Some men write about life.
Others live it first… then write what’s left.

On one side, Hemingway—steady, weathered, and unflinching. A man of few words and hard truths. The kind who earned every line he ever wrote.

Turn the mug, and there’s Ernie—looser now, laughter breaking through the beard, the weight of the world set down for just a moment. The story’s been told. The work is done. And for once, he’s enjoying it.

This two-faced design captures the duality of a life fully lived—the discipline and the release, the grit and the grin.

Printed in a vintage etching style on a classic ceramic mug with contrasting handle and interior (available in multiple colors), it stands as one of the boldest pieces in the Author’s Cabinet collection.

Because even the toughest voices…
still had their lighter side.

Two sides. One life well-lived.

“The Grit and the Grin.”

Product features
- Two size options: 11 oz and 15 oz.
- White ceramic body with colored interior and C-shaped handle.
- Glossy finish with vibrant, durable print.
- Dishwasher- and microwave-safe; lead- and BPA-free.
- Available in multiple interior/handle colors with eye-catching contrast.

Care instructions
- Clean in dishwasher or wash by hand with warm water and dish soap