Costco has long been known for selling bulk quantities of high quality foods and other consumables at discount prices. And those discounts are even sweeter when they are packaged with the Costco store brand – Kirkland Signature. As a decade-plus Costco customer and occasional beer, wine, and spirits consumer (responsibly and in moderation, of course), I had always found the Costco liquor selection to be somewhat under-developed over the years. Fortunately, for frugal drinkers, that is no longer the case.
I have been pleasantly surprised to see that Costco has built out its Kirkland Signature liquor selection. In fact, it is now one of the product categories that makes Costco membership worth the cost for me (along with Costco gas and Costco dog and cat food). And I can always get a membership fee refund, if it’s not worth it.
What kind of alcohol does Costco sell? Unfortunately, there is (was) really no easy way to find out online what alcohol Costco sells and how much it costs. If you Google search for “Costco alcohol”, “Costco liquor”, “Costco spirits”, “Costco beer”, “Costco wine”, or “Kirkland Signature alcohol”, “Kirkland Signature liquor”, “Kirkland Signature spirits”, “Kirkland Signature beer”, “Kirkland Signature wine”, the first result is either this page or this page – both being dead blank pages with zero product info. You may also be taken to a costco.com.au (Australia site) with alcohol products and prices that are completely different than what the Costco stores in the U.S. sell.
Your guess is as good as mine as to why Costco doesn’t want people to know what alcohol they sell or how much it costs (e.g. an alcohol price list), but given that it is such a mammoth company and their prices are favorable to similar brand-name marketed products, I can’t imagine it is an oversight. There could be a few possible factors at play, but I’ll leave the punditry to your imagination. Whatever the case, I decided to fill the void and create an “ultimate guide” to Costco’s alcohol selection. I sought out the answers to the following questions:
- Can you buy alcohol at Costco without a membership?
- What types of Kirkland Signature house brand beer, wine, and spirits does Costco sell?
- What are the volume quantities for Costco Kirkland alcohol?
- How much does Costco Kirkland alcohol cost?
- Who makes Kirkland Signature beer, wine, and spirits?
Before we continue, I think it’s important to note that, in my view, alcohol is purely a luxury item – nowhere near being a necessity. If you have a negative or tiny personal savings rate, high-interest debt, or any sort of a drinking problem – you’d best avoid the stuff altogether.
Can you Buy Alcohol at Costco Without a Membership?
Let’s address this first. Legal drinking age is not the only factor at play in buying alcohol at Costco. As I highlighted in my how to shop at Costco without a membership post, it appears that buying alcohol at Costco is one of the few exceptions where you may not need a membership to purchase. At a minimum, the following states have had laws in place that require shopping membership clubs to sell alcohol to the general public without membership:
- Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Texas, or Vermont.
There are varying reports on whether Costco has adopted the same policy in other states. Your mileage may vary in your state.
And while you can purchase Costco items on Instacart, you are unable to purchase Costco alcohol offerings (at least in my state of Michigan) – even though you are allowed to purchase alcohol at Sam’s Club and other stores.
On to the aisle… note that the Costco alcohol prices and selection may vary by location and by date.
Costco Kirkland Signature American Vodka
- Price: $14.99
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: USA
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: Fairmont Ltd. Mira Loma, CA
- Notes & Description: I’ve purchased – and it’s a solid, smooth vodka. Distilled 6 times and “offers an extraordinarily smooth mildly sweet finish”. Incredible value at this price and volume.
Costco Kirkland Signature French Vodka
- Price: $21.69
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: France
- Importer: Misa Imports Inc. Dallas, TX
- Maker: Distilleria de Gayant bottles in same region as Grey Goose. But rumor is they are not made by the same manufacturer.
- Notes & Description: distilled 5 times. “Aromatically clean and elegant, finishes smoothly with appealing balance and style.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Canadian Whisky
- Price: $27.36
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 proof)
- Country of Origin: Canada
- Importer: Wide World Importers. Louisville, KY
- Maker: Crown Royal (speculative reason)
- Notes & Description: I’ve purchased and really enjoy the Kirkland Canadian Whisky. Aged 6 years in white oak. “This whisky is velvety smooth with an enormous bouquet of complex vanilla, honey, spice, and toasted oak aromas. The initial sweet nutty character is followed by a rich creamy taste with a slightly spicy finish.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Blended Scotch Whisky
- Price: $28.09
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: Scotland
- Importer: Misa Imports, Inc. Dallas, TX
- Maker: Alexander Murray & Co.
- Notes & Description: “A smooth and rich blend with notes of dried fruit, vanilla and cedar with a lightly.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Blended Scotch Whisky – Aged 12 Years
- Price: $53.29
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: Scotland
- Importer: Misa Imports Inc. Dallas, TX
- Maker: Alexander Murray & Co.
- Notes & Description: “this Kirkland Signature 12-year old blended scotch whisky is a distinctive marriage of single malt and grain whiskies that have been matured in oak casks for a minimum of 12 years. Notes of caramel, spice, and smoky peat prevail on the nose and palate before a long, smooth finish.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Irish Whiskey
- Price: $41.49
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: Ireland
- Importer: Misa Imports
- Maker: IDL – the maker of Jameson (speculative reason)
- Notes & Description: “fine grain and malt have been selected for Kirkland Signature Irish Whiskey. These have been carefully triple distilled then aged for a minimum of 4 years in oak casks, for an incredibly smooth and rich Irish whiskey. There are notes of caramel, orange and toffee on the nose. In the mouth the sweet caramel persists with hints of toffee and oak and a spicy finish.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Irish Cream Liqueur
- Price: $25.26
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 17% alc./vol. (34 Proof)
- Country of Origin: Ireland
- Importer: Misa Imports Inc.
- Maker: Diageo (likely “Baileys” as it is similar in flavor and the same alcohol content)
- Notes & Description: “Kirkland Signature Irish cream is a rich, smooth blend of fresh dairy cream, whey spirits, and Irish whiskey.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Tequila Añejo
- Price: $42.99
- Volume: 1L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: Mexico
- Importer: MPL Brands NV Inc. Las Vegas, NV
- Maker: Distilleria Santa Lucia
- Notes & Description: “This very special Añejo Tequila is aged for at least one year in American and French oak barrels using 100% Blue Agave.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Tequila Blanco
- Price: $36.79
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: Mexico
- Importer: MPL Brands NV Inc. Las Vegas, NV
- Maker: Distilleria Santa Lucia
- Notes & Description: “This 100% Blue Weber Agave Blanco Tequila is distilled using fully matured, estate grown agave to deliver a clean and authentic tequila taste. Salud!”
Costco Kirkland Signature Reposado Tequila
- Price: $29.49
- Volume: 1.0L
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: Mexico
- Importer: MPL Brands NV Inc. Las Vegas, NV
- Maker: Distilleria Santa Lucia
- Notes & Description: “This very special Reposado tequila is aged for at least three months in American & French oak barrels using 100% Blue Agave.”
Costco Kirkland Signature London Dry Gin
- Price: $26.79
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 44% alc./vol. (88 Proof)
- Country of Origin: USA
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: DC Flynt MW Domaines & Estates. Silverton, OH
- Notes & Description: I’ve purchased – this is a good gin – with a little bite to it. “Kirkland Signature crafted this original London dry gin by using pot stills and a small batch approach. The classic botanical notes of juniper, zesty citrus peel and coriander display beautiful aromatics on the nose. The flavors are captured in the taste that develops on the palate to deliver a long, clean finish.”
Costco Kirkland Signature XO Cognac
- Price: $75.39
- Volume: 750ML
- Proof: 40% alc./vol. (80 Proof)
- Country of Origin: France
- Importer: Misa Imports Inc.
- Maker: Peyrat-Associés & CIE
- Notes & Description: This is very good, but very pricey per volume (though cheaper than most XO Cognac, including Peyrat XO Cognac, who also makes this product). “Aged 12 to 21 years in French oak barrels. Full-bodied with aromas of oak, vanilla and dried fruit. Flavors of honey, chocolate, and almond on the palate lead to a smooth finished.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Spiced Rum
- Price: $13.99
- Volume: 1.75L
- Proof: 46% alc./vol. (92 Proof)
- Country of Origin: USA (KY)
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: Sazerac
- Notes & Description: while this product claims to be from the Caribbean, the bottle says that it is bottled in Louisville, KY. The bottle describes this rum as “Patiently crafted and made with rum distilled 5 times from the first pressing of virgin sugar can grown in rich Caribbean soil and tropical sunlight.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Cabernet Sauvignon
- Price: $8.99
- Volume: 1.5L
- Proof: 13% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: USA (Modesto, CA)
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: DC Flynt MW Selections
- Notes & Description: “A classic Cabernet Sauvignon with vibrant, juicy flavors of black currant with broad, red fruit notes that linger on the palate and are surrounded by hints of spice and sweet smoke with a graceful finish of cherry and mocha.”.
Costco Kirkland Signature Champagne Brut
- Price: $19.99
- Volume: 1.5L
- Proof: 12% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: France
- Importer: DC Flynt MW Domaines & Estates
- Maker: Manuel Janisson
- Notes & Description: “Kirkland Signature Champagne Brut 750ml comes from the top Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier vineyards in Verzenay of Manuel Janisson. This highly acclaimed Brut Champagne has a range of flavours with a rich texture and notes of gingerbread, oranges and peaches plus a bright citrus character that lingers on the finish.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Chardonnay – 3L
- Price: $13.99
- Volume: 3L
- Proof: 13.5% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: USA (Modesto, CA)
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: DC Flynt MW Selections
- Notes & Description: “Classic chardonnay with vibrant tropical aromas, notes of sweet citrus and hints of oak”.
Costco Kirkland Signature Chardonnay – 1.5L
- Price: $8.99
- Volume: 1.5L
- Proof: 13.5% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: USA (Modesto, CA)
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: DC Flynt MW Selections
- Notes & Description: You can get an extra 1.5L for just $5 more, so that is clearly the better value. “Classic chardonnay with vibrant tropical aromas, notes of sweet citrus and hints of oak.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Chardonnay (Sonoma)
- Price: $7.99
- Volume: 750 ML
- Proof: 13.5% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: USA (Sonoma, CA)
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: Grape and Grain Imports
- Notes & Description: “Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Chardonnay is filled with white peach and tropical fruit aromas. The mid-palate has a wonderful zest coming from the grape’s natural acidity which provides a long, layered, and creamy finish. Green apple, pear and ripe melon notes are complemented by vanilla from the French oak maturation.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Prosecco DOCG
- Price: $6.99
- Volume: 750ML
- Proof: 11% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: Italy (Veneto)
- Importer: Misa Imports Inc.
- Maker: varies
- Notes & Description: “A typical and always contemporary Italian sparkling wine, suitable for all occasions” – I think I agree with that! This is an extra dry sparkling wine. I found it to be a tiny bit sweeter than the Rose (below). If I had to choose between the two, I’d choose the Rose.
Costco Kirkland Signature Prosecco Rose DOC
- Price: $7.99
- Volume: 750ML
- Proof: 11% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: Italy
- Importer: Ethica Wines. Stamford, CT
- Maker: varies
- Notes & Description: This is an “extra dry” rose Prosecco. I’ve purchased it and really enjoy it. “The grapes used to craft the Kirkland Signature Prosecco Rose D.O.C. come from Northern Italy’s top family-owned vineyards. With fresh berry and tropial fruit flavors, this pink bubbly is ideal for festive occasions but will also pair well with a wide range of international cuisines, from Italian to Asian to classic American. Salute!”
Costco Kirkland Signature Pinot Noir – Russian River Valley (Sonoma)
- Price: $11.99
- Volume: 750ML
- Proof: 14% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: USA (Sonoma, CA)
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: DC Flynt MW Selections
- Notes & Description: “Delicate red fruit aromas combine with sweet rhubarb and Bing cherry laced with cola, spice and earthtones lead into a bright finish.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Moscato
- Price: $7.99
- Volume: 750ML
- Proof: 5% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: Italy
- Importer: Ethica Wines. Stamford, CT
- Maker: MPL
- Notes & Description: “Kirkland Signature Moscato d’Asti Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita is crafted in the Piedmont countryside in northwestern Italy. With notes of honeysuckle and ripe peach, this beautiful golden white wine makes an excellent aperitif wine as well as a great pairing for both sweet and savory dishes.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Pinot Grigio – 750ML
- Price: $4.99
- Volume: 750ML
- Proof: 12.5% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: Italy
- Importer: Misa Imports Inc. Dallas, TX
- Maker: varies
- Notes & Description: I’ve purchased the Kirkland Signature Pinot Grigio and it’s a great dry white wine for the price. “The cool-climate wine region Friuli is bordered by the Alps in Northeast Italy. Kirkland Signature 2022 Pinot Grigio displays a fragrant bouquet of crisp apple with a hint of white flowers. Bright acidity is followed by a clean, refreshing finish.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Pinot Grigio – 3L
- Price: $13.99
- Volume: 3L
- Proof: 11% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: California
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: DC Flynt MW Selections
- Notes & Description: “Crisp and juicy flavors of fresh pineapple and grapefruit, along with a hint of minerality on the finish.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Malbec
- Price: $6.99
- Volume: 750ML
- Proof: 14% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: Argentina (Mendoza)
- Importer: DC Flynt MW Domaines & Estates
- Maker: Broquel Winery
- Notes & Description: “Argentina’s most acclaimed wine region for Malbec, Mendoza Province is in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. The grapes for this Kirkland Signature Malbec are grown between 2800 and 3300 feet above sea level. This deep purple Malbec has intense fruit notes of plum and cherries and a long rounded finish. It displays a perfect balance of ripe fruit coupled with oak spice from 12 months of careful aging in French oak barrels.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough)
- Price: $7.49
- Volume: 750ML
- Proof: 12.5% alc./vol.
- Country of Origin: New Zealand (Marlborough)
- Importer: DC Flynt MW Domaines & Estates
- Maker: varies
- Notes & Description: “This Kirkland Signature Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand has tropical fruit flavors, vibrant lemon-lime citrus notes and crisp acidity.”
Costco Kirkland Signature Beer, Variety Pack
- Price: $19.99
- Volume: 24 pack, 12 oz./ea.
- Proof: alc./vol. varies
- Country of Origin: USA
- Importer: n/a
- Maker: varies
- Notes & Description: includes a Session IPA, Kölsch German-Style Ale, Pale Ale, and India Pale Ale
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My wife and I have a bet: Is this a sponsored post, or not?
Absolutely not. I don’t do sponsored posts. I do enjoy inexpensive/quality spirits though.
That’s good to know. To answer a question you pose, it would be impossible to compare store-to-store, as every state has different laws regarding distribution. This is interesting: In TN, which just legalized wine at grocery stores (including Costco) in July of 2016, a “store-exclusive” brands are verboten, meaning that other retailers would be free to purchase Kirkland wines from their TN distributor. Bulk discounts are legal, which obviously advantage Costco, as a smaller store would pay more – and have to charge much more – for the same product.
This is a solid posting G.E. But it doesn’t say much about whether Costco is cheaper than other locations – like your local liquor store.
Some other bloggers have looked at this and found that Costco has cheaper beer, but the comparison for liquor I don’t think has been done.
It’s really tough to do a comparison. Every retailer is going to have slightly different prices. And every brand is going to have different prices. And there are dozens in each type of spirit! That’s why I thought it would be best to lay out the prices/offerings and people can do their own comparisons.
As a general guideline, my experience has been that prices per volume are typically 25-50% lower than quality brand-name equivalents.
No listing of bourbon?
I listed everything they had at my store (whiskeys included). Are there others?
they make a small batch bourbon. usually around $22-$27 for a 1 liter bottle.
I love Costco’s Kirkland alcohol! Call me crazy but I think the American vodka is almost on par with Grey Goose at a fraction of the cost. I have to confess that I bought quite a few cases of Kirkland Light (beer) back in my college days but have now moved on to something a little more “nice”. Thanks for sharing!
Hello! Love the article, but I just wanted to let you know that the prices at my costco are SIGNIFICANTLY cheaper than the prices that you listed. I live in Southern California, so prices may be different here, but I regularly purchase the Costco Kirkland Signature French Vodka for $19.99 (yours is listed at $24.99), and today I purchased the Costco Kirkland Signature Spiced Rum for $14.99 (yours is listed at $19.69), and I saw the Costco Kirkland Signature Canadian Whisky for $18.99 (yours is listed as $27.39). Just thought that this might be helpful for your readers :)
Thank you for sharing. Who would have thought that prices in So-Cal would be cheaper than mid-Michigan at the same store for the same product? I do know that a lot of their product is made/imported in to California, so that could have something to do with it.
Most of it depends on sales tax and tax on liquors. Liquor tax depend on state you live in.
Our Costco also has the lower prices in Greenwood, Indiana!
I also paid $18.99 for the 1.5 L bottle in Massachusetts. It’s a very good whiskey.
Literally never comment on anything. Ever. But just have to say,.. Bravo good sir. Bravo. I’m planning a wedding and this is exactly what I was looking for when Googling “Kirkland Liquors.” Regardless of what prices are in anyone’s local region, you’re giving everyone a baseline they couldn’t otherwise get without physically traveling to places. The Cosco site has none of that listed. Well done and thanks for the info
Haha, thanks, that’s why I put this together. Congrats on getting married! Kirkland liquors is a solid foundation for any marriage.
Does anyone know if there is a Costco in Miami that sells booze?
I’m doing exactly the same thing – planning booze procurement for a wedding. The lack of info on Costco’s site is maddening. Thanks so much for this post!
OMG. THIS IS LITERALLY WHAT THE INTERNET NEEDS. BLESS YOUR SOUL G.E. MILLER.
Yes, all caps was needed for this.
In what states can I buy Kirkland liquors?
That is why i am on this page this is what I know.
Lets fill out the list :
YES:
District of Columbia
Deleware
NO
Maryland
Ohio
Virginia
Is there a location and Georgia that sells alcohol at Costco
The location at Perimeter Mall sells it..
Alpharetta also? Georgia allows 2 “corporate” locations according to the internet for liquor stores
Thanks for the article. Very useful information. After reading several articles online, including this one, I decided to give Costco liquor a try. Wow. One of those situations where as soon as I tried it I immediately wished I’d done it alot sooner. The Kirkland London Dry Gin was $17.99 (in CA) – one third the price I usually paid for a name brand. And it was excellent. I’m never going back to the other stores and brands.
Do you sell box Wine Wine, VILLA??????????????????
What is the price
Illinois , Just attempted to purchase a case of wine Kirkland Cab ,but arrived at register and they REFUSED to sell the case of wine to me at the age of 64 unless
I had a membership. All them peoples leaving a case of wine at $100 at the register and on the belt is just fine with me. They lost the revenue the state loss the taxes
and I just told ten people that they wasting their time at the big box {brick and mortar place named COSTCO. Down the block is {B…..} or {A…’s} and they had the better stock and at 13% to 18% less in cost.
Note* no box wine either *!
I’ll be sure to get mad the next time I get told I can’t have a senior discount at the age of 36. This right here is proof that entitlement isn’t just a flaw of millennials. Everyone is entitled, including 64 year olds.
Is there a list of stores that sell liquor? I live in Toronto and I dont imagine any Canadian stores selling, but I’m close to the border.
I notice that your listing of Costco liquor fails to include Costco’s Kirkland Irish Whisky. I found the house brand Irish Whisky to be very, very drinkable. The Kirkland is different in flavor from Jamison. In fact I prefer it and, compared to Jamison’s, it comes at a 30% savings.
Hell Yup!
So smooth!! It’s a steal!
what ever happened to the Kirkland Silver Tequila . It was a great value for mixed drinks. No longer at the Perimeter store in Georgia.
Same in Michigan. Really bummed about this one. Their tequila options are not great.
Thanks for this list. Believe it or not, Korea, which is normally an expensive place for booze, has prices better than yours. The Spiced Rum is KRW18,000 (about $16), gin is $25, blended scotch is $20, American vodka is $11. Normally booze prices are at least double in Korea for your favorite whiskey or other hard liquor (e.g. $45 for a liter of Jameson’s).
Korea is Costco’s best market in terms of sales per square foot of retail space. They do very, very well here.
why do Costco not tell us there price for beer
I had a membership. All them peoples leaving a case of wine at $100 at the register and on the belt is just fine with me. They lost the revenue the state loss the taxes
and I just told ten people that they wasting their time at the big box {brick and mortar place named COSTCO. Down the block is {B…..} or {A…’s} and they had the better stock and at 13% to 18% less in cost.
french kirkland vodka is grey goose according to Peter and Cathy who sold Grey Goose (for billions) and opened Tippet Rise performing arts center in Montana. Do your taste test. The American vodka is not as good!
Thank you for both your excellent post and for sharing the great comments of your readers. I am not a ‘drinker’… what I mean is, I do not like the taste of alcohol. I do, however frequently (3-4 times a week) drink a bit of vodka (usually about 2-3 oz mixed with 20 oz of sugar free fruity carbonated water over ice) as I suffer from severe low back pain, and this helps better than narcotics. So, smooth vodka that disappears into the mixer is important for me. I currently drink members mark American vodka from Sam’s, but thanks to the comments… I think I will be trying the Kirkland signature French vodka from Costco. The price difference is minimal and the quality seems it may be significantly better. Thanks again for the work you do in sharing your great posts with us.
There are two stores in NJ that sell these brands of liquor (one in Wayne). I have found that the 3yr scotch is $20 and the 12 year is $40. They also have a 105 proof Borubon (1 liter) for $28.
They HAD a 3L box of Merlot that was good, but it disappeared ($14?).
They also have their own beer sold by the case in a sampler as well as some random cases of name brand stuff and the special big single bottles of beer. As an example, a 1p9oz bottle of Omegang 3 Philosophers goes for $9. I usually see the same going for $12 elsewhere.
The only way you can beat the quality/price ratio on these things is with a stick. The only downside I have had is availability of some of the items.
Njoy!
Why does Costco not have a Kirkland brand brandy?
All of their spirits are excellent and a good brandy would be great.
+1 to that (and silver tequila)
My local Costco has Kirkland brandy made in France for $46 for a 750 ml bottle.
In Washington, the tax is outrageous on booze….i.e. $23 for American Vodka.
Nevada Costco for same bottle….$13.
So, state tax where you purchase is the key to comparison to the liquor store pricing.
Even at that, for a great mixing vodka in that quantity, $23 still makes sense…..if you aren’t visiting Nevada soon. :)
Can you tell me which store in Michigan you visited? My local Costco (Livonia) doesn’t sell liquor, and I want to get some of that Cognac ;)
Brighton.
I was in Arizona a couple of Christmas’ ago and had the absolute best Eggnog Kirkland brand. It was premixed perfectly. I am wondering if we can get it in Canada at the liquor store at the costco in Okotoks Alberta Canada?
Just found out that any liquor store can order Kirkland liquor for you. Costco is not needed. I have my local liquor store getting the Cognac in for me this week :)
Tell us more. Same price? Why wouldn’t all liquor stores sell it then?
Same exact price. I don’t know that they all don’t. My store had the Rum, Vodka, Tequila, and Canadian Whiskey there. He didn’t have the Cognac and ordered it for me, will be in tomorrow :)
Nice article. The most interesting thing here for me is the strange liquor laws throughout many states. I’m in the Bay Area of California and all the liquor here is less expensive then these posted. Also, anywhere in California sells beer, wine, liquor. 7-11, Gas Stations, Targets, Costco’s all stores for all chains, not just one or two per region. Probably another reason for cheaper prices, market saturation. My Costco also has Kirkland Bourbon and Kirkland Beer is brewed here in San Jose, CA by Gordon Biersch or ( Hopfen Und Malz) for the West Coast anyways.
My son is in Denver, there is only one Costco in Denver that has Liquor, the closest to him has beer and wine just no spirits.
I’m in Arizona and my nearest Costco is in Henderson, Nevada. Do they sell Malibu Rum there?
SORRY FOR USING CAPS BUT IT IS DIFFICULT FOR ME TO TYPE. MY WIFE AND I ARE COSTCO MEMBERS LIVING IN THE SARASOTA FL. REGION. WE HAVE BEEN BUYING THE KIRKLAND “BLENDED CANADIAN WHISKEY”FOR QUITE SOME TIME AND HAVE FOUNF IT TO BE SUPERIOR TO ANY OTHER.I WAS A CROWN DRINKER BEFORE BUT AM NOW HOOKED ON THE KIRKLAND BRAND. THE LAST FEW TRIPS TO OUR COSTCO WE HAVE NOT SEEN OUR PRODUCT. WHEN WE INQUIRED YESTERDAY WE WERE INFORMED THAT COSTCO WILL NO LONGER CARRY THIS WHISKEY, BUT DIDN’T KNOW WHY. CAN YOU TELL ME? ALSO CAN YOU TELL ME WHERE IT CAN BE FOUND? THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP. AL
I noticed that my Costco stopped carrying this recently as well, sadly (I was ready for a replacement). I am not sure what the non-Costco brand is (or, if there is one).
Costco Signature Spiced Rum
St. Croix.
This is the best rum I’ve had as compared to the other big labels of spiced rum.
WARNING: Only buy the one labeled “St. Croix”. They sell another in the same bottle and it’s totally crapola. Tastes like the bottom on an ashtray or something.
Can you buy liquor on Sunday’s in Myrtle beach Costco?
Washington state gouges LIQUOR customers including those at COSTCO.
A 1.75L bottle of KIRKLAND Irish Cream that sells for $ 15 at Costco in states such as AZ and even HAWAII may be PRICED low in the stores but..WA adds gouging 20+% sales tax and a scam like “Liter tax” to these items..over $ 10 tax PER bottle.
The WA “out the door ” price is OVER $30..pretty well double that of other states !
You used to be able to buy liquor without a membership in Florida but this has apparently recently changed. The membership isn’t that much annually if you think about it…and the savings are worth it
Sally – Myrtle Beach is in SC – their state law is that you must purchase liquor from an ABC store (Alcohol Beverage Control) – which is a state-owned store. So no liquor sold in Costco.
Kirkland Brand Liquors NOT sold in:
MA, KS
Kirkland Brand Liquors ARE sold in:
MO, IL
Ben – I saw Kirkland Silver Tequila ($20 for 1.75 L) at the Bolingbrook, IL store on June 15, 2019. I think they still make it, just out of stock in GA
I prefer the Kirkland Tequila Anejo ($20 for 1.0 L) – they were out of stock at IL store, but I’m pretty sure they still make it.
On 7/16/19 I made these purchases at Atlanta store on Peachtree Dunwoody rd, priced as follows:
KS American vodka, 1.75 l, $12.99
KS !2 Yr Scotch, 1.75, $38.99
KS Canadian, 1.75, $18.99
Tax was btw. 7 & 8 %, so probably about normal with Geeorgia sin tax.
Scotch is MUCH better than Dewars White that I last purchased at local liquor store.
Sally & Mark,
I was able to purchase alcohol (Kirklands and name brands) in Myrtle Beach. I can’t speak about Sundays, but they definitely sell it. It is a separate entrance adjacent to the main store. :)
Thanks for putting together this info. Really helpful
OMG…Thank you so much for your post. You’re right, you can’t find anything on-line about their liquor products. I am driving to MA just to purchase some Kirkland liquor!
Rich
Can’t find Kirkland Signature Anejo Tequila. Check 2 Costcos in So. Cal., and 3 in No. Cal. anyone seen it? Still being made?
Costco does not sell liquor on Sundays. Most ,if not all, ABC’s (alcohol and beverage commission, state owned) do not sell on Sunday.
Wow! What Costco are you shopping at? I can tell you that the prices carry vary widely based area location. Please note this in your article. Thx
First off, thank you for this post! I have been searching for prices for the Orlando Costco and this was very helpful. I am wondering if anyone knows if they stock any ciders and if so, the pricing. These individual bottled drinks tend to be around $13 for 4 bottles in other stores, so any savings would be great.
thanks!
Which state did you use to research your liquor prices? I live in Oregon but the closest Costco that can sell liquor is in Washington State. Wa St has the highest tax on liquor at about 35%!
Michigan
Costco fought Washington’s restriction on liquor sales to state run stores, and they finally prevailed. It cost Costco a fortune, so they are not pursuing similar lawsuits in other restricted states. The Washington legislature responded by imposing extraordinary sales taxes on liquor and then added a giant FU by attaching an extra tax on the larger size bottles Costco relies on for its Kirkland branded products.