The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) vs Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

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

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum
DistilleryThe MacallanHavana Club
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£1599.95£1725
Rating4.25/5

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value3/100

Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is rated higher (4.25 vs 0.00).

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is better value at £1600 vs £1725.

For beginners: Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
  • +More affordable (£1599.95 vs £1725)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1725 vs £1599.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)

Who should buy The?

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Havana?

Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolateTobacco

Only Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

HoneyVanillaCooked FruitOily

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