mixologists
Drink creation experts
Mixologists are bartenders who specialize in crafting cocktails, particularly those who approach drink-making as an art or science.
The term emerged with the craft cocktail revival and suggests expertise in flavor combinations, techniques, and ingredients beyond standard bar fare: The mixologists created a custom drink menu for the event.
Some bartenders embrace the title; others find it pretentious.
Drink preparers at pubs
- cocktailsAlcoholic blended beverages
- shakersHoled-top seasoning dispensers
- muddlersDrink-crushing bar tools
- jiggersSmall drink-measuring cups
strainers · bitters · garnishes · infusions · spirits · liqueurs · glassware · techniques
Authoritative legal ban
- speakeasiesIllicit liquor establishments
- tikiPolynesian deity figure
- classicOf lasting excellence
- craftSkilled manual art
revival · history · traditions · global · mezcal · sake · soju · pisco
Handwritten names as authentication
- inventionsOriginal creations or devices
- flavor profilesCombined taste characteristics
- pairingsCombinations of two
- experimentsTests of a hypothesis
innovations · menus · concepts · seasonal · ingredients · balance · complexity · fusion
Rods, taverns, or measures
- loungesReclines idly or waiting areas
- hotelsCommercial lodging establishments
- restaurantsCommercial dining venues
- competitionsEvents deciding winners
certifications · training · apprenticeship · sommeliers · consultants · brand ambassadors · hospitality · tips
bartenders
Drink preparers at pubs
- cocktailsAlcoholic blended beverages
- shakersHoled-top seasoning dispensers
- muddlersDrink-crushing bar tools
jiggers · strainers · bitters · garnishes · infusions · spirits · liqueurs · glassware · techniques · recipes
prohibition
Authoritative legal ban
- speakeasiesIllicit liquor establishments
- tikiPolynesian deity figure
- classicOf lasting excellence
craft · revival · history · traditions · global · mezcal · sake · soju · pisco · cachaca
signatures
Handwritten names as authentication
- inventionsOriginal creations or devices
- flavor profilesCombined taste characteristics
- pairingsCombinations of two
experiments · innovations · menus · concepts · seasonal · ingredients · balance · complexity · fusion · artistry
bars
Rods, taverns, or measures
- loungesReclines idly or waiting areas
- hotelsCommercial lodging establishments
- restaurantsCommercial dining venues
competitions · certifications · training · apprenticeship · sommeliers · consultants · brand ambassadors · hospitality · tips · shifts
- beverage workersbartenders, bartender, brewers, barkeep, distillers
- creatorsartist, author, composer, designer, inventor
- foodwaysfood rituals, food taboos, blessing food, table manners, dining etiquette
- eventgoerspatrons, visitors, crowds, regulars, spectators