Like I'd expect from Stone, there's a huge smell of hops when I first opened the bottle.Oddly enough, you can only taste the hops in the aftertaste, and they taste a bit different than they smell.
It's surprisingly dull for a beer that's by a company that prides itself on making strong and interesting beers. Oh, it's still more interesting than the stereotypical american beer. But that's not saying a whole lot.
I think this company depends on hops a little too much, and while I've only tried a couple of their brews I have to say that so far I haven't noticed much variety in the hops so far. Some companies who like their hops come up with different combinations for every style they make, making it so that each beer is distinct, different, and enjoyable in their own ways. I'll reserve judgment until I try a few more of Stone's styles, but for now I'm getting the impression that they may be a one-trick pony. It's a pretty good trick, but it's still just one.
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