Razor Clam Chowder

Name: Razor Clam Chowder
Ingredients: 2 cups clams, chopped (, use razor clams or steamer clams); 2 cups razor clam juice (substitute for chicken broth); 1/2 cup white wine; 6 slices bacon (chopped, grease reserved); 3 cups half & half; 4 tbsp butter; 5 medium potatoes (diced); 4 stalks celery ribs (chopped); 2 medium yellow onions (diced); 5 cloves garlic (minced); 3 bay laves; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp Johnny's Seasoning salt, or sea salt (or to taste); 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp fresh thyme (garnish)