High West A Midwinter’s Night’s Dram Act 13 Scene 12 750mL is a highly coveted limited-release rye whiskey crafted for the winter season. This annual release features High West’s signature blend of straight rye whiskies finished in port barrels and French oak, creating one of the most flavorful and theatrical rye expressions on the market. Act 13 Scene 12 continues the tradition with remarkable depth, warmth, and spice—perfect for fireside sipping.

This edition showcases an enchanting balance of dark fruit, baking spice, fig, cinnamon, herbal rye, vanilla, and toasted oak, all wrapped in a rich, warming finish. A collector favorite, each Act and Scene is bottled in small batches, making this release both rare and highly sought after.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Mulled wine, fig jam, clove, cinnamon, dark berries, toasted oak

• Palate: Spiced rye, port-soaked fruit, caramel, dried cherries, nutmeg, vanilla

• Finish: Long, warm, cozy, with lingering baking spice, oak, and port sweetness

FAQs

• What is Act 13 Scene 12?
Each year High West releases A Midwinter’s Night’s Dram in multiple scenes. Act 13 Scene 12 is one of the small-batch bottlings from the 2025/2026 cycle.

• What makes Midwinter’s Night’s Dram unique?
Its signature port and French oak barrel finishing, which adds deep fruitiness and winter spice to their rye whiskey.

• Is it the same every year?
No — each Act and Scene varies slightly due to barrel variation and blending, adding to its collectibility.

• Is this release limited?
Yes — it is highly limited and allocated, often selling out immediately upon release.

• What proof is it?
Proof varies slightly by scene, but Midwinter’s Night’s Dram typically ranges between 98–101 proof.

• How should I drink it?
Best enjoyed neat or with a single cube, allowing the port and spice notes to shine.