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A Midwinter Night’s Dram Act 13 is a seasonal, limited-release rye whiskey from High West that’s become one of the most sought-after bottles each winter. This year’s release, finished in ruby and tawny port barrels, brings the same warm spice and fruit-forward richness fans have come to expect. |
High West’s A Midwinter Night’s Dram Act 13 is the 2025 release of their annual limited-edition rye whiskey.
Blending straight rye whiskey with a port barrel finish, Act 13 follows in the footsteps of its predecessors by delivering a bold, holiday-inspired pour that’s complex, warming, and perfect for the colder months. It’s one of the most anticipated seasonal drops on the whiskey calendar.
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Act 13 features the same blend and finishing style as prior Acts; straight rye whiskey finished in ruby and tawny port barrels, but with unique barrel selection that gives it slightly different characteristics from year to year.
Fans often compare each Act to previous releases to detect subtle shifts in flavor profile based on the cask variation.
High West describes Act 13 as having rich holiday spice and layered fruit notes.
Nose: Brandied cherry, fig jam, dried orange peel, winter baking spices (cinnamon, clove, nutmeg)
Palate: Molasses, plum and dark stone fruit, toasted oak, cinnamon and nutmeg, hint of rye spice
Finish: Long and warming, lingering port wine sweetness, soft spice and toasted sugar
A Midwinter Night’s Dram is a once-a-year limited release, with availability shrinking as demand continues to grow.
While Act 13 is technically distributed nationally, bottles sell out quickly in most markets and tend to reappear on secondary markets at higher prices.
If you enjoy finished rye whiskey or seasonal, spiced pours, Act 13 is a top-tier option.
Its port finish and proof point strike a rare balance between bold flavor and drinkability. At $149.99, it’s priced higher than a typical daily drinker—but offers strong value for a limited release of this quality.
A Midwinter Night’s Dram has become a seasonal tradition for American whiskey drinkers.
Act 13 continues that legacy with rich complexity and strong performance at its proof. It’s a bottle that lives up to its reputation—balanced, warming, and deeply enjoyable by the fire, neat or with a splash of water.
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