Some drinks are timeless. Others are fleeting. At Eats & Elixirs, we celebrate both—but the Cocktail of the Week is our way of bottling the present. Each week, our bar team crafts one standout drink that channels the mood of the season, plays with unusual flavors, and gives guests something fresh to look forward to. These aren’t permanent menu items—they’re small, delicious windows into what’s inspiring us now.

This Week’s Feature: Solar Bloom
This week’s cocktail is a bright, citrus-driven concoction we’re calling Solar Bloom. It was born on a cloudy afternoon but designed to taste like sunlight. The base? A smooth small-batch gin with clean herbal notes. It’s lifted with blood orange liqueur and sharpened by fresh lemon juice. A splash of elderflower syrup gives it that subtle floral finish, while a basil foam on top adds freshness and depth.
To finish? A torched orange peel twist—the scent hits you before the first sip.
Flavor profile:
- Bright citrus upfront
- Hints of spring florals
- Herbaceous, aromatic finish
Best served with: mango carpaccio or a slice of warm goat cheese tart
Solar Bloom doesn’t just taste like spring—it looks like it too. Served in a tall coupe glass, the colors pop under candlelight. The garnish? Instagram gold.
Why We Change It Weekly
Menus should never go stale. Just like the kitchen introduces seasonal dishes, our bar evolves constantly. Weekly cocktail specials give our bartenders the freedom to experiment, highlight new techniques, and test unusual combinations. It’s our way of keeping things alive and spontaneous—both for you and for our team.
It also makes returning to Eats & Elixirs a little more exciting. Each visit brings something new, and sometimes, a drink becomes an unexpected favorite.
What Makes a Cocktail Worth Featuring?
Every Cocktail of the Week goes through a kind of creative test kitchen. It’s not just about what’s trending or what looks pretty—it has to earn its place.
Here’s our behind-the-bar checklist:
- Bold enough to stand on its own, yet balanced enough to complement food
- Built on seasonal ingredients, from herbs and fruits to rare infusions
- Visually stunning, matching the mood of the restaurant’s vintage-modern style
- Familiar, with a twist—a nod to the classics, reimagined with personality
It’s not just a drink. It’s a moment.
Ask the Bartender: How Did Solar Bloom Come to Life?
“Honestly? We were prepping for a rainy week,” laughs head bartender Mira. “Everyone looked tired. We wanted something that tasted like sunlight, something happy. The basil foam happened late—we tried rosemary, thyme, even mint. But basil gave it that fresh, warm lift. Like fresh-cut grass meets citrus grove.”
This kind of behind-the-scenes improvisation is exactly what makes the Cocktail of the Week special. You’re not sipping something pulled from a manual. You’re tasting someone’s instinct, mood, and idea—distilled into one glass.
What’s Next: Guest Picks and Cocktail Flights
Soon, you’ll have a say in what goes on the bar. We’re rolling out a Guest Picks system where regulars can vote on upcoming cocktail specials—and suggest ingredients they’d love to see featured. Love mezcal? Can’t get enough hibiscus? Let us know.
We’re also testing Mini Cocktail Flights, which will include three past favorites in tasting portions. Think of it as a greatest hits playlist—only more drinkable.