mixology

noun mix·ol·o·gy \ mik-ˈsä-lə-jē \

|Updated on: 29 Jun 2018

Definition of mixology

: the art or skill of preparing mixed drinks

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mixologist

play \-jist\ noun

Recent Examples of mixology from the Web

Tastings will take place in Barn 8, the farm's restaurant, with classes for beginners, experts and those interested in mixology, Argo said.

— bailey loosemore, The Courier-Journal, "21c owners hope to save historic horse farm by luring bourbon tourists," 25 June 2018
During its Mango Madness Festival, guests experience interactive classes on cooking and mixology, a five-course mango-themed dinner and many other opportunities to taste the exotic flavors of different mango varieties.

— New York Times, "5 Getaways With Local Food Festivals That Are Worth the Trip," 13 June 2018
Pre-purchase $21-$29 tickets or upgrade to a mixology class ($60), a food pairing ($90) or a pairing followed by the opportunity to blend and bottle your own whiskey souvenir ($178).

— tara nurin, Philly.com, "In Dublin, a story of whiskey is more than just one night at the pub," 8 June 2018
Or visit the new oyster bar at Les Sablons (2 Bennett St.) across the street for lobster rolls and cocktails courtesy mixology maven Jackson Cannon (The Hawthorne).

— kara baskin, BostonGlobe.com, "8 great summer dates," 6 June 2018
Loads of mixology classes have popped up around town recently to teach home bartenders how to properly stir, shake and swizzle.

— lisa futterman, chicagotribune.com, "Stir, shake, swizzle like the pros to create cocktails at home. There's a class for that," 17 May 2018
Or skip the mixology altogether and prepare a DIY tasting of everybody’s favorite summer sip - rosé: just head down to your local wine shop to pick out a variety of inexpensive blush bottles and let your friends debate their favorites.

— kelsey kloss, ELLE Decor, "Refreshing Pool Party Ideas That Are Afloat With Style," 3 May 2018
Opening exhibitions include a look at Victorian-era culinary artifacts; a history of the evolution of chef and bartender tattoo culture; and a collection of mixology specimens from the Museum of the American Cocktail.

— Sunset, "Take a Bite out of the West’s Tastiest Museum," 22 Jan. 2018
This year's bags include skincare products from Lumisque and Evolved Science, a certificate for a week at the Golden Door spa, customizable handbag straps from Carrie'd NYC, private mixology classes from Liquor Lab and so, so much more.

— jamie ballard, Good Housekeeping, "60th Annual Grammy Awards: Everything You Need to Know Before You Watch," 26 Jan. 2018

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