Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum
Havana Club
£495

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Havana Club | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.2% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £495 | £599.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum is better value at £495 vs £600.
For beginners: Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£495 vs £599.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (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 (£599.95 vs £495)
Who should buy Havana?
Havana Club Union 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.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (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 Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Only Havana Club Union Single Modernist Rum
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)