Celebrating 100 Years of Ale-8-One: Meet the Winchester High Ball
A Century of Flavor, Rooted in Winchester
On August 1st, downtown Winchester comes alive to celebrate a major milestone: 100 years of Ale-8-One. Since 1926, "A Late One" has been a staple of Kentucky culture, putting our hometown on the map and serving as a badge of pride for generations of Central Kentuckians.
To honor a century of tradition, three iconic local institutions are coming together to create something truly special. Ale-8-One, Regeneration Distilling Co., and Mt. Folly have partnered to craft the Winchester High Ball—the official cocktail of Ale-8-One Day.
The Taste of Winchester in a Single Glass
This collaboration isn't just about mixing a great drink; it's a celebration of Winchester’s deep agricultural history and local craftsmanship:
- Ale-8-One: The crisp, ginger-citrus soda that has defined Winchester for 100 years.
- Regeneration Distilling Co. & Mt. Folly: Featuring Boone's Settlement Wheated Rye Whiskey, distilled right here in Winchester from rye grown on historic Mt. Folly land once owned by Daniel Boone and aged inside a traditional Kentucky tobacco barn.
When you bring these regional elements together, you get a cocktail that is smooth, bright, and steeped in local heritage.
The Official Winchester High Ball Recipe
Whether you're raising a glass in downtown Winchester on August 1st or mixing it up at home, here is how to craft the ultimate taste of Clark County:
Ingredients:
- 4 oz Original Ale-8
- 1 oz Boone’s Settlement Wheated Rye Whiskey
- 5 drops 100% Lemon Juice
- Fresh Ice
Instructions:
- Fill a mason jar or highball glass with fresh ice.
- Pour in 1 oz of Boone’s Settlement Wheated Rye Whiskey.
- Top with 4 oz of chilled Original Ale-8.
- Add 5 drops of pure lemon juice, stir gently, and toast to 100 years of Winchester history!
Join Us Downtown on August 1st!
Come celebrate Ale-8-One Day in downtown Winchester on August 1st. Order a Winchester High Ball at participating local spots, support local businesses, and raise a glass to the community, land, and heritage that continue to put Winchester on the map.
