Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist RumScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryCentenarioScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£44.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum

Smoke64/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is better value at £45 vs £56.

For beginners: Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Cooked Fruit

Only Centenario Gran Legado 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum

SmokeyNuttyToasted

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedDried Fruit

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