mixology

noun

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

Examples of mixology in a Sentence

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Capella Hotel, Sydney, McRae Bar A downright good mixology bar at the impeccable Capella Hotel in Sydney makes my list for its effortless charm and timeless glamour. Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025 Though a certain type of mixology devotee may avoid uttering the cocktail names out loud, like Mary Berry’s Soggy Bottom, drinks here are the result of intense thought and care. Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 May 2025 The lavish luxury experience is seaside splendor that blends mixology with gastronomy, all with the city skyline as a backdrop. Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025 Juice the insides for a carrot cocktail, the latest spring mixology trend on TikTok. Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mixology

Word History

First Known Use

1871, in the meaning defined above

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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 19 Jun. 2025.

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