Koskenkorva 013 Pure Plain Vodka 70cl / 40%
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Koskenkorva 013 Pure Plain Vodka 70cl is a Finnish vodka distilled from barley at the Koskenkorva distillery in western Finland and bottled at 40% ABV. It is a light, highly neutral style: the spirit moves easily in the glass and smells notably dry. Continuous distillation is used to produce a very clean result, letting a gentle barley character show without any heaviness. Koskenkorva is one of the best-known vodka names in Finland, and this bottle suits drinkers who want a crisp, unfussy spirit for small chilled glasses with food or for simple mixed drinks. Wodka Company delivers Koskenkorva 013 Pure Plain Vodka to UK customers from its London shop.
Koskenkorva 013 tasting notes
- Nose: Clean and dry, with faint cereal and a touch of fresh bread.
- Palate: Light-bodied and smooth, showing a subtle barley sweetness and a crisp texture.
- Finish: Short to medium, cool and clean.
As a Finnish barley vodka, it sits at the lighter, drier end of the spectrum, with no added flavour.
How to drink Koskenkorva
In the Nordic manner, serve it straight from the freezer in small glasses alongside gravlax, pickled herring, new potatoes with dill and dark rye bread. It also makes a clean base for long drinks over ice. It suits a Midsummer table or a late-summer crayfish supper in the Finnish style, sipped slowly between courses.
Cocktails with Koskenkorva vodka
- Grapefruit Highball: 50 ml over ice in a tall glass, topped with 150 ml pink grapefruit soda and a squeeze of lime.
- Lingonberry Cooler: 40 ml over ice with 80 ml lingonberry juice drink and 60 ml soda water, garnished with a lemon slice.
- Blueberry Smash: muddle a small handful of blueberries with 15 ml sugar syrup and 15 ml lemon juice, add 50 ml vodka, shake with ice and strain over crushed ice.
How it compares
Looking at Koskenkorva vs Reyka, the Icelandic vodka uses wheat and barley and feels a little softer and rounder, whereas Koskenkorva is drier and more neutral. Tito's Handmade Vodka, distilled from corn in Texas, is sweeter and fuller still. Among the plain vodkas we stock, Koskenkorva is one of the crispest options.
Good to know
Koskenkorva takes its name from the village in western Finland where the distillery stands. The 70cl bottle is a good pick for a Scandinavian-themed dinner or a gift for anyone who enjoys Nordic food and drink.
Frequently asked questions
What does Koskenkorva vodka taste like?
Koskenkorva 013 Pure Plain Vodka is very clean and dry, with a faint note of barley and fresh bread and a light, crisp body. The finish is short and cool, so the vodka acts as a neutral base that lets mixers or food take the lead.
Where is Koskenkorva vodka made?
Koskenkorva is made at the distillery in the village of Koskenkorva, in Ilmajoki in western Finland, using barley grown by Finnish farmers. The brand takes its name from that village, and Finns often call it simply Kossu.
What mixer goes with Koskenkorva?
Koskenkorva 013 Pure Plain Vodka is neutral enough to work with almost any mixer, and pink grapefruit soda, tonic water and cranberry juice are all good choices. Grapefruit is a favourite Finnish pairing, best known from the gin-based long drink sold across Finland.
