Consumption
Ale-8 is available in bottles or cans. It is widely preferred that the beverage be drunk from a glass bottle, rather than cans or plastic bottles. Ale-8 traditionalists are even known to refuse to drink Ale-8 from the newer glass bottles. Instead, they prefer the older "returnable" glass bottles. (so-named because they can be returned to certain stores for approximately 30 cents each). The "returnable" bottles are often referred to as long-necks or dragon bottles, while the more modern design are designated short-necks. All types of Ale8 (20oz plastic bottle, Long Necks, throw-away glass bottles, cans, and Fountain machine Ale8s) are all known to have subtle flavor differences.
Some Kentuckians are fond of mixing Ale-8-One with one of the commonwealth's many bourbons, such as Maker's Mark, Wild Turkey, or Buffalo Trace. This has been named the "Kentucky Cocktail", and it is a signature drink at some Kentucky establishments such as the Marriott Griffin Gate in Lexington.
Ale-8 is also often mixed with vodka, with the resulting concoction known as a "Tender Lovin'". Seagram's Seven and Ale-8 are mixed to produce Kentucky Beer.
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