Chopin Rye Vodka vs Corn Whiskey 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Chopin Rye VodkaCorn Whiskey 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryChopinHeaven Hill
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeCorn
ABV40%64.9%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£39.75£49.95
Rating4.00/5

Chopin Rye Vodka

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Corn Whiskey 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner35/100
Value80/100

Chopin Rye Vodka

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Corn Whiskey 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Corn Whiskey 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (4.00 vs 0.00).

Chopin Rye Vodka is better value at £40 vs £50.

For beginners: Chopin Rye Vodka is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Chopin Rye Vodka

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.75 vs £49.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Corn Whiskey 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (64.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £39.75)

Who should buy Chopin?

Chopin Rye Vodka suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Corn?

Corn Whiskey 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Solvent

Only Corn Whiskey 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

OilyToastedCooked Mash

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