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Definition of mixology

mixology

/mɪkˈsɑːlədʒi/
mix · ol · o · gy
Plural:mixologies
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Adjective:mixological
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mixology Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The art, skill, or study of preparing, inventing, and serving mixed drinks and cocktails.

Example

"She took an evening course in mixology to learn how to balance botanical flavors and craft signature cocktails."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'bartending' refers broadly to the service and hospitality aspects of running a bar, 'mixology' focuses specifically on the culinary craft, chemistry, and invention of mixed drinks.

• Rhymes for mixology

• Nearby Words

mixer
mixmaster
mixologist
mixology
mixtape
mixture
mixup

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in mid-19th-century American English as a humorous or elevated blend of the verb 'mix' and the suffix '-ology' (denoting a branch of knowledge or study), popularized by Jerry Thomas's 1862 bartending guide.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mixology. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mixology
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