Meet Molecular Mixologist Mike Yen

Mike Yen is an award-winning, modern mixologist and active member of the US Bartenders Guild. With over 15 years of mixology experience, Yen’s skillset covers a range of subgenres, from cocktail catering, to gastropubs, to 5 star, 5 diamond resorts. Mike Yen has been featured in various print and television media, including the Cooking Channel. The past 10+ years have focused on modernist, progressive technique, which is often labeled as “molecular mixology”.

Through innovative technique and modern equipment, San Diego Mixology offers unique cocktail concepts that will add exclusivity and a wow factor to any private party, wedding, or corporate event. Modern equipment like rotary evaporators, centrifuges, and ultra-sonic processors are all utilized to transform cocktails into unique vehicles for flavors. Corporate logos can even be translated into alcoholic gummies and other cocktail edibles. Personalized customization provides mixology options that can meld with any theme and change an event into an experience.

Industry awards:
2014 ShakeStir.com Competition, Ca-Ari-Nev, 1ST place
2013 Amaretto DiSaronno Mixing Star, California region, 1st place
2013 San Diego Spirits Festival, J Six Shoout Out, 1st place
2012 Tales of the Cocktail: Best Sidecar, 1st place
2012 Chef Shakedown, 1st place
2011 San Diego Spirits Festival Bartender Battle, 1st place
2010 San Diego Spirits Festival Bartender Battle, 1st place
2010 San Diego Fair, Matter of Taste Mixology Competition, 1st place
2009 Tasting Panel Magazine, New Leader Award, San Diego Mixologist
2009 SD Union Tribune, Bartender of the Month¸June
2008 Ranch & Coast Magazine, Best Bartender, San Diego