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AWARDS
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2020 Independent Publishers Book Awards Gold Medal Creative Non-fiction
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Gourmand Awards, Spirits Books Winner
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Reader Views Literary Awards First Place Travel,
Second Place Cultural/Societal Issues -
Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards Finalist
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Foreword INDIES Awards 2019, Finalist
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American Book Fest Best Book Awards, Finalist
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About Derek
Derek Sandhaus is a spirits educator and author, most recently of Drunk in China and Baijiu: The Essential Guide to Chinese Spirits. His writing on food and drink have appeared in numerous publications, including Punch, Saveur, and Foreign Policy. While residing in China, he traveled extensively to the country’s alcohol production centers, learning from the people who make, sell, and consume traditional spirits. In 2018, he co-founded Ming River Sichuan Baijiu, serving as the brand's marketing director. He now advises the baijiu industry on internationalization strategies. Derek lives with his wife and dog in Athens, Greece.
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PRAISE For Drunk in China
I have learned so much from Derek Sandhaus over the years, and Drunk in China is no exception. It’s not just about baijiu—although it offers a master class on the subject. It’s about China and its history, culture, and relationship with the West, told through the perspective of a witty, generous storyteller.
CLAY RISEN,
Deputy Opinion Editor, New York Times
DRUNK IN CHINA TOUR
Brooklyn, NY
Jan. 16 at 7:00pm
MUSEUM OF FOOD AND DRINK
In conversation with Serena Dai (Eater NY) and Lucas Sin (Junzi Kitchen)
Manhattan, NY
Jan. 23 at 6:00pm
RIZZOLI BOOKSTORE
In conversation with Shannon Mustipher, with guest moderator Justin Lane Briggs
Shanghai
Mar. (TBD)
M on the Bund
Shanghai International Literary Festival book talk and signing
CANCELLED
CHICAGO
MAr. 17 at 6:00pm
57TH STREET BOOKS
Book talk and signing
CANCELLED