Fast Penny Spirits Panel: Bitter Intentions, Death and Co., Brad T. Parsons & more

We're excited to join Fast Penny Spirits, author Brad Thomas Parsons, author Dave Kaplan of famed cocktail group Death & Co., and VinePair on Saturday, September 13th, for an interactive evening exploring the world of amaro! As well as a panel discussion and Q&A led by Fast Penny founder Jamie Hunt, you'll get to taste some amari and even build your own botanical drink! We'll be there with signed books for sale by Brad Thomas Parsons and Death & Co. Please note this event will take place at Fast Penny Spirits Tasting Room, not at Book Larder.

Date and time: September 13, 2025, 5:30 – 7:30pm

Location: Fast Penny Spirits Tasting Room, 1138 W Ewing St, Suite B, Seattle

Taste "Amaricano" your way at Fast Penny's custom amaro station, explore key botanicals, and enjoy a lively panel discussion with industry experts on amaro’s past, present, and future..

The conversation will be moderated by Zach Geballe (Seattle-based sommelier, educator, and host of the award-winning VinePair poscast) and feature Dave Kaplan (co-founder of Death & Co.; CEO of Gin & Luck), Brad Thomas Parsons (James Beard Award–winning author of Amaro), and Jamie Hunt (Fast Penny Spirits founder).

Mix, match, and make it your own! Build your perfect amaro at Fast Penny's interactive tasting station—brighten it with citrus, add fresh herbs, or top it with a splash of sparkling wine or water. Wander through the botanical table featuring gentian, wormwood, hibiscus, cacao nibs, and more, and snack on light bites while you sip.

Savor the experience, mingle with fellow amaro lovers, and end the night with a book signing with authors Brad Thomas Parsons and Dave Kaplan.

Your ticket includes a custom amaro tasting experience, a hands-on sensory exploration, an engaging panel discussion, and light snacks. Tickets are nonrefundable, but transferrable.