Restaurant
Unclaimed profileJohn J Jeffries Restaurant
Lancaster, PA · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The beverage program at John J Jeffries Restaurant centers on a seasonal, garden-to-glass cocktail list created by bartender Hunter Lehman, featuring house-made syrups and fresh juices across classics, modern riffs, and signatures. A Pennsylvania-focused beer and cider list complements the cocktails, while a dedicated alcohol-free section offers house-made organic syrups and organic juices. The wine list covers international biodynamic bottles and Pennsylvania wines.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Mexican Penicillin, a split-base pour of Del Maguey Vida Mezcal and Lunazul Silver Tequila finished with a Lagavulin 16-year float. For a lighter build, the Cool as a Cucumber uses dill, cucumber, and peppercorn-infused Hendrick's Gin with lime and simple syrup. The Sazerac and Perfect Negroni anchor the classics side.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Guests who want a cocktail program tied to a garden and updated by season, beer drinkers looking for Pennsylvania craft in cans and bottles, and anyone seeking a serious alcohol-free option with house-made syrups and organic juices.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $10 to $16. Beer is $6 to $11, with cider selections at $12. Non-alcoholic drinks range from $4.50 to $12.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A garden-to-glass cocktail menu organized into Seasonal & Garden to Glass, Age Old Classics, New Old School, and JJJ's Signature sections, with a parallel commitment to Pennsylvania craft beer and cider and a dedicated alcohol-free list using house-made organic syrups.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A seasonal, garden-to-glass cocktail menu created by bartender Hunter Lehman, using freshly squeezed juices and garden herbs. The list spans classics, modern riffs, and house signatures across four named sections, with house-made syrups and a sustainability focus that updates with the seasons.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktail menu is organized into Seasonal & Garden to Glass, Age Old Classics, New Old School, and JJJ's Signature sections.
- — Uses freshly squeezed juices, garden herbs, and house-made syrups with a garden-to-glass focus.
- — Cocktail prices range from $10 to $16 on the Jul-13-2026 menu.
Standout selections
- — Mexican Penicillin — $15 — Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Lunazul Silver Tequila, Ginger/Peppercorn Syrup, Lime Juice, Lagavulin 16-year.
- — Cool as a Cucumber — $14 — Dill / Cucumber / Peppercorn infused Hendrick's Gin, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup.
- — Dr. Manhattan — $16 — Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Carpano Dry, Infantado 10-yr Port, Angostura Bitters.
- — Mulep — $15 — Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Mint Syrup, Angostura Bitters and Ginger Beer.
Pricing: $10–$16
Wine
An international list of hand-selected biodynamic wines plus award-winning Pennsylvania wines, curated by Chef Cavanaugh. The sustainability philosophy applies here as well, with menus updated regularly with the seasons.
Menu strengths
- — Wine menu describes an international list of hand-selected biodynamic wines plus award-winning Pennsylvania wines.
- — Wine list is curated by Chef Cavanaugh.; Sustainability philosophy applied to wines, beers, and cocktails; menus updated regularly with seasons.
Standout selections
- — Wine menu describes an international list of hand-selected biodynamic wines plus award-winning Pennsylvania wines.
Beer
A Pennsylvania-focused craft beer and cider list with occasional out-of-state guest brewers, all served in cans or bottles. The menu, published Aug-21-2026, ranges from $6 to $11 for beer and $12 for cider selections.
Menu strengths
- — Beer menu focuses on Pennsylvania craft breweries with occasional out-of-state guest brewers.
- — All beer selections are served in cans or bottles.
- — Beer prices range from $6 to $11; cider selections $12.
Standout selections
- — Troeg's Night Gazer Stout — $8 — Hershey, PA - 7.1% - 12 oz.
- — New Trail Broken Heels Hazy IPA — $11 — Williamsport, PA - 7% - 16 oz.
- — St. Boniface Orange Pollinator Hefeweizen — $9 — Perkasie, PA - 4.5% - 16 oz.
- — Ploughman Cider Selections — $12 — From Gettysburg, PA - 12 oz cans; varieties include Bird Watcher (6.9%), Gold Rush (6.9%), Dornick (8%), Lummox (6.9%).
Pricing: $6–$12
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated alcohol-free section on the beer menu with cocktails, kombucha, probiotic soda, and non-alcoholic beer. House-made organic syrups and organic juices anchor the mixed drinks, with prices from $4.50 to $12.
Menu strengths
- — Beer menu includes an 'Alcohol Free Cocktails & Drinks' section with cocktails, kombucha, probiotic soda, and non-alcoholic beer.
- — Non-alcoholic options include housemade organic syrups and organic juices.
Standout selections
- — Nada Colada Refresher — $12 — Organic Pineapple Juice, Coconut Water, Housemade Organic Cream of Coconut, Fresh Lime Juice.
- — Ginger Mint Fizz — $10 — Housemade Organic Mint Syrup, Ginger Beer.
- — Wild Bay Kombucha — $6 — Baltimore, MD - 12 oz.
- — Stella Artois Liberte Non-Alcoholic — $7.50 — Belgium - 12 oz.
Pricing: $4.50–$12
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