{"product_id":"high-west-a-midwinter-night-s-dram-act-14","title":"High West A Midwinter Night’s Dram Act 14 (Pre-Order)","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eTHIS IS A PRE-ORDER ITEM—IT IS EXPECTED TO SHIP OCTOBER 2026 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh West A Midwinter Night’s Dram Act 14\u003c\/strong\u003e is the latest chapter shown here in High West’s celebrated limited-release rye whiskey series. Built around a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of straight rye whiskeys finished in Port barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, this seasonal expression combines rye’s characteristic spice with the lush, fruit-driven influence of fortified-wine casks.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Port-barrel finish brings additional richness to the rye foundation, creating an expressive profile centered on \u003cstrong\u003edark fruit, dried berries, vanilla, caramel, baking spices and seasoned oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. The natural peppery character of rye provides contrast, producing a whiskey that balances sweetness, spice and mature barrel notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong\u003e49.3% ABV (98.6 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Act 14 has enough strength to carry its concentrated flavors while remaining approachable as a premium sipping whiskey. Expect layers reminiscent of \u003cstrong\u003eblack cherry, plum, dried fruit, cinnamon, vanilla, caramel and rye spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a warming, fruit-forward finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAct 14 Release\u003c\/strong\u003e — A numbered release in High West’s A Midwinter Night’s Dram series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Rye Whiskey Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e — Created from a blend of straight rye whiskeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinished in Port Barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e — Port cask influence adds rich dark-fruit and dessert-spice character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98.6 Proof \/ 49.3% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e — Robust bottling strength suited to slow sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Engagement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Presented by High West as a limited-release whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750mL Bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard full-size American whiskey presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich aromas of \u003cstrong\u003eblack cherry, dried berries, plum and vanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e layered with cinnamon, caramel and rye spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full and warming with \u003cstrong\u003edark fruit, caramel, vanilla, baking spice and seasoned oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, balanced by the peppery character of rye whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering \u003cstrong\u003ePort-influenced fruit, cinnamon, oak, vanilla and rye spice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIndividual perceptions and exact characteristics can vary by batch and scene.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eServe \u003cstrong\u003eA Midwinter Night’s Dram Act 14\u003c\/strong\u003e neat in a Glencairn or other tulip-shaped whiskey glass and allow it several minutes to open. Its combination of rye spice and Port-barrel richness makes it particularly suited to slow sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA few drops of water can soften the 98.6-proof structure and emphasize its fruit and baking-spice character. It can also be served over a single large cube for gradual dilution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is High West A Midwinter Night’s Dram Act 14?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong\u003elimited-release blend of straight rye whiskeys finished in Port barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e from High West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Act 14 mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh West identifies releases in the A Midwinter Night’s Dram series by numbered \u003cstrong\u003eActs\u003c\/strong\u003e, with individual bottlings also carrying a Scene designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat scene is pictured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAct 14, Scene 1\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Act 14?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bottle is \u003cstrong\u003e49.3% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, equivalent to \u003cstrong\u003e98.6 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs A Midwinter Night’s Dram a rye whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. it is a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of straight rye whiskeys\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the whiskey finished?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rye whiskey blend is \u003cstrong\u003efinished in Port barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Port finishing contribute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePort-barrel maturation is commonly associated with flavors reminiscent of \u003cstrong\u003edark berries, plum, dried fruit and rich sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e, complementing rye whiskey’s natural spice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High West Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51900012560617,"sku":"HIGH-WEST-A-MIDWINTER-NIGHTS-DRAM-ACT-14","price":124.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3250\/8905\/files\/HighWestMidwinterNightsDramAct14.webp?v=1789759344","url":"https:\/\/bourbonhuntusa.com\/products\/high-west-a-midwinter-night-s-dram-act-14","provider":"Bourbon Hunt USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}