Who distils Kirkland vodka?

The Kirkland Signature American brand went through six distillation processes at Mira Loma, California – where the Levecke Corp is. On the other hand, the Gayant Distillery made the French version of the Kirkland brand with distillation techniques sourced from the famous neighboring Cognac houses.
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Who manufactures Kirkland vodka for Costco?

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, which regulates the sale and importation of alcohol, has approved only one Certificate of Label Approval for Kirkland Signature vodka. That certificate states the brand is produced by the LeVecke Corp. in Mira Loma, California.
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What distillery makes Kirkland vodka?

Kirkland Signature Vodka

And while the manufacturer of Kirkland's Signature Vodka does distill the vodka from Grey Goose's same water source in Cognac, France, according to a comprehensive article in Munchies, Goose told the publication that it gets its water from an exclusive well.
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Is Kirkland vodka made by Grey Goose?

A tale of two Kirkland vodkas

Topping the list, however, was Kirkland's French (red label) vodka, perhaps one of Costco's all-time best buys. While it is not actually repackaged Grey Goose, it is sourced from the same waters — the Gensac Springs in France's Cognac region (via Vice).
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Who actually makes Kirkland Alcohol?

Kirkland Scotch are distilled by either Alexander Murray and Macallan Distillery. Kirkland bourbon and rum is produced by Jim Beam. Kirkland vodka is made from the same water source and by the same employees that Grey Goose uses. Kirkland tequila is produced in the same distillery as Cielo tequila.
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What's the difference between Kirkland American vodka and French vodka?



Where does Kirkland vodka come from?

Contrary to rumors, Kirkland Signature Vodka is not the same as Grey Goose or Crown Royal. The records of TTB showed that it is indeed from the LeVecke Corp, a distillery based in California.
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Is Costco vodka the same as Grey Goose?

There are speculations that Kirkland is the same as Grey Goose vodka. Some say that Costco's vodka tasted the same as Grey Goose's during blind tastings, but both brands deny being related.
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Is Kirkland vodka Russian?

It is only the French vodka that is really comparable to Grey Goose, and what's more, Grey Goose categorically denies the rumors, as does the Bacardi brand that owns Grey Goose, according to Thrillist.
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Is Kirkland tequila made by patron?

No, Kirkland Tequila Silver is not made by Patron. It is made by La Madrileña which is located in Tototlan, Jalisco, Mexico. Patron Silver Tequila is also made in Jalisco but at Hacienda Tequila.
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Who makes Tito's vodka?

Tito's Handmade Vodka is distilled and bottled by Fifth Generation Inc. in Austin, Texas on the very same land where the whole venture started.
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Is Kirkland Canadian whiskey made by Crown Royal?

Luckily, Punch was able to uncover the fact that Kirkland's Canadian whiskey is made by Crown Royal and their bourbon by George Dickel (although it had previously been manufactured by Jim Beam).
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Where is Tito's vodka made?

Tito's Handmade Vodka is produced in Austin at Texas' oldest legal distillery. We make it in batches, use old-fashioned pot stills, and taste-test every batch.
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Who owns Grey Goose?

GREY GOOSE was created in 1997 by Sidney Frank and the brand's Maître de Chai (Cellar Master), Francois Thibault. It was acquired by Bacardi in 2004.
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Is Kirkland American vodka?

From field to bottle Kirkland Signature American Vodka uses only the finest 100% American heartland grains and pure spring water to create this special vodka.
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Where is Stolichnaya made?

In Russia, Stolichnaya Vodka is state-owned and that "Stoli" will keep the full name. But for most of the rest of the world, the United States included, Stolichnaya Vodka is produced in Latvia by the Luxembourg-based Stoli Group, controlled by the exiled Russian billionaire Yuri Shefler.
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Who makes Belvedere Vodka?

Belvedere Vodka is a brand of Polish rye vodka produced and distributed by LVMH. It is named after Belweder, the Polish presidential palace in Warsaw, whose illustration appears on its bottles. It is produced in the town of Żyrardów in Poland.
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Who makes Costco beer?

That's because, according to The Takeout, Costco contracts its beers from two separate breweries: Matt Brewing and Gordon Biersch, which also does business as Hopfen Und Malz Brewing Co. Each brewery produces Kirkland beers for distribution to Costco stores on opposite sides of the country.
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Who makes Costco silver tequila?

It is NOM 1472, who makes brands like KAH, Agave 99 and other quality tequila brands. The bottle is large and looks good. Heck, I'm willing to try just about any 100% agave tequila in a 750ML for under $20.
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Who makes Trader Joe's tequila Blanco?

Trader Joes Blanco is currently made at Destiladora Gonzalez Gonzalez, NOM 1143. This distillery also produces El Mayor and Exotico tequila. TJ's Blanco replaces the previously sold Trader Joes Silver Tequila that was made at Premium de Jalisco, NOM 1558.
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Is Kirkland vodka made from corn?

Kirkland American Vodka is the Costco label vodka. It's "distilled six times" from an undisclosed base or distillery. Distilled from any agricultural product, most commonly grains or potatoes. Typically distilled to 95% ABV.
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Which vodka is made in Russia?

Jewel of Russia

As the name suggests, Jewel of Russia is a gem amongst other vodka brands out in the market. This Russian-made liquor combines hard winter wheat and rye with water drawn from deep artesian wells to create a final spirit with a rich and full mouthfeel.
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Is Smirnoff vodka made in Russia?

Smirnoff vodka was originally produced in Russia but is now owned by British beverage company Diageo. It is no longer made in Russia.
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What is Kirkland vodka compared to?

When it comes to alcohol, Kirkland-brand vodka is considered just as good as Grey Goose, which is even higher praise than their ice cream competing with the mighty B&J. If you ask certain people, it's actually the same stuff, just packaged differently and sold for a fraction of the price.
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Is all vodka made in Russia?

According to the market-research firm ISWR, only around 14% of the global vodka supply is produced in the country, and that's mostly consumed by Russians. Data from the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States shows that just 1.2% of U.S. vodka imports came from Russia in the first half of 2021.
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