zythology

noun

Etymology: From zytho- + -logy.

1. The study of beer and beer-brewing.

   “Beer and cheese, it turns out, are a classic and timeless combination. […] Yet combining the two in creative and inventive ways is a new phenomenon, according to [Nicolas] Soenen. It has come about in the past five years with the advent of a handful of zythology courses launched in Belgium that are designed to create "beer sommeliers".”

   “Don't worry if the word "zythological" is unfamiliar, though. It's a made up word. "It just means being crazy about beer," said [Michael] DiFabio, 38, adding that the word is a takeoff from zythos, a blend of hops, and zythology, the study of beer and beer making.”