunity to taste these rare whiskeys. Without their support, this episode wouldn't have been possible. Don't miss out—listen now for an inside look at the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection 2024! We are thankful for your support over...

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

Bourbon Lens

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 allocated bourbons, there's a lot to unpack and we'd love to hear from you too. What are some of your bold predictions for whiskey in 2025? We are thankful for your support over the last 6 years. We must give the biggest shoutout to our amazing...

313: Highlights of 2024 for the Bourbon Lens Podcast

Bourbon Lens

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 say about the highlights of 2024 Bourbon Lens! Listen to the Episode Now! We are thankful for your support over the last 6 years. We must give the biggest shoutout to our amazing community of Patreon supporters! As always, we'd appreciate it if you...

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

Bourbon Lens

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 holds for the brand. Jeptha Creed has always stood out for its dedication to sustainability and craftsmanship. Joyce discusses their dedication to leveraging heirloom grains, creating distinctive bourbons with a unique flavor profile. Their careful...

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

Bourbon Lens

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 in the spirits industry, what it takes to craft a perfect bottle of Angel’s Envy, and the artistry he looks to leverage as Angel’s Envy enters into its next chapter of whiskey-making. Tune in now for a deep dive into the world of Angel’s...

310: Exploring Compass Box Whisky's New Core Collection

Bourbon Lens

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 driving force behind Compass Box’s recent initiatives, including the launch of their new Core Collection and the Long Live Interesting campaign, Racheal provides an inside look at what makes this brand stand out in the crowded world of Scotch....

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

Bourbon Lens

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 spirits, the entrepreneurial side of the whiskey industry, and how he found a perfect match with Bear Fight Whiskey. He also reflects on his career in Hollywood, the lasting impact of Suits, and what it’s like to balance acting with his...

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

Bourbon Lens

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 dive into two new whiskies from the True Story lineup: Wes shares how True Story marks a new chapter in the Henderson family’s distilling history, reflecting both his personal journey and the family’s commitment to crafting...

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

Bourbon Lens

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 H at Buffalo Trace Distillery. Whether you're a die-hard bourbon aficionado or a casual fan, this episode is a must-listen! We are thankful for your support over the last 6 years. We must give the biggest shoutout to our amazing community of...

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

Bourbon Lens

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 Whiskey from Rabbit Hole. We also dive deep into Kaveh’s exciting new chapter at Pernod Ricard as he transitions into his role as Chief Operating Officer and Head of North American Distillers. This role brings a significant opportunity to impact the...

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Our guest this week is Todd Wiesel, Founder and CEO of BAXUS. We discuss whiskey collecting, spirits investing, and how BAXUS is seeking to be the leading platform to buy, sell, and invest in rare spirits.

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Cheers,
Scott and Jake
Bourbon Lens

About BAXUS

BAXUS is the future of wine and spirit trading. The brainchild of a whiskey trader and a software engineer, BAXUS is revolutionizing the spirit investment market by making it easier and more secure to buy, sell, and invest in spirits. BAXUS harnesses the power of blockchain technology to allow collectors and investors to safely store and secure their assets while maintaining proof of ownership.

BAXUS has partnered with large and small collectors to authenticate and safely store their spirit collections. BAXUS keeps all authenticated assets in their state of the art vault. BAXUS uses a proprietary proof of presence technology to ensure your bottle is secure at all times.

BAXUS believes that security should not hamper transparency. Once you have tokenized your collection with BAXUS and your bottle is secure in the BAXUS vault, their platform allows you to track the value of your portfolio in real time, as well as access historical sales data. BAXUS tracks over 45 different sources to make sure you have the most up to date pricing, all in one convenient place.

How It Works: Solidify your ownership and start trading with BAXUS in 4 simple steps:

Send BAXUS your collection
- Get connected with our BAXUS on-boarding team to safely transport your collection to our vault.
BAXUS authenticates & stores your collection
- BAXUS experts inspect each bottle to ensure its authenticity. They then store and insure your assets in a temperature controlled vault. BAXUS use proprietary proof of presence technology for extra security and ease of identification.
Your Collection is Tokenized
- BAXUS mints an NFT on the Solana blockchain that validates your proof of ownership and the authenticity of the spirits. This creates a permanent record of ownership and facilitates hassle-free trading.
You trade
- List assets in your collection for sale on OpenSea and seamlessly trade across the Solana blockchain. The transaction is secure and instantaneous, all while the bottle remains in the BAXUS vault. BAXUS’s services also include real time portfolio valuation and management, for those who prefer a hands off approach.

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