For the flavor palate, with this dish you’re going to experience a noticeable amount of heat but it shouldn’t be overwhelming. The addition of the dash of cinnamon was something I discovered by accident, as with it the spice level becomes much less overwhelming. While normally I advocate spicing with reckless abandon, with this recipe less is more. Just a touch of cinnamon will be more than enough to achieve the desired, full up and down sweet and spicy ride of a good bite of chili.