mixologist

[ mik-sol-uh-jist ]

noun

, Usually Facetious.

1. a person skilled in making mixed mixed drinks; bartender.

mixologist

/ ˌmɪkˈsɒlədʒɪst /

noun

1. humorous.
   a person who serves drinks, esp cocktails, at a bar
2. music a person skilled at mixing sounds in recording or live performance

Word History and Origins

Origin of mixologist¹

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60; mix + -o- + -log(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

Art on the Rocks challenges local mixologists and chefs to create a cocktail and appetizer pairing inspired by a work from one of the Art League artist.

From Washington Post

It’s a tasty aperitif, and a creative mixologist could use this to add some sparkle to a cocktail.

From Washington Post

Today, the city is an Asian hipster outpost, with shopping malls, clothing boutiques, and mixologist-prepared cocktails.

From The Daily Beast

Los Angeles-based mixologist Jason Robey crafts an out-of-this-world libation to enjoy with this weekend's sci-flick 'Super 8'.

From The Daily Beast

Casey was the Officers Club barkeep and much-beribboned mixologist.

From Project Gutenberg