The Phillie Phanatic has a boozy little secret for surviving the dog days of summer.

Vodka and water. Neat. Hold the lemon.

Not for hydration. "He's a milk guy," jokes Tom Burgoyne, who brings the Phanatic to life.

Burgoyne, officially known as the mascot's best friend , works up a mighty sweat dancing on dugouts during Philadelphia's steamy summer nights. Lysol or Febreze used to be the go-tos for keeping the stench under control.

Most mascots these days order off the happy hour menu when they really want to feel fresh and clean on the inside.

FILE - The Phillie Phanatic, the Philadelphia Phillies mascot, leads the team onto the field ahead for their home-opener baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Monday, March 31, 2025, in Philadelphia. Matt Rourke / AP

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