Noticing the cider pub was still open due to recently extended hours, I stopped in for my rare treat, favorite pineapple blend and two snifter tasters of cider slushy.
The one with the rose added was 5% and blended smoothly (my pick of the eve), while the one with 8% and hibiscus had a flavorful bite-kick to it.
Hip hop romance music with the guy singing about his girl crew, etc., and stunt bicycling on the big screen while chatting with the low-key evening bartender who remembered me was relaxing.
No pressure to socialize or being hit upon by easy players and/or desperados, nor overt competition from the latest gaggle of hussies.
Just some college kids returning their sample trays with friendly politeness, and the rest of the scene openly inviting.
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