mixology

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noun (1)

mix·​ol·​o·​gy mik-ˈsä-lə-jē How to pronounce mixology (audio)
: the art or skill of preparing mixed drinks
mixologist noun

mixologist

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noun (2)

mix·​ol·​o·​gist mik-ˈsä-lə-jist How to pronounce mixologist (audio)
plural -s
: a bartender skilled in preparing mixed drinks

Examples of mixology in a Sentence

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Noun
Boston’s cocktail scene in particular has grown spectacularly over the past decade, buoyed by creative and inspired mixology informed the melange of cultures that call the city home, as well as vibey decor and attentive, informed service. Tanya Edwards, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026 For mixology, stop off at The Foxbriar Cocktail Bar, shaking up some of the most whimsical drinks in town. Matt Kirouac, Midwest Living, 7 June 2026 Judges grade on speed, mixology, flair and accuracy — as in, how little of the drink spills on the floor — for a $1,500 first-place prize. Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 4 June 2026 Epoch Bar & Terrace Kitchen serves veggie-forward cuisine and creative mixology guided by what’s on offer from local purveyors. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for mixology

Word History

Etymology

Noun (2)

mix entry 1 + -ologist (as in psychologist)

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1871, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mixology was in 1871

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“Mixology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mixology. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.

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