David Thornton

Guides & Education Writer

Speciality: Cocktail Culture, Tasting Technique, Spirits Education, Mixology

David is a qualified bartender turned writer who believes the best way to appreciate any spirit is to understand it. His guides span gin, rum, whiskey, and vodka — from beginner-friendly introductions through to advanced cocktail technique and distillation science. He writes educational content across Gin.Directory, Rum.Directory, Whiskeyful.com, and TheVodka.Shop. He ran the bar programme at a Michelin-starred restaurant in London for six years before dedicating himself to writing full-time. His first book, "The Botanical Spirit", is due for publication next year.