Bowmore 25 Year Old vs Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bowmore 25 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 5.00
£403

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum
Havana Club
£600
| Bowmore 25 Year Old | Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Havana Club |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £402.5 | £600 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum
Quick verdict
Bowmore 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 25 Year Old is better value at £403 vs £600.
For beginners: Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£402.5 vs £600)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£600 vs £402.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore 25 Year Old
Only Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum