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| - Not only is the mustache a timeless fashion statement and overall badge of masculinity, but paired with the right cocktail as the overarching theme of the bar opens a new can of worms. Welcome, 'Stache House, to the streets of Southend with your brilliant decor, fantastic cocktails, and wonderful window decals showcasing different mustache styles.
Had the pleasure of checking out this newbie for an event this week.
First, the design of the space is stachetacular. The layout of everything involving text is clean, fun, and bright. All of the dark, finished wood really gives it a "Hey! This feels like my old man's den at home!" kind of vibe. Best part? Say hello to a brilliantly large print of a local mustachioed gentleman hanging above the overtly tall bench seats. Branding goes without question. You'll never have to explain to a perplexed friend/bar-goer why it is indeed given the monicker of "Stache House."
The concoctions are wonderful. All named after famous dudes with a stache. The Tom Selleck, The Charlie Chaplin, The Abrakadabra (homage to magicians everywhere), and others. The Charlie Chaplin is the perfect cocktail for me. Light, herby, not too sweet, with a generous pour of gin. Served in the craziest tumbler I've ever had the pleasure of drinking from. Most of the time I'm swindled into drinking from a martini glass, but not with this bad boy. Brilliant touch with the lime wedge hoisting a fresh basil leaf above the surface of the beverage. $10 which is pretty competitive against the rest of the cocktail scene in town.
Big bonus for not only carrying great bottled brews, but also a lineup of NC draughts. The versatility of this joint goes a long way for multiple crowds. Should you find yourself amongst friends who care for a cocktail, and you happen to not be the type, your haven may rest in a tall pint of the varietals from Highland, Duck Rabbit, etc. Hopefully some Charlotte brews popping up soon as well.
Whether stumbling in with a group of buds or sitting next to a stranger, a mustache is always a wonderful icebreaker. I look forward to coming back for a few more Chaplins and resting beneath the glorious stache print once more. Cheers!
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