Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist RumArdbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryHavana ClubArdbeg
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.1%
AgeNAS24 yr
Price£600£724.95
Rating5.00/5

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value7/100

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum is better value at £600 vs £725.

For beginners: Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£600 vs £724.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£724.95 vs £600)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Havana?

Havana Club Tributo 2018 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 Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum

FragantCitricFresh FruitVanilla

Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

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