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Clinton Cawood

Clinton Cawood is a widely published freelance drinks writer with a particular focus on all things spirit and cocktail. He was formerly news and online editor for on-trade drinks title Imbibe.

New-wave Calvados: These Normandy distillers want to change your mind

No longer trapped on the digestif trolley...

Distilled: US whiskey news and how to make a Fandango cocktail

Our latest round-up of spirits news and trends...

By Julie Sheppard Published 8 May 26
Spirit of Cuba: The differing styles of Cuban rum

Clinton Cawood on Cuban rum...

By Clinton Cawood Last updated 8 October 25
Discovering Aquavit: Scandinavia and beyond

Scandinavia's signature spirit...

By Clinton Cawood Last updated 3 March 25
Colourless tequilas: Clear contenders

Colourless tequilas are enjoying their day in the sun, reports Clinton Cawood...

By Clinton Cawood Last updated 18 September 24
Beyond the Highball: Cocktails to make at home

Fresh drinks for summer...

By Clinton Cawood Published 28 June 24
Beyond the Margarita: Cocktails to make at home

If you love Margaritas, why not try one of these tequila twists...

By Clinton Cawood Published 24 May 24

The British rum scene and eight recommendations

Clinton Cawood on British rum...

By Clinton Cawood Published 23 February 24
Coffee cocktails: Beyond the Espresso Martini

Mixes to try at home...

By Clinton Cawood Published 17 November 23
Rediscovering whisky’s heritage grains

Positive moves for both taste and sustainability...

By Clinton Cawood Published 13 October 23
Pisco power

Clinton Cawood on the mixing power of this grape spirit...

By Clinton Cawood Last updated 5 June 23