Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum
Havana Club
£1725
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 4.25
£1600
| Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Havana Club | The Macallan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £1725 | £1599.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.25/5 |
Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
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).
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)
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
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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Havana Club Maximo Extra Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum
Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)