This is one I wasn't seeking out, but I was in a local ABC as they were putting out 6 bottles and I had a little extra cash so... I took a chance. MWND Act 7 Scene 2 NOSE: The nose on High West seldom disappoints and this one is no exception. Complex and Evolving the longer it sits. Definitely Rye! I get a savory Umami Note that for me is a characteristic of several HW Ryes. Dried Herbs and Spices like Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Clove, Dill and Mustard Seed. You also have some Dried Dark Fruits in the background. Think Raisins or Prunes. After a while, the Dill begins to dominate. A nose of the empty glass yield Floral and Oak notes that transition to a Humidor full of Cigars. Very good! NEAT: Dry Spicy Oak dominates. Dry Red Wine, Dried Fruit, with just a touch of Vanilla. I get Sweet Tea down the center of the tongue with Black Pepper down the sides. Nice warming Medium Length Finish. The palate is coated with the Spicy Oak, Fresh Mint and Port Wine. This fades to a Grassy, Earthy note. The Mouthfeel is Silky and Tingly. SPLASH: The palate on MWND seems almost angry or aggressive, but a little water has a calming effect. To the nose it adds Orange Peel and Caramelized Sugars. Burnt Pie Crust? Transforms the nose more to the sweet side. It really helps some of the conflicting notes on the palate play a little more nicely together. Reduces the Black Pepper and helps bring the Vanilla to the forefront. The Wood is a little less dominant as well. Takes on a Sweet-ish Wine-y quality. The coating of the palate is a little sweeter and the nice Grassy Note on the finish arrives sooner and is more pronounced. Cherries also make a late appearance. The more I drink of this, the more I like it. VERDICT: While this is not something I sought to purchase, I'm glad I lucked into it and purchased it on impulse. I was struggling with this until I gave it a little water. There are probably not very many spirits I've reviewed that have more notes under "splash" than "neat". An interesting whiskey and I could see myself buying it again, even with the $100 price tag. Well done HW!