Spirited sort?

BARFLY

This person might be found holding court at the end of the bar, especially during happy hour. Their stories often get louder as the night goes on.

"Spirited sort" is a playful hint for "barfly" because it uses a double meaning. "Spirited" can describe someone lively or energetic, but it also nods to alcohol ("spirits"), making it a clever fit for a bar regular. The question mark signals wordplay, suggesting the answer isn’t literal—it’s a pun on both personality and drinking culture.