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| - This is a perfect example of what a local bar should be, as it is a located in a storefront on trade street that harkens back to days of old, but once you walk inside, you are greeted and treated like family in a very genuine and authentic way that is hard to find at most places large or small these days.
The owner/bartender Brandon welcomed me with open arms and even though there was a decent crowd at the bar, he took the time to explain the concept of the bar to me, (private membership which included filling out info on an iPad along with a $5 membership fee that was simply added to the tab) including letting me know all about the local spirits and beers they carried. He also shared a few anecdotes about the various spirits which was a nice touch and really added to the down home feel of the place. At no time did I feel like an outcast, as both the staff and the bar patrons were friendly from the start and made me feel right at home even though it was my first time there.
The Matthews market mule that I ordered was without a doubt the best take on a Moscow mule that I have ever had, as the local Salamander vodka paired with the cinnamon and apple that was added to the drink made took it to a completely different level than the standard Moscow mule as the flavors complemented each other so well and the drink didn't have the heavy ginger beer taste that is so typical of most Moscow mules that I have tried across Charlotte.
In closing, I just want to say that this is the kind of place that I wish was closer to me as I would totally be a regular if it was. Also would be cool if they served food, but they do allow you to bring in food from the local places, but not the same as a one stop shop. Small nit picky things to be sure as the positives far outweigh these minor issues and these things definitely don't keep Stumptown Station from joining the exclude five star club, as this place is a keeper no doubt about it!
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