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Vodka vs. Whisky — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Vodka and Whisky

    These are the specific foods used in this comparison Alcoholic beverage, distilled, vodka, 80 proof and Alcoholic beverage, distilled, whiskey, 86 proof.

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    Mineral Comparison

    Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
    Vodka
    1
    :
    5
    Whisky
    Contains more Phosphorus +66.7%
    Contains more Iron +100%
    Contains less Sodium -100%
    Contains more Zinc +∞%
    Contains more Copper +40%
    Contains more Manganese +∞%
    Equal in Potassium - 1
    Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 0% 1% 0% 3% 1% 1% 0% 4% 0% 0%
    Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 0% 1% 0% 2% 1% 0% 1% 5% 2% 0%
    Contains more Phosphorus +66.7%
    Contains more Iron +100%
    Contains less Sodium -100%
    Contains more Zinc +∞%
    Contains more Copper +40%
    Contains more Manganese +∞%
    Equal in Potassium - 1

    Vitamin Comparison

    Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
    Vodka
    1
    :
    2
    Whisky
    Contains more Vitamin B2 +600%
    Contains more Vitamin B1 +60%
    Contains more Vitamin B3 +∞%
    Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 2% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
    Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 2% 1% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
    Contains more Vitamin B2 +600%
    Contains more Vitamin B1 +60%
    Contains more Vitamin B3 +∞%

    Macronutrient Comparison

    Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
    Vodka
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    :
    2
    Whisky
    Contains more Carbs +∞%
    Equal in Water - 63.9
    Equal in Other - 36
    67% 33%
    Protein: 0 g
    Fats: 0 g
    Carbs: 0 g
    Water: 66.6 g
    Other: 33.4 g
    64% 36%
    Protein: 0 g
    Fats: 0 g
    Carbs: 0.1 g
    Water: 63.9 g
    Other: 36 g
    Contains more Carbs +∞%
    Equal in Water - 63.9
    Equal in Other - 36

    Comparison summary table

    Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
    Vodka Whisky
    Lower in Sodium ok
    Lower in Sugar ok
    Lower in Cholesterol Equal
    Lower in Saturated Fat Equal
    Lower in Glycemic Index Equal
    Lower in price Equal
    Rich in minerals Equal
    Rich in vitamins Equal

    All nutrients comparison - raw data values

    Nutrient Vodka Whisky Opinion
    Net carbs 0g 0.1g Whisky
    Carbs 0g 0.1g Whisky
    Calories 231kcal 250kcal Whisky
    Sugar 0g 0.1g Vodka
    Iron 0.01mg 0.02mg Whisky
    Phosphorus 5mg 3mg Vodka
    Potassium 1mg 1mg
    Sodium 1mg 0mg Whisky
    Zinc 0mg 0.02mg Whisky
    Copper 0.01mg 0.014mg Whisky
    Manganese 0mg 0.008mg Whisky
    Vitamin B1 0.005mg 0.008mg Whisky
    Vitamin B2 0.007mg 0.001mg Vodka
    Vitamin B3 0mg 0.05mg Whisky

    Which food is preferable for your diet?

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    ok
    is better in case of low diet
    Vodka Whisky
    Low Fats diet Equal
    Low Carbs diet ok
    Low Calories diet ok
    Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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    Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score

    The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
    Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
    0%
    Vodka
    0%
    Whisky
    Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
    1%
    Vodka
    1%
    Whisky

    Comparison summary

    Which food contains less Sodium?
    Whisky
    Whisky contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
    Which food is lower in Sugar?
    Vodka
    Vodka is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.1g)
    Which food contains less Cholesterol?
    ?
    The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
    Which food contains less Saturated Fat?
    ?
    The foods are relatively equal in Saturated Fat (0 g)
    Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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    The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
    Which food is cheaper?
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    The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
    Which food is richer in minerals?
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    It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
    Which food is richer in vitamins?
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    It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

    References

    All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

    1. Vodka - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174818/nutrients
    2. Whisky - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174819/nutrients

    All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

    Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.