We're discussing Bottled in Bond bourbon this week, including whether this designation is still important in today's whiskey world. Whether the distillery is a major producer or a craft whiskey maker, the reasons for labeling their spirits as "bonded" will differ. But is this important for the consumer?  We also line up 3 Bottled in Bond Kentucky Bourbons from some of the larger producers in the state.  How do they hold up in a blind tasting and which is our favorite? Download this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you're there.   We are thankful for everyone who has continued to support us. We must give a huge shoutout to our growing Patreon Community as well! We'd appreciate it if you can take the time to give us feedback on our podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow  us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter.  And please check out our Patreon to learn how you can support our endeavors, earn Bourbon Lens swag, be part of future barrel picks, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please email us at TheBourbonLens@Gmail.com. Visit our website BourbonLens.com to check out our blog posts, or even purchase your own Bourbon Lens tasting glass or t-shirt. Cheers,Scott, Jake, & MichaelBourbon Lens Show Links: 'Bottled in bond' was created to protect drinkers in the 1800s. Now the label has a new appeal. - The Washington Post Bottled-in-Bond: How a 120-year-old liquor act is helping craft whiskey make a statement Cocktail Queries: What is Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, and Why Should I Care? - Paste Why Every Drinker Should Know What Bottled-in-Bond Means Everything You Need to Know About Bottled in Bond Bourbon - Paste Why Bottled-in-Bond Whiskey Is the Best Deal In Booze Whisky of Life Blog - History of Bottled in Bond Whiskey Best Bottled-in-Bond Whiskey from Jim Beam, Wild Turkey and Dickel – Robb Report Bourbon History Month: Are there unofficial rules of drinking bourbon? 10 Best Bottles Of Bourbon Whiskey Between $10-$20, Ranked What Is Bottled-in-Bond Whiskey? The 10 Best Bottled-In-Bond Bourbons Under $100 Why Bottled-in-Bond Whiskey Is Important In Modern Times 11 of the Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Bottled-in-Bond Bourbons for 2021