A Note from the Creator: Stirring Up Inspiration

Hi there! I’m Manuela, an engineer by day and a board game enthusiast by night. When I’m not busy with work, you can usually find me playing my favorite games like Wingspan and Splendor—both of which inspired me to create a game of my own! Hosting game nights with friends and family is one of my favorite things to do, especially when it’s paired with delicious cocktails I’ve whipped up. As a cocktail enthusiast, I am always experimenting with new recipes, crafting homemade infusions and bitters, and, of course, sampling the results!

One day, as I was chatting with a friend about hobbies, I thought: Why not mix the two? And just like that, Mixologist: The Game was born!

The idea hit me like a burst of inspiration. I had been dreaming of designing a game, but I hadn’t found the perfect concept—until that “Aha!” moment struck. Suddenly, I could picture the mechanics, the fun, and the competitive flair. Within minutes, I was ordering supplies online to create my first prototype. Using blank cards and markers, I sketched out my ideas. While I’m no artist, I found simple ways to make the prototype visually appealing without overcomplicating the process, so I could focus on making the game engaging and fun to play.

Now, the game is in its testing phase, and that’s where YOU come in! I’d love for you to try it out and, hopefully, enjoy it as much as I do. My goal is to bring people together for some friendly mixology competition while sharing fun facts about spirits along the way.

If you’re interested in staying connected and being the first to know when the game officially launches, don’t forget to drop your email on our website. Let’s shake things up together—cheers! 🥂