Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£50
Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Centenario
£45
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Centenario |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.7% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Quick verdict
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is better value at £45 vs £50.
For beginners: Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £44.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Braeval?
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Centenario?
Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum