High West A Midwinter Night's Dram Act 12 is the 2024 edition of High West's holiday release: a rye whiskey finished in French oak port casks, bottled at 98.6 proof. Each year's act is released in numbered scenes; this bottle is Scene 7.
High West, in Park City, Utah, is famous for its blending, and A Midwinter Night's Dram has become one of the most anticipated releases of the season. The port barrels bring plums and dried fruits, while the French oak adds a spice accent, creating a profile meant to evoke a holiday plum pudding.
On the nose come brandied cherries, Calimyrna figs and grapefruit zest, with dried cherry, fig jam and toasted oak. The palate brings poached white peaches, stewed rhubarb and espresso, with caramel, dark chocolate and blackberry over rye spice, and the finish lingers with vanilla, port wine and subtle oak tannins.
The theatrical label makes it a beloved holiday gift and a collectable piece for High West fans.
Pour it neat by the fire, or use it in a winter Manhattan.
American rye whiskey is made from a mash of at least 51% rye and aged in new charred oak, giving it a spicier, drier character than bourbon, with notes of pepper, herbs and baking spice.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Brandied cherries, figs, grapefruit zest and toasted oak.
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Palate: Poached peach, rhubarb, espresso, caramel and blackberry.
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Finish: Vanilla, port wine and oak tannins.
Specifications
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Producer: High West Distillery
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Style: Rye Whiskey, port finish
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Expression / Batch: A Midwinter Night's Dram, Act 12, Scene 7
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Proof / ABV: 98.6 proof (49.3% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: French oak port casks
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Region: Park City, Utah
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve it neat, or in a Manhattan. It pairs with plum pudding, figs or blue cheese.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is it finished?
In French oak port casks.
What year is Act 12?
The 2024 release.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 98.6 proof.
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