Sommelier Tries Every Costco Liquor | World of Wine | Bon Appétit

Sommelier André Hueston Mack returns for another edition of World of Wine, this time putting every bottle of Costco Kirkland liquor to the test. With every bottle coming in under $50, will they give you a bang for your buck?
00:00 Intro
00:53 American Vodka
03:58 Vodka
04:40 Blended Canadian Whiskey
06:17 Blended Scotch Whiskey
07:59 12 Years Old Blended Scotch Whiskey
09:20 Irish Whiskey
10:09 Tequila Blanco
12:29 Tequila Añejo
13:58 London Dry Gin
15:10 XO Cognac
16:36 Original Spiced Rum
17:57 Bourbon Casked Rum XO
19:34 Irish Cream Liqueur
Director: Dan Siegel
Director of Photography: Jeremy Harris
Editor: Rob Malone
Host: André Mack
Director of Culinary Production: Kelly Janke
Coordinating Producer: Tommy Werner
Line Producer: Joe Buscemi
Associate Producer: Sahara Pagan
Production Manager: Janine Dispensa
Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila
Camera Operator: Will Boone
Assistant Camera: Lucas Young
Audio Engineer: Rachel Suffian
Production Assistant: Justine Ramirez
Staff Editorial Consultant: Ryan Harrington
Culinary Researcher & Recipe Editor: Vivian Jao
Post Production Supervisor: Andrea Farr
Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter
Supervising Editor: Eduardo Araujo
Assistant Editor: Andy Morell
Filmed on Location at: 1 World Trade Center
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[@lindogcwensa4624]

Andre spent 20 minutes raw dogging cheap spirits, no ice or mixes. I commend his dedication

[@joecarosella7418]

He’s what i aspire to be 😂😂

[@tgbeam]

Cheap yes, but definitely not low quality. I've had several of these and they're all pretty freakin decent for the price point

[@rolexer]

It's called neat. Have some class.

[@Ramsaaaa]

@@tgbeam for sure, they're all quite solid for the price. Even at double the price point, in a fancier bottle, 99% of people wouldn't bat an eye.

[@rhubarbpie2027]

Level up, nerd. 😂

[@ForrestHanson]

Would absolutely love to see André do a blind taste off between the Kirklands and comparable name-brand spirits.

[@jackieclaremont3227]

That’s literally what this vid should’ve been.

[@Sawbuck]

I was going to say "wouldn't matter he could tell..." But then I stopped myself thinking "Well, that's what the pretentious A-holes said in France in 1976..." But I would still give him the over 50% odds on...

[@ForrestHanson]

@@Sawbuck I think he'd do better than 50/50, but: 1. The fact it's close is telling. 2. The ones he hit vs. missed would be interesting.

[@MyNewYorkCity.]

Yes we need that.

[@nullgeodesic9423]

I'd love to see a blind tasting as well. Have one somelier pick low, medium, and high quality versions of each spirit, plus a kirkland version, and see how another somelier (or better yet a panel) rank them WITHOUT knowing that one is Kirkland.

[@torger7324]

Love these ones with André. He seems like such a nice guy and explains everything so simple and understandable.

[@toddoron]

Some of the only decent content BA puts out these days. Gone are the golden days of the BA test kitchen

[@reubenhandel210]

He clearly doesn't know anything about whiskey though

[@AlecDiPietro]

I met him before in NYC, he's as nice and genuine as he seems on video. Great guy.

[@MrKelsomatic]

@@reubenhandel210why do you say that

[@reubenhandel210]

@MrKelsomatic he's done 2 videos with scotch in them and both times he talked about peat flavor in unpeated examples.

[@benhammond6717]

“Costco Migos” had me dying

[@mr.mr.4772]

Read your comment at the same time he said it.

[@richm9466]

It's Casamigos tequila he is mentioning. A brand produced and owned by George Clooney. You both are morons, get a clue.@@mr.mr.4772

[@andre8272]

It gives the trader Jose vibes 😂

[@pepeshadilay]

Definitely cultural appropriation

[@deeznaughtz]

😂same

[@DKHD176]

Love this guy. He's so knowledgeable, but not pretentious about it.

[@thegarge7476]

He's really not that knowledgeable, you can seem just as educated on the topic if you take the 1 day first level spirit sommelier course

[@hugh-johnfleming289]

The cliche of a snooty semolier is over played. Their job is to make choices simpler and accessible...

[@dragoonempire]

@@thegarge7476before making such a derogatory statement as this you think you would have at least researched his background and credentials. I know that you didn’t because if you had done so you would not have made such an asinine and unfounded claim.

[@thegarge7476]

@@dragoonempire I've met plenty of doctors who know a lot less than their degrees imply. To think this chud that's making the most basic observations, that even a high schooler could make, is some kind of ultra knowledgeable spirit sommelier is just stupid.

[@httr21skins]

@@thegarge7476looking forward to your review of these spirits

[@allenpiazza1409]

He is the only one I tune in for on this channel. Everytime he pops up on my feed, I tune in immediately. So much knowledge and he enjoys what he does!

[@basbomb2018]

Yep me too. I pretty much autoclick when I see a new one of his

[@phoenixr6811]

Well alright Andre’s back👏🏾👏🏾

[@FrankDBoyce]

The Anejo is absolutely terrible, he was being nice

[@bodaciousandunapologetic6209]

That's my dude 😊.

[@amdog5055]

Giving the people what they want

[@BLINDFAITH104]

We missed you brother

[@toddoron]

Episode idea: "costco versus" Have Andre blind taste a handful of popular liquors or wines or whatever verse the Kirkland Signature equivalent. He can dissect them, try and guess which is which, and rank them!

[@TheMarkhervey]

How about this with every Costco wine?

[@statisticallyvalidatedster658]

Yesss all the cheap Costco wines

[@papiagua]

NGL some of those wines slap​@@statisticallyvalidatedster658

[@pepeshadilay]

​@@statisticallyvalidatedster658trader Joe wine is better

[@caeden5178]

WAYYYYY too many 😂 At least at my costco, there's probably 80+ brands

[@pilsplease7561]

As a winemaker that would be torture. Half of them are awful. And the way costco railroads the wineries producing it to basically produce it at cost is another reason I hate them they literally tried to get the winery i worked for several years ago to produce a wine for them we said no because it was too much financial investment for basically no return we take all the risk.

[@chanicemcanuff9121]

WE NEED MORE ANDRE!!!

[@blinco1539]

The descriptions of these were really stellar. I feel like some reviewers use terminology only experienced drinkers would know but Andre was able to put it in a way anyone could understand without losing the quality or depth of the review

[@michaelscott356]

"Stellar"? I was thinking cellar. 😉

[@gabrielsatter]

Experienced? That is not the term you're looking for, is it?

[@KyleNabilcy]

Definitely less chaotic than Can It Kirkland

[@LucasDubois-hl2mg]

D'accord, moins chaotique que le Kirkland en boîte, mais j'aime cette bouteille.

[@ailish401]

i was hoping i'd see someone mention can it kirkland

[@EmmettDoesStuff_YT]

“Ciroc Pineapple? I got u!” 🎉😂❤ Missed you!

[@shane864]

I'm a flavor chemist and I can assure you all that everything Kirkland brand is on the same par as any premium brand. Costco has the best buying team on planet earth.

[@erickleinwolterink3524]

Costco definitely has the most complete and stringent program. Getting brought on by Costco is a badge of honor for any product.

[@sashaleggett1994]

where do you get into flavour chemistry? i'm a chemistry undergrad

[@Mutiny960]

@@sashaleggett1994 Food Science Master's Degree Program. Check out schools like Cornell, Virginia Tech and Penn State.

[@eddiefalcon8316]

That is an interesting field. Super cool.

[@tolaabu7066]

@@sashaleggett1994same here.

[@jeffshootsstuff]

I don’t drink but I can watch this guy all day.

[@ticklefish4898]

The Kirkland Spiced Rum is a pleasant surprise. I serve it as an after dinner drink and watch people’s surprise reactions. It’s delicious sipped.

[@derekbader130]

I like to mix it with ginger ale or coke!

[@InSurrealtime]

My local costco has been out of Spiced Rum for two months, I hope they haven't discontinued it. I forgot to ask on the way out.

[@deviousnate7238]

The Life Aquatic with Andre Mack

[@kmlevel]

"Hey I understood that reference." But what about my dynamite?

[@yrvanmichel1446]

This dude is so authentic to himself. Is really refreshing

I love how you break things down and explain it to those less knowledgeable, such as myself. Thank you.

[@FrostyFrostySnow]

Love the way he approaches everything with an open mind and breaks it down to be easy to understand

[@user-gd8ln8ux7v]

Wasn't ready for "Costcomigos", literal lol

[@henlolneh]

I will watch every Andre video and some multiple times. He drops so much knowledge in an easily digestible way that I learn so much and so efficiently via any video he is presenting. Keep them coming!

[@e39shady]

The 1.75L 12yr Kirkland whiskey is goat, it was my daily sipper for quite some time. Extremely smooth and one of the few "cheap" whiskies that I can enjoy drinking neat.

[@carolinefulton2920]

He’s the best! I love his clear explanations and his down to earth personality!

[@moemerry7657]

I'm not even into alcohol and I couldn't take my eyes off of this video, his passion and explanations are so nice ❤

[@hereticleader4187]

I love watching shows where I have personally tried the product and love hearing the opinions of others on products I enjoy.

[@DeezLeHeez]

That Rum XO is absolutely yummy. Just came across it at my local store. Glad I did.

[@Peace7702]

It costs more than $49 at my Costco

[@DeezLeHeez]

@@Peace7702 $25 at mine. Southern California

[@surprisemadula]

More of Andre please 😊❤

[@daneflanigan]

I just love his candidness.

[@EuropeanBeerisBad]

Andre should be a permanent staple, dude single handedly got me into wine. I’ll watch any video Andre is in

[@derekpap1300]

That bass drop when he was tasting the Canadian whiskey🔥

[@titaniumhomes7599]

Definitely made by Crown Royal.

[@gkell99]

This was a fantastic and very helpful video. Been watching your videos for a while but haven't commented. But after watching this one I needed to tell you that you're videos are great and Thanks!

[@boringlyfactual6368]

Thanks for the clean and remarkably articulate reviews. Descriptions were efficient while still descriptive and great personal notes on each. Great job.

[@jaimeaj24]

Just had to find a way to bring Andre back......... Love it!!!

[@centpushups]

Finally stuff that is easy access. I like your other videos but I have no idea how I can get them without paying just as much in shipping.

[@shadowraygun4000]

This is perfect. I love these reviews!

[@oldschoolfunkster1]

Wow! Great condensed review of lots of Costco spirits I've been eyeing but wasn't sure about. This guy did an EXCELLENT job of dissecting and teaching us about what the liqours differences are.

[@TheAussiePencil]

Omg, love André and love focusing on more affordable alternatives! Please do ALDI NEXT!

[@robb2biago]

The Kirkland Tequilas are my favorite. And either of the vodkas, works, especially for something with a mixer.

[@cameronbatko]

Woohoo Andres back! Now we need the Costco wine video!

[@ScottieWP09]

Andre and Costco? Two of my favorite things together. A+ video

[@MrGoldmember2]

Costco used to have a bourbon I enjoyed as base for whisky coke. Haven’t seen it in two years at least. Bring it back!

[@KarenMurrayVO]

I was just at the Costco in Milford, CT and asked about the bourbon- was told to check back this summer, as it may be back in stock🤷🏽‍♀️🤞🏽 My husband and I used it for Manhattans- it was pretty smooth!

[@Denverian]

this is the main problem with warehouse brands. After a while the product disappears and can't find it anymore!

[@CaptainPIanet]

Those were some of my favorites too

[@unwarranteddesign806]

When André pointed out how the Kirkland Canadian Whiskey bottle reminded him of Crown Royal I chuckled as they are the ones that make it for Costco.

[@chloehennessey6813]

Yassss, King! Get after it! Thank you Mr Mack for coming back! Please make this a weekly thing! ❤

[@paulhampel8084]

Thank you Sommelier André Hueston Mack! That was a sincere and informative analysis that anyone can appreciate. Great video!

[@catojrgensen8912]

Thank you slightly drunk hipster Morpheus. :D

[@igm1397]

This was awesome! I just wish there could have been a review on the Kirkland bottle of bourbon.

[@Dan-vv2fu]

I could not have dreamed for a better video ❤

[@drunkenfarmerjohn42]

Worth noting, Bourbon Barrell casked DOES NOT mean it uses the same barrels as bourbon. It means it was casked in used bourbon barrels. Most use American oak for fresh barrels, though any oak is allowed . So if a product uses the same barrels as bourbon, it would be oak casked. Bourbon Barrel casked is specific to used barrels.

[@Andromansis]

OHOHO! Great way to answer all those comments about costco. When you do their wine series make sure you try their Tawny Port because it's quite a treat.

[@batboy242]

Thank You for this very informative video!

[@kwitit100]

Dude is blowing up my spot. I have been sipping on Costco tequila blanco and scotch for awhile

[@MaliciousLeo]

Costco blanco tequila is just patron rebottled The corn vodka is blue ice The French vodka is grey goose The XO is seagrams

[@MaliciousLeo]

And the scotch is Jameson single barrel

[@michaelvonhaven105]

andre is great. he doesn't sound pretentious and explains things in an understandable way!

[@prezodent2371]

Thanks for this , fantastic review

[@akamjballar]

Enjoyed the video. Great personality + enjoyable/informative content = 👍

[@sicklefinger]

Love this dude's approach. I will watch/listen to anything he does.

[@BadMonkey6000]

Andre, thank you for this great video!

[@benwhite5452]

This was a fun one. I recently got the Kirkland añejo and really did not care for it, so it's interesting that André didn't either. I just prefer blancos in general, though. Always love André's videos.

[@bpsitrep]

Just by chance I saw this recommended. Wow. Andre', I learned so much, thank you. Highly recommend this to watch...and learn.

[@mumbaijazz]

Great presentation! Loved it!

[@christianb5204]

Excellent reviews and commentary. Thanks!

[@sidsrivastava2371]

THIS IS CINEMA

[@gregs7519]

I have a splash of the Costco Irish cream (and nothing else) in my coffee every morning. I look forward to it every morning.

[@magnolialoves]

Andre is the MVP of this channel! 🎉 ❤️‍🔥

[@WildWest144]

This was an excellent presentation. What a wonderful host. Thanks Andre'.

[@user-hf1me5si1y]

Andre is the best alcohol reviewer on the internet, love his objective non arrogant knowledgeable takes...would like to see Andre do beer reviews

[@Alex-zi1nb]

The mini bar idea is brilliant!!

[@jfrye5]

Well done. Honest assessments. Thank you.

[@IaCthulhuFthagn]

Spiced rum isn't a traditional category of rum at all, it's a modern anachronism (Captain Morgan is arguably the first example, and definitely the first popular one). Most spiced rum, like Captain Morgan, is not flavoured in a noticeable way with baking spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or allspice, but rather mostly with vanilla (or vanillin), making them the rum equivalent of vanilla vodka.

[@BoxerBullies]

One of my favorite you tubers. Always learn something new!

[@bleslie5595]

This was excellent, thank you.

[@MrOldschool929]

I finally found one of those tasting glasses on EBay. I love it. Gimmick but fun. Glad to see Andre back. I look forward to his videos.

[@ilindajayaratne9895]

I've been looking everywhere for them. Could you share the link?

[@user-vw9yc9yv3r]

Or the name of the glassware shape

[@gregs7519]

What's so special about it?

[@frankcortez1796]

Came here for this comment. What in the where are they?

[@MrOldschool929]

@@frankcortez1796 Riedel Hollow stem tasting glass. They are occasionally available on ebay. NOT CHEAP. Expect to pay over $50

[@Movincool54]

The zoom in on bourbon had me crying!

[@2011blueman]

The Kirkland Tequila and the XO Cognac are fantastic values in my opinion.

[@bodaciousandunapologetic6209]

Bailey's Irish Cream is one of my favorite spirits, and now I will give Costco's brand a try.

[@deleted44]

His argument of Costco running off of a "grocery store model" isn't really accurate. While it's a factor, the bigger factor is that Costco makes the bulk of their profit off of the membership fee to shop there. This lets them cut the markup way down on items they sell. Using the Kirkland brand helps cut cost down even more since they don't spend on things like advertising or distribution to non-Costco liquor stores

[@Bushy556]

I could listen to Andre talk all day.

[@kittykat744]

Thank you for the knowledge

[@yanj111]

great video! really helps me to choose which one to buy next time in Costco

[@nicholascampanella5329]

never clicked on a video so fast. Love this.

[@AlejandroPDX]

I hope this means a Costco wine video is coming up too! 😆

[@DJ_JMIZZEL]

This was awesome. Thanks

[@JaBiBLeS]

Because of local laws, you don’t need a Costco membership to buy liquor in the following states, just walk in and tell them you’re only buying liquor: •Arizona • California • Colorado • Connecticut • Delaware • Hawaii • Indiana • Kentucky • Massachusetts • Michigan • Minnesota •New York • Texas • Vermont EDIT: There's a lot more states according to the replies !

[@JLeeeP]

Thanks, bud!

[@Default78334]

Costco doesn't sell liquor at its Texas locations. Beer and wine only. If there is a liquor selection, it's at an unaffiliated liquor store that rents space, which means no Kirkland Select spirits.

[@wingracer1614]

I'm in Florida and they also do not require membership to buy liquor.

[@Alex-zi1nb]

And no membership required to buy at the food court too!!!

[@PoppaCYS]

@@Default78334 Ah... I wondered why I haven't seen most of these products. I thought maybe it was just my particular store. Thanks for the info.

[@pbonck]

Another great episode

[@richardknice6986]

Always great content

[@ConcealedCarrier]

6:38 - I learned something while touring the Jack Daniel's distillery a while back: Jack sells his used barrels to John.

[@landcruiser7936]

Enjoyed your reviews, well done.

[@Metoobie]

Love your videos! Andre is the best!

[@tressa6745]

Welcome back Andre!!

[@pinkyhodgkins2185]

Andre is the best and I love Costco, I'm going to have to try some of these now! 😍

[@gunm808]

incredibly informative and fascinating

[@patrickmcevoy5080]

This is one of the better brand round-up videos I've seen. Entertaining and very informative. I'll definitely be buying a couple of these based on the recommendation. Plus, I know what to avoid.

[@debbiemattingly8797]

Love his videos interesting and entertaining. Always watch him.

[@SharonDJohnson515]

I just love these videos 🥃🍸 Still need to snag that wine key 🍷🗝️

[@vsznry]

This guy is awesome. Full attn for 20 min.

[@gregoryx8978]

Way to do it Andre👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@tracielucaslord2924]

My husband and I purchase the Tequila and pricier Vodka for all our parties. Will get the spiced rum next. Thanks Andre. Cheers

[@CashMoneyMoore]

This is great, hope we get a similar review of Costco branded wines!

[@John330vids]

HES BAAAAAACKKK

[@sheahill3340]

Immediate Yes to Andre! He held up well after all those tastings! 😂