This is quite spicy. There's a lot of bitterness and firework hogo. It's a bit meaty too. The palate has an huge richness to it and the flavor is very full. It can be a bit oppressive, but pay it more attention and the flavors develop more. Vanilla and butterscotch come out with some odd hints of Cheetos and some grainy (wheat and rye) notes. There might be a hint of corn (or banana?), but it is minimal. The spices taste a tad like Christmas but clove is the most prominent by far. There are some suggestions of fruit but they are minimal. Alcohol can be spotted, but it is largely overwhelmed. The fireworks are really strong and although I do enjoy the complexity that is somewhat present, the balance is off. This is in the 15 to 16 range.