1.   But some cream ales were ales in name only, and others were odd mixtures of ale and lager.

2.   Cream ales have a long history in the United States and have had their devotees.

3.   Frederick also brews Hempen Golden, a cream ale with hemp seeds.

4.   In this century, cream ales have often been blended with lagers, giving them a bit of crispness while retaining their slightly sweet character.