The MBTI Personality Types: Alcohol Edition
I took AP Psychology my sophomore year of high school, back when I firmly believed I was going to be a psychiatrist. (News flash: I’m not). I don’t remember anything about psychology, but it wasn’t a total waste: I discovered the MBTI 16 Personality test, a rapid-fire examination to analyze your personality type and characteristics.
Are you more Extraverted or Introverted, more Sensitive or Intuitive? Are you prone to Thinking or Feeling, do you Perceive or Judge? (Do I sound crazy? Just take it — you’ll see what I mean).
Hopefully by now you’ve taken the test and are armed with your new 4-letter Personality Type, because I’m taking it a step further. In the spirit of psychoanalysis, I’ve created a list of drinks that correspond to the character of each personality type. Cheers!
INTJ - Mojito
You’re creative and intellectual, and you want to know more about the world. Some might call you a jack-of-all-trades, but the truth is you just have a hunger for knowledge that can’t be satiated. Fresh and easily customized, the mojito embodies your outlook on life with a minty mix of rum, sugar, soda, and lime.
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INTP - Negroni
Let’s be honest… you’re something of a genius. You’re creative and nuanced, but you aren’t loud about it. You enjoy your quiet time, how else would you come up with your best ideas? The Negroni captures your intellect and reflective tendencies with a smooth blend of gin, sweet vermouth and Campari.
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ENTJ - Whiskey Sour
You’re charismatic and rational with a strong will and steady determination. You exude confidence and people tend to listen when you talk. You tend to take on leadership roles, but you’re comfortable passing the torch, as long as you can still have input. You’re the whiskey sour, a blend of bourbon, lemon juice and sugar. You’re a powerful presence and impossible to ignore.
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ENTP - The Manhattan
Your brain moves a mile a minute, resulting in a quick wit and teasing humor. You love to argue about anything and everything, but it’s never mean-spirited. Stimulating discourse is your personal workout, which makes the Manhattan the perfect drink for you. Sophisticated and nuanced, this blend of whiskey, sweet vermouth and bitters will keep the conversation flowing and the ideas brewing.
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INFJ - Cosmopolitan
You’re passionate and motivated, dedicated to making a lasting change in the world. You want to be remembered for your strength of character and for staying true to yourself despite all odds. You’re the Cosmopolitan, a charming mixture of vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and lime. Much like this drink, you’re not going to be forgotten anytime soon. People know your name and always have fantastic things to say about you.
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INFP - White Russian
Though some might see you as quiet, you’re soulful and intentional. You crave depth and emotion, and you’re a wholesome, creative influence on the lives you touch. The White Russian captures this blend of traits: vodka and kahlua represent your intentionality and drive, with a splash of cream to ground and connect you.
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ENFJ - Mai Tai
People gravitate towards your spirit and natural leadership qualities. You have a knack for understanding people’s true motivations and energies, making you a positive and genuine influence on everyone you meet. You’re the perfect Mai Tai — orange, mint and lime meet the contrast of white and dark rum, reflecting your ability to understand personal nuances.
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ENFP - Aperol Spritz
You’re a free spirit and the life of the party, but you’re also intentional and profound. You see the connections between everyone and everything, giving you a deep relationship with the world around you. You’re the Aperol Spritz: Much like the refreshing blend of aperol, prosecco, and soda, people gravitate to your energy and appreciation for the beauty of life.
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ISTJ - Sangria
As a logistician, you’re practical and strategic. You like to plan and analyze, and you do well with rules and organization. People love your honest and dedicated personality, but you’re not always the first to openly express your emotions. You’re a sangria, a fruity red wine mixture that keeps its distance at first, but reveals a fun inner flair once you get to know it.
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ISFJ - Peach Bellini
You’re sensitive and kind, a giver by nature. You love helping others, and loyalty is your middle name. The people in your life are there for a reason, and showing up for them is your love language. You’re a peach Bellini, a welcoming and sweet presence that never fails to brighten up someone’s day.
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ESTJ - Old Fashioned
As the model citizen, you believe in law and order and you are anything but lazy. You have shit to do, and you’re going to get it done. People look up to you for your confident and organized exterior, making the Old Fashioned your ideal drink. Bourbon, whiskey, sugar and bitters unite to create a sophisticated and respectable beverage that reflects your high-class, high-performing attitude.
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ESFJ - Frozen Daiquiri
You love being around people, plain and simple. Your circle is diverse, characterized by a wide variety of ideas and backgrounds. Vibrant and bubbly, you’re always making sure people have as much fun as you do. You’re the perfect frozen daiquiri, white rum and lime juice interacting with any mixture of fruits, reflecting your expressive and varied social life.
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ISTP - French 75
Industrious and straightforward, you’re prone to hands-on adventures and learning as you go. You have a natural curiosity about the world, and enjoy challenges and nuance in your daily life. Your inner circle sees past your mysterious exterior to the free spirit at your center, making you the embodiment of the French 75, the witty union of gin, lemon juice and champagne. Though unassuming on the outside, your energy packs a punch to those lucky enough to know you.
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ISFP - Tequila Sunrise
Life is a journey, and you’re making your own path. You’re an adventurer in every sense — you’re an artist, creative and nuanced as you move through life with an infectious and joyous spirit. Composed of tequila, lime juice and orange juice, the tequila sunrise represents your willingness to step out on your own into a new day. You’re your own person, and you have fun doing it.
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ESTP - Margarita
Spontaneous and energetic, you’re always looking towards the future. You’re full of ideas, rarely stopping to think before you act. Throwing caution to the wind is standard practice, a characteristic you share with your drink, the margarita. This fun and popular mix of tequila, triple sec and lime matches your zest for life.
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ESFP - Mimosa
The life of the party has arrived! You’re a people person, through and through. You can often be found at the center of conversation, almost as if a spotlight exists just for you. Despite your charismatic nature, you’re very in-tune to the emotions of those around you. All bubbles and smiles, you’re the perfect mimosa. Orange juice and sparkling wine unite to capture your vibrancy and bouncy nature.
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Strike out,
Writer: Hailey Indigo
Editor: Olivia Hansen
Gainesville
Hailey Indigo is a writer for Strike Magazine Gainesville. She is a collector of random facts and gold jewelry, and spends most of her time curating the vibes of her Pinterest. When she’s not booking weekend trips to foreign countries, she’s probably on the first floor of LibWest sipping a Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso. You can find her anywhere @HaileyIndigo.
