Started with bottle "0" from Rick today. He provided 2 beautiful blind samples as a participant in the GCBS Sample Swap. Love working on blind samples. I primed the palate with a small nip of Benchmark. I actually like Benchmark; don't judge. On to the sample. Color as you can see is a beautiful golden. It has some decent legs but nothing spectacular. Nose is a great sweet butterscotch and toffee. I sense a slight hint of oak. Mouthfeel is light. Palate has that same sweetness from the nose. A small amount of spiciness. Reminds me of Indian Creek Bondhouse and Balcones True Blue. Finish has a some dark chocolatey like notes. Medium length. Proof is 114 High Proof like I love. This is an amazing dram for me.