It pours a dark black with a fizzy, tan head. Doesn't look to be holding too well. You definitely would expect a frothier head on a cream stout. Aroma is nothing too out of the ordinary for a typical stout. Pretty chocolatey. Some roast character and esters shine through as well. It's very easy on the nose, clean, and lager-like.
Upfront it is very dry and hits with some strong roastiness. Very subtle, pale malt flavor. A chocolate character sneaks up and is washed away with some herbal hops. Very light body and not too silky or creamy, which is something you expect from this style. Goes down smooth and is very sessionable. Nothing strong or distinctive lingers.
This really isn't a bad session beer, but I can't imagine many people would consider it a cream stout unless it was printed on the label. Not a bad beer but definitely far from being on style.
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