A lot of the same flavors presented by the Abraxas, but richer on both ends. Lots of caramelized sugar in the aroma and flavor, and the stout runs toward bolder flavors as well. Never veers off balance, though, and it finished clean, not like what I noted in the regular Velvet Glove. I don't know if this is an always-OMG! but I did enjoy it more than the Abraxas.