10/19/2026
Looking for a wh***ey worth trying this week? Stop into Last Ditch Brew Pub and enjoy Blake’s Wh***ey of the Week: High West A Midwinter Night’s Dram, Act 14, Scene 9.
Crafted by High West Distillery in Park City, Utah, A Midwinter Night’s Dram is one of the most anticipated annual rye wh***ey releases. Inspired by Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, this limited-edition wh***ey brings together a blend of straight rye wh***eys finished in Port barrels. Act 14 celebrates High West’s 20th anniversary and introduces additional Sherry barrel finishes, creating an even more complex drinking experience. Bottled at 98.6 proof, it strikes a beautiful balance between rich sweetness and traditional rye spice.
Expect inviting notes of blackberry preserves, dark cherries, figs, vanilla, and warm baking spices. The palate delivers layers of ripe plum, blood orange, caramel, cinnamon, and toasted oak, with a touch of nuttiness from the Sherry barrel influence. The finish is long, warming, and pleasantly spiced, with lingering dark fruit and just enough rye character to remind you what makes this wh***ey special.
Blake recommends enjoying this one neat with a full 2-ounce pour to appreciate its rich flavors, but wh***ey should always be enjoyed however you like it. Neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of water—the right way is your way.
With its combination of rye spice, rich fruit, and unique barrel finishing, this limited annual release is a perfect wh***ey for the cooler fall evenings ahead.
Come in, raise a glass, and enjoy a little taste of winter before it arrives. Cheers!
