Booze in Bulk
The only thing we love more than Costco is the prices that Costco charges us for ungodly amounts of liquor. Whether you love Kirkland’s dupes or you’re brand-loyal to another spirit, Costco is probably the best place to get booze.
Curious about what your state buys the most of? Thanks to a recent report from TestCasinos based on Google Trends, we happen to know. Here are the most popular Costco liquors in every state.
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Crown Royal Canadian Whisky
Alabama
Canada’s prized spirit is well-loved in the South, and leans towards the flavor of cognac more than your average whiskey.
Louis Martini Cabernet Sauvignon
Alaska
The Louis Martini cab is a classic Napa red wine. It’s as drinkable as it is affordable, and doubly so at Costco. They’re loving it in the Last Frontier.
Kirkland Signature French Vodka
Arizona, Missouri, and Wisconsin
There’s plenty of speculation that Kirkland’s vodka is actually just white-labeled Grey Goose, but this is an unfounded rumor and has never been confirmed. Either way, if people have to wonder, you know that stuff is smooth.
Chivas Regal 12-Year Scotch Whisky
Arkansas and Rhode Island
The classic Scotch whisky is a low-budget splurge. For a 12-year-old scotch, somewhere between $30 and $40 is a great price for a 1.75L bottle; just ask Arkansas and Rhode Island.
Smirnoff Vodka
California
It’s surprising that one of the most recognized vodka brands in the game topped the charts in only one state, but California loves it. And with some 500 colleges in the state, students might be giving it the extra nudge. Who wants a Jell-O shot?
Kirkland Signature 12-Year Blended Scotch
Colorado, Massachusetts
The award-winning Alexander Murray produces Costco’s Scotch, and it’s of an incredibly high quality. Keep it in a cool crystal decanter and put it in your office. It’s only right.
Johnnie Walker Black Label Scotch Whisky
Connecticut, Indiana, and Nebraska
Johnnie Walker is well-known and well-loved, and though the luxurious Blue Label ($200 or more) isn’t always available at Costco, you can get a bottle of Black Label for about an eighth of the price ($25).
Kirkland Signature London Dry Gin
Idaho, Delaware, and Utah
Costco’s gin is very floral, and many have compared it favorably to Tanqueray. What do Idaho, Delaware, and Utah know that Minnesota, Tennessee, and Virginia don’t?
Captain Morgan Spiced Rum
Illinois and Georgia
Island vibes are alive in Illinois and Georgia, where Captain Morgan’s sales top the bill at their Costcos.
Kirkland Signature Rosé
Hawaii
Hawaii seems to know that Costco’s rosé is actually made by French grower and vintner Olivier Sumiere. An imported rosé might sound like it comes with a sizable price tag, but Costco will sell you a bottle for about $10.
Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Old Vine Zinfandel
Iowa
Costco’s wine country wines are all a hit, but in Iowa they’re drinking that Zinfandel with gusto. Lovers of the wine have noted its spice, blackberry, and plum flavors.
Kirkland Signature Tequila Blanco
Kansas
The thing comes in a 1.75L bottle and Kansas is the only state trying to party with Kirkland Signature’s Tequila? That’s a surprise.
Kirkland Signature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Kentucky
Here’s another one of the typical Napa red wines that Kirkland’s so good at nailing. Fans of K-Sig’s cabernet sauvignon love its flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, and oak.
Disaronno Originale Amaretto
Louisiana and Maine
Disaronno, despite being referred to as an almond liqueur, the popular Italian dessert spirit doesn’t actually have any almonds. Allergy-free, baby!
La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay
Maryland
Is it a surprise that a crisp, white wine that pairs beautifully with crab cakes is popular in Maryland? Nope, not at all.
Kirkland Signature Champagne Brut
Michigan, North Dakota
There’s a lot of brunching going on up in Michigan and North Dakota, where Costco’s house Brut rules the sales. The orange juice sales are probably way up there, too.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Single Malt Scotch
Mississippi
Balvenie ages their Scotch in oak, and then in sherry casks, hence the “DoubleWood.” You can usually grab this at Costco for $20 cheaper than most other places.
Kirkland Signature Prosecco
Montana, New York
Drinkers of Kirkland’s prosecco have called out the green apple, pear, and citrus flavors. Plus, it’s made in Italy which is always a good start.
Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey
Nevada
Drinks may be free at casinos, but it’s about $25 for nearly 2 liters of Jack Daniels at Costco. That’s basically the same thing.
Francis Ford Coppola Diamond Collection Claret
New Hampshire
The “Godfather” director’s wine brand is still going strong, especially in New Hampshire, where his Bordeaux-inspired red wine sells loads of bottles.
Kirkland Signature American Vodka
New Jersey
It may not be a Grey Goose dupe, but Kirkland Signature’s American vodka sells plenty of bottles in New Jersey. USA! USA!
Glenlivet 12-Year Single Malt Scotch
New Mexico and South Carolina
The heavily-decorated Scotch is often considerably cheaper at Costco. This is a drink to sip while you stare into a fireplace. Bonus points if the reflection of the fire dances in your eyes. (And be sure to check out our list of the best Scotch whiskies at Costco for more great picks.)
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling
North Carolina
You’d probably expect a Southern state like North Carolina to lead in bourbon sales, but thanks to the state’s antiquated liquor laws, Costco only sells beer and wine. A whole lot of Chateau Ste. Michelle, in fact.
Bacardi Superior Rum
Ohio
Bacardi makes one of the best affordable rums you can get your hands on, and that’s doubly so at Costco. Mix this into any tiki co*cktail of your choice.
Hendrick’s Gin
Oklahoma, Oregon, and Pennsylvania
Sometimes the Kirkland brand won’t cut it, and you need the stuff you know. Hendrick’s is great but it isn’t the cheapest of gins; at Costco, that’s a different story.
Bombay Sapphire London Dry Gin
South Dakota
The crystal blue bottle is the siren song of South Dakota’s Costco liquor aisles, selling more than any other bottle of booze in the store.
Tanqueray Dry Gin
Minnesota, Tennessee, and Virginia
Even though there’s speculation that Tanqueray could be the producer behind Kirkland’s gin, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Virginia need the peace of mind that they’re getting exactly what they need. I don’t blame ’em.
Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur
Texas
The sweet, creamy liqueur is the king of all dessert drinks, and goes great with everything from coffee, to vodka, to plain milk.
Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Vermont
Tito’s may hail from Austin, Texas, but Vermont is the place doing all the drinking.
Kirkland Signature Irish Cream Liqueur
Washington
Is it Bailey’s? Is it different? Washington doesn’t care.
Kirkland Signature Tequila Reposado
Florida and West Virginia
Aged in French and American oak barrels, Kirkland’s reposado is no joke. Break out the salt and lime. (Be sure to check out our roundup of the best Tequilas under $35 for more great options.
Stag’s Leap Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon
Wyoming
Stag’s Leap usually prices this wine between $60 and $100, but Costco has sold it between $50 and $60, making it one of the best places to snag a bottle.
This article was originally published on Cheapism
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