Pours a hazy brown orange with solid one-finger tan head into a tulip.

Nose is boozy and astringent. Dark fruit, brown sugar, some peppery spiciness and a hint of orange. Some hints of chocolate coming through as it warms.

Mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with a bit of chewiness.

Taste is a solid Belgian strong dark ale with all the added spices mingling and adding some nice flavor. Similar to the nose, the alcohol comes through a bit, though not overpowering at all. A mild astringency and dryness in the finish. Orange, dark fruit and brown sugar notes throughout.

Drinkability is good given the mostly hidden 10% ABV. Easy to put away a full bottle without a second thought.

Overall this is another nice one from Ommegang. It's a little different, and that certainly makes it worth trying. Great for a cold winter's night, spicy and warming. I have another bottle of this I'll be saving for a night closer to the holidays.