{"product_id":"distillery-cats-profiles-in-courage-of-the-worlds-most-spirited-mousers-9781607748977","title":"Distillery Cats: Profiles in Courage of the World's Most Spirited Mousers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDistillery Cats: Profiles in Courage of the World's Most Spirited Mousers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDistillery Cats\u003c\/i\u003e contains the whimsical tales of working cats in distilleries around the world, with charming illustrations of the beloved mousers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardcover book by James Beard Award-winning author Brad Thomas Parsons celebrates the unique role of cats in the spirits industry. From their origins as organic pest control to their current status as brand ambassadors, these feline workers have become an integral part of distillery culture worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e30 Distillery Cat Profiles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features detailed profiles of 30 of the world's most beloved distillery cats, complete with \"interviews\" that capture each cat's personality. Every profile includes a hand-drawn portrait and trading card-style stat sheets displaying figures like \"super-power\" and \"mice killed,\" making this collection both informative and entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e15 Cocktail Recipes Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the cat profiles, \u003ci\u003eDistillery Cats\u003c\/i\u003e includes 15 cocktail recipes that readers can enjoy while browsing through the pages. This combination of feline stories and spirits knowledge makes the book a quirky addition to any home bar library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Author Brad Thomas Parsons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrad Thomas Parsons brings his expertise in spirits writing to this unique project. His previous works include \u003ci\u003eAmaro: The Spirited World of Bittersweet, Herbal Liqueurs\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBitters: A Spirited History of a Classic Cure-All\u003c\/i\u003e, which won both James Beard and IACP Cookbook Awards and was a finalist for the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eParsons received an MFA in writing from Columbia University, and his work has appeared in \u003ci\u003eBon Appétit\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLucky Peach\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTravel + Leisure\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePunch\u003c\/i\u003e, and more. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. Visit www.btparsons.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardcover book appeals to cat enthusiasts, spirits lovers, and anyone who appreciates the intersection of animal companions and craft beverages. The combination of charming illustrations, quirky statistics, and cocktail recipes makes it suitable for coffee table display or casual reading.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ten Speed Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681335316754,"sku":"9781607748977","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e43f9f0e-6d5e-4bd2-803b-a2bd1242a5c9.jpg?v=1733951985","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/distillery-cats-profiles-in-courage-of-the-worlds-most-spirited-mousers-9781607748977","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}