High West Midwinter Nights Dram Act 11 Scene 8
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High West Midwinter Nights Dram Act 11 Scene 8
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Heritage
Act 11, Scene 8 is part of the 2023 release of High West’s cherished seasonal expression—a blend of straight rye whiskeys finished in Ruby and Tawny port barrels. Built on the Rendezvous Rye foundation, this bottling is designed to evoke the indulgence and warmth of winter evenings. While the “Scene” denotes a specific bottling run, the liquid in each is blended uniformly within the Act to ensure consistent flavor across all scenes.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Tasting Notes
The nose greets you with rich layers of stewed fruits like fig, plum, and cherry, followed by warm baking spices including cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. There’s a silky undertone of vanilla custard, caramel, and subtle mocha. On the palate, the dram opens with dark fruit preserves, cranberry compote, and poached pear, met with the peppery kick of rye spice. Flavors of gingerbread, sweet tobacco, and toasted oak develop mid-palate, leading to a luxurious, well-rounded finish. The texture is syrupy yet balanced, and the port influence lingers with a final whisper of dried fruit, tea leaves, and oak spice.
Food Pairings
This release pairs beautifully with holiday meals and rich winter dishes. Roasted duck with berry glaze, pork tenderloin with cherry sauce, or venison stew bring out the dram’s fruit and spice. Aged cheeses like Gouda or Stilton complement the creamy texture and complexity. For dessert, pair with gingerbread, fig-and-nut tarts, dark chocolate truffles, or fruitcake to mirror its layered sweetness and warmth.
Craftsmanship
High West Distillery, based in Park City, Utah, is known for blending sourced and in-house rye whiskies with bold, expressive finishes. A Midwinter Night’s Dram is their most anticipated annual release, launched each fall as a limited offering. Each Act reflects the vintage year, and each Scene indicates the specific bottling sequence. Act 11 is praised for striking a strong balance between fruit-forward port character and the spicy, structured rye base—especially in later scenes like Scene 8, which many consider among the standouts of the Act.Recommended products
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