My first experiences with R&B Brewing were in about 1997. Unfortunately the R&B web site doesn't have much info about the company (ie when they opened!) but their beer was good then and it's still good now.

To the matter at hand, R&B Raven Cream Ale. This is a very smooth drinking beer with a nice rich dark flavor. The taste is similar to Nelson After Dark so if that's your style then you'll like this for sure. It's a bit smoother than After Dark plus I'd say a bit more 'creamy' - I guess that makes sense given the name.

I'd rate this beer quite highly. If you want something darker and a HELL of a lot better than Shaftsbury Cream Ale check out R&B. They're local and you'll find them on tap at quite a few places around the city.