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Monday 3pm - 7pm Tuesday 1pm - 10pm Wednesday 1pm - 10pm Thursday 1pm - 10pm Friday 12pm - 12am Saturday 12pm - 12am Sunday 3pm - 7pm

John Emerald Distilling Company

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John Emerald Distilling Company

A craft distillery in downtown Opelika, Alabama. We offer a cocktail bar on site as well as bottle s
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09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

JED will be open today from 3pm-7pm for all of your cocktail and bottle needs!

09/03/2026

Labor Day Weekend is Calling! 🍹🇺🇸

Long weekends are made for good company, great food, and even better drinks! Whether you’re spending the weekend by the lake, firing up the grill, or relaxing with friends, let John Emerald help you celebrate.

Swing by and grab your favorite cocktail mixers to-go so you can bring a little craft cocktail magic wherever the weekend takes you!

09/02/2026

Non Profit Cocktail of the Month:
THE DOLLY 💝

Meet The Dolly, our featured cocktail for September! Made with Elizabeth Raspberry Vodka, fresh lemon, raspberry purée, Satsuma liqueur, and simple syrup, this cocktail is sweet, citrusy, and made for a great cause.

This month, we’re proud to support Village Friends! Their mission is to help adults 60+ remain independent, connected, and engaged by providing compassionate volunteer support and meaningful community connections throughout the Auburn-Opelika community.

A portion of the proceeds from every Dolly sold this month will go directly to Village Friends, helping support the meaningful work they do in our community.

Stop by this month, order a Dolly, and sip for a cause! Every cocktail helps make a difference. 🥂

08/18/2026

Drink of the Week: SunRyes ☀️🥃

Bright, citrusy, and with just the right amount of spice. Made with our brand new Lillian’s High Malt Rye, orange juice, lemon, dragonfruit, aromatic bitters, and a splash of ginger ale.

Come sip on the SunRyes for $9 all week long! Cheers!

08/11/2026

Drink of the Week: Coco Cobbler Daiquiri 🥥🍑

A little Southern sunshine in a glass! Made with Gene’s Spiced Rum, muddled peaches, coconut, lime, and almond simple syrup, this daiquiri is bright, fruity, tropical, and perfectly refreshing.

Come get your peachy paradise fix all week long! 🌴

08/05/2026

Meet Honey Harbor, our August Nonprofit Drink of the Month! 🍯⚓️

Crafted with your choice of Lake Martin Honey Cask Single Malt Wh***ey or Barrel Rested Gin, this refreshing cocktail features honey, lemon, pineapple, blackberry, and a splash of club soda.

For every Honey Harbor purchased, a portion of the proceeds will benefit Lake Watch.

Since its founding, Lake Watch has made a long-term commitment to the future of Lake Martin and the surrounding lake community through a comprehensive water quality monitoring program. Through volunteer science, partnerships, and advocacy, Lake Watch works to ensure that Lake Martin remains safe, clean, and healthy for generations to come.

Enjoy a Honey Harbor all month long for just $10 and help support the waters we all love. 🌊

07/28/2026

Drink of the Week: Caramel Apple Martini 🍸

We’re bringing a fall favorite to you a little early! Honey crisp apple, rich salted caramel, bright lemon, and our Elizabeth Vodka come together for the perfect balance of sweet and tart.

Whether you’re counting down the days to sweater weather or just love a good seasonal cocktail, this one’s for you!

✨ $9 all week long!

07/18/2026

Christmas is coming early at John Emerald Distilling! ☀️🎄

Join us Saturday, July 25 for our Christmas in July celebration! We’re bringing all the holiday cheer with a summertime twist.

🎅 🏄‍♂️Surfing Santa Scavenger Hunt
We’ve hidden 25 Surfing Santas throughout downtown Opelika, including some of your favorite local businesses. Find one and bring it to the distillery to claim FREE JED merchandise while supplies last!

✨ Plus enjoy:
- Over 50% OFF select JED merchandise
- A festive Christmas cocktail menu all week long
- Christmas carols with Jimmy Saturday evening starting at 7pm
- Holiday fun all day long!!

Grab your friends, hunt for Santa, and celebrate Christmas in July with us!

07/07/2026

Non-Profit Drink of the Month: The Veranda 💚

Refreshing, bright, and perfect for summer.

Made with Sarah’s Silver Rum, fresh cucumber, raspberry purée, lime, orange simple syrup, rose & citrus bitters, and topped with club soda.

This month’s featured nonprofit is REACH Community Respite Ministry, an incredible organization that creates community and embraces the needs of people living with dementia and the loved ones who care for them. Their work provides support, connection, and respite for families navigating an often challenging journey.

For every Veranda purchased this month, a portion of the proceeds will benefit REACH Community Respite Ministry. They are in great need of our community’s support, and every cocktail helps make a difference.

Stop by, enjoy a refreshing drink, and raise a glass to a great cause!

Address

706 N Railroad Avenue
Opelika, AL
36801

Opening Hours

Monday	3pm - 7pm
Tuesday	1pm - 10pm
Wednesday	1pm - 10pm
Thursday	1pm - 10pm
Friday	12pm - 12am
Saturday	12pm - 12am
Sunday	3pm - 7pm

Telephone

+13347375353

Website

http://www.johnemeralddistilling.com/

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