In this episode of Neat & Mixed, Jonathan sits down with Dan Gorman, founder of General Thomas Bourbon, to explore a Kentucky straight bourbon brand combining traditional whiskey making with personalized technology. Dan shares what inspired him to launch General Thomas, the vision behind its five-year, high-rye Kentucky straight bourbon, and what drinkers can expect from its 99-proof Very Small Batch and 111 to 115-proof Single Barrel Cask Strength expressions.

What really sets General Thomas Bourbon apart is the digital experience built into every bottle. Dan explains how the QR code brings General Thomas to life with personalized messages, how those messages can turn a bottle into a memorable gift or keepsake, and how the brand balances innovation with the tradition of bourbon. Plus, we talk about where to find General Thomas Bourbon and what’s next for the brand.