I'm a bit of a pyro. When I smell Bowmore 12 Islay Single Malt, I get a warming scent of freshly split logs being singed in a fire pit. It's oddly comforting. Later on, notes of orange, pear and vanilla come through. While neat, the sips feel like I'm dancing in the flames from the fire. It's earthy, brings some heat and moderate smoke. While this coats my mouth, the finish is medium-long and dry. The peat gently fades into the background post-drink.  If this scotch was a person, it would be the rugged individual who split those crackling logs with an axe; perhaps with a beard, broad chest, sincere eyes and tales to tell into the late hours of the evening. 7.75/10