mixologist
nounEtymology From mix + -ologist.
1
Humorous, Often A person who creates cocktails, especially one considered an artist in that craft.
2
Broadly Any bartender.
- By the way, the difference between a bartender and a mixologist can be confusing, but normally a bartender serves the patrons at a sit-down style bar, where a mixologist would usually work at a very busy service-style bar.1999, Bob Emmons, The Book of Gins and Vodkas: A Complete Guide, page 63:
- But now we see a split in the mixed-drink community. On one hand, cool bars and star mixologists are lauded and awarded as never before. On the other, booze brands are rushing to develop pre-mixed beverages for a burgeoning Ready to Drink (RTD) market.2022 July 4, Ben Schott, “Is There Anything That Gen Z Won’t Drink?”, in The Washington Post:
3
A disc jockey.
- Related terms
- mixer, mixological, mixology, barista, potionmaker