Somewhat red in colour, but basically golden. I immediately flagged down the waiter and asked if this was the correct beer, but it was. The smell was nothing great, just a typical ale. No large presence of hops nor malt in this beer, just an average amount of a decent tasting beer. Aftertaste was acceptable as well. Could use a little work, but is better than any Macrobrew at anytime of day. Tasted at RT's in Court House (Arlington), Virginia.