Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Havana Club Don Navarro Single Modernist Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Havana Club Don Navarro Single Modernist Rum
Havana Club
£135
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Havana Club Don Navarro Single Modernist Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Havana Club |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 51.7% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £135 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Havana Club Don Navarro Single Modernist Rum
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Havana Club Don Navarro Single Modernist Rum
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £135.
For beginners: Havana Club Don Navarro Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 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 affordable (£89.95 vs £135)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Havana Club Don Navarro Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£135 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Havana?
Havana Club Don Navarro 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 Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Havana Club Don Navarro Single Modernist Rum