Elevenses

04 October 2025

Elevenses is a mid-morning break of a small bite or refreshment between the morning meal and lunch, or a second breakfast usually around 11:00 am. Different from ‘brunch’ that consolidates breakfast with lunch. The Elevenses cocktail checks the box for refreshment, with enough calories and sugar to bridge the gap until lunch.

Elevenses combines bourbon with citrus. Knob Creek Bourbon is preferred for its sweet, robust oaky flavor, and hints of smooth vanilla and caramel. Fresh squeezed orange juice amplifies the bourbon’s oak, caramel, and vanilla; and Regan’s Orange Bitters highlight the spicy undertones, balancing the sweet, smokey flavors.

Total time -
About 5 minutes

INGREDIENTS -

Per serving

1 part Bourbon
1 part orange juice
3 dashes Regan’s Orange Bitters
Standard ice cubes
Blood orange for garnish

NOTES -

The proportions can be adjusted if you prefer a sweeter, milder version, or a stronger, more potent drink to start the day, or continue the party. Freshly squeezed orange juice brings vibrance, superior aroma, and complex taste. Store-bought juice lacks volatile compounds and enzymes that are lost during processing and pasteurization.

The Elevenses cocktail pairs exquisitley with brunch-time steak and eggs.