Note: The “Must Try” rating refers to my recommendation that you buy a bottle if you’re on the fence, since you’re not likely to find a way to taste it before buying. ... Read More Girvan 47 year old 1965 (cask 9487) The Clan Denny. Let’s see how it tastes. Oh, and that happens every year. If you associate old sherried malts with notes of leather, rancio, resin, and concentrated fruit reductions (like I do), you will be hard-pressed to reconcile the flavors here – excellent though they might be – with the phrases “sherry cask” and “aged 20 years” on the bottle. ABV : 46%. The Macallan 12 is a better pick for everyday drinking, while the Kirkland 18 requires more careful consideration before it’s popped open. 20 Years Kirkland Signature . Not a McAllen 18 but quite good and certainly a bargain. and perhaps older sherry casks. The Kirkland scotch has a “Speyside” written on the label and although a lot of people initially thought it was the name of the actual distillery it has been produced in (as one really does exist), that is not the case-it refers to a region in Scotland that spreads on both sides of Spey river and is well known for the production of this traditional drink. The alcohol distributors in Georgia have the state legislature in the back pocket. //scotchnoob.com/2010/12/05/good-deals-at-costco/, Cocktails: Part One. Maybe something complex? Cheers! This doesn’t linger like a GlenDronach or an OB Macallan, but it is straightforward, pleasant, and inoffensive. Thanks for the compliment, Joel! So much, that even though we’re kings of the store brand, we don’t really have any store brand alcohol. Bottled by Alexander Murray & Co. Aberdeen Scotland. There is a distinct lack of rancio, leather, or other telling characteristics of long-term sherry maturation, which is consistent with the idea that the malt was in ex-bourbon (or perhaps reconditioned refill sherry casks) for the lion’s share of its age. Kirkland 7 year old Tennessee Straight Bourbon (Batch T-1796)—91 points, $30 Tasting blind, it’s worth at least $60. As before, this is bottled by those big-box contact maestros, Alexander Murray & Co. from a mystery distillery in Speyside. The Glenlivet Scotch Whisky. Great nose though. The Whiskey Crusaders review the Kirkland Speyside 20 year single malt scotch sherry cask finish which comes in at 92 proof. Since all whisky is aged in oak casks, the first statement isn’t very helpful. We’ve been seeing a lot of this sort of thing recently from independent bottler Alexander Murray & Co., who also bottled the Trader Joe’s unlabelled Speyside 18 single malt. Kirkland Speyside Sherry Cask Finish – 20 year. Occasionally there is an odd a bit of bronzer or suntan lotion. Then grab another one after you’ve tasted it. Was stocking up at Costco over the weekend and spotted yet another Kirkland brand Scotch. Finish: Medium-short. As I noted here (outdated): //scotchnoob.com/2010/12/05/good-deals-at-costco/ It is not necessary to have a membership to buy liquor at Costco (for the Costco stores that actually sell liquor that is – state-dependent). I’m grabbed second bottle while they’re in stock. 80 proof. The bright, fresh red fruits pop, and the mature malt provides a nutty and not overly-sweet backdrop. Palate: On the tame side. Whisky: Kirkland Signature Speyside 20 Year (2020 Ed.). I don’t like this style of marketing. A classic sherry bomb, with milk chocolate, raisins, brown sugar, hazelnuts, cloves, almonds, and plenty of oak. The login page will open in a new window. in Oloroso Sherry. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. Great comments and a site Nathan. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old. Return to List. It should be clear, though, that this was not aged for 20 years in ex-sherry. This is a solid, slightly sweet single malt. No, and that’s probably due to the low Abv. Looks like there’s a new kirkland 25 year old single malt aged in bourbon casks. Anyway, the one thing we also have in this part of Canada are ridiculous alcohol laws. By God, this smells like Macallan. Not a fan of the finish. Just wondering if there is much of a difference between the 18 and 20 year olds. It’s also possible that the Kirkland’s Speyside 25-year-old bottling is Mortlach, Longmorn or even Macallan, the latter of whom Kirkland has openly partnered with in the past. Cheers! I am a big scotch drinker and I have a favorite in The Macallan 12 and 18. Experimentation is also flourishing at the upper end of the market. Well, now I know. Now, is it “OMG 20 year” amazing? After logging in you can close it and return to this page. 750 ml. As soon as I saw the Kirkland label, I walked away. Size 750 ml Label 92 Proof Barcode 096619350308 Added … Speyside Bottled 2018 Stated Age 20 years old Casktype Bourbon Barrels + Sherry Finish Strength 46.0 % Vol. We have so many good store brands, there’s really no reason to ever pay full price for a name brand. That’s partially due to the ‘finish’ – 20 years in ex-bourbon (probably refill) – has less of an “aging” effect on the whisky as less-used oak does. One of the 3 was scotch. Or maybe it was just too simple and smooth. It’s certainly worth the price. The first thing that struck me on the label is that it says the whisky was aged in “Oak casks for 20 years and then finished in sherry casks” for an undisclosed amount of time. Finish: Earth, cinnamon, cranberries, licorice, oak, caramel, citrus. Kirkland 22 year Speyside Sherry Cask Finish (rumored to be Glenrothes), minimum 6 month Oloroso cask finish, 46% ABV:⁣ Average. I was just in Costco in Florida and noticed 3 Kirkland bottlings of liquor. 88 • Kirkland Signature 20 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 46% (Scotland) $57.99. And not Vietnam memories, as I’m not that old, but like good memories. Heck, one of our store brands now has a PREMIUM line up. The other bottles were more for mixing cocktails. I think I can find a beer, but it’s nothing special. Review #25: Kirkland 20 Year Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky Sherry Cask Finish (Bottled by Alexander Murray & Co.) Distillery: Unknown Bottler: Alexander Murray & Co Region: Speyside ABV: 46% Age: 20 Price: $57 Color: 1.4, Tawny Nose: Sweet and a little leathery. Great review! A tinge of charcoal and faint oak tannin – not quite bitter. It looks like Macallan, smells like Macallan but does not taste like Macallan. Another thing about Glen Taite; unlike the Kirkland’s it actually mentions Macallan on the label. Hi Tom, Unfortunately, I don’t have a Sam’s Club membership. I just tried the 20 year Kirkland Speyside scotch and I think it taste similar to Glenlivet. How much less than really good can this be? I had my first bottle and agree with the review. George T. Stagg 2013. We've discussed the Macallan made one, so anyone try this one? If it was actually official Macallan, it’d be $200. Kirkland Signature Blended Scotch Whisky Aged 27 Years. Honestly, after reviewing Kirkland 22 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Whisky, I … Alexander Murray & Co. 16 Year Scotland Speyside Single Malt. And then someone tells me that Kirkland Speyside Sherry Cask Finished – 20 year exists and I think they are nuts. The oddity here is that Kirkland’s (Costco’s) own-label bottlings of sherry-aged whisky are always Macallan, and they always say so. Costco sells 18-year-old Kirkland Speyside Sherry Cask Finish ($33), and Trader Joe’s has jumped on the trend with the Highland Malt Bourbon Cask Finish ($18). Similar Posts: Review: Kirkland Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 20 Years Old Sherry Cask Finish; Review: Kirkland Highland Single Malt 16 Years Old Bourbon Cask Matured This one doesn’t. Not sure about what you mean by that. Considering the aging process described, that means it’s almost certainly colored. ... I’d like to pair this with Thanksgiving this year. Funny. 750 ml. In Georgia you DO need a COSTCO membership. Fuck off. went back for more but all gone. Fuck off. You don’t need a membership to shop at the Sam’s Club (or Costco) liquor store. 3.5 (2) Rate Facebook; Twitter; Google+ ... Costco labeled speyside single malt Scotch. Nose: Raisin, orange juice, cloves, rum sauce, cinnamon, dark cherry. My Costco doesn’t carry it, though, so it may be regional, or limited in supply. Please note that MSRP may have changed since the date of our review. Alexander Murray & Co Caol Ila 8 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Kirkland 20 Year Speyside Single Malt Sherry Cask Finish (2018) Proof: 92 Age: 20 years Cost: $50 (If I remember correctly) Color: Auburn Nose: Caramel, toffee, leather, almost like many leather-bound books Palate: Caramel again, plenty of cherry and fig, honey, and a hint of coffee and salt.Each taste is more pleasant than the last. One where alcohol has been accepted as a vice that should be done in a calm, respectful manner for adults who can make choices? I didn’t want it to seem like I’m underage and my mommy bought me scotch. Hi Peter! Great stuff–worth every “yenny” I paid. The main one that causes a anti-magic field, not the side ones that shoot rays that petrify you. Well, we do, but they aren’t that great. One where alcohol has been accepted as a vice that should be done in a calm, respectful manner for adults who can make choices? I haven’t been asked to show it since I started the experiment a year ago. 92 • Kirkland Signature … It’s 19 years old and comparably priced to the Kirkland. Have you tried the 40yr old Speyside currently at Costco? Kirkland Signature Highland 18 year old Sherry Cask Finish, 40% Single Malt Scotch | $33 An 18 year old single malt for just $33 should set alarm bells ringing. It’s underwhelming for an 18-year Scotch, but good overall as a gentle and non-offensive sipping whiskey. Nose: Unmistakable sherry. Nose : The dry floral spice of Potpourri with a bowl of apple sauce.There are more subtle notes of oak and leather in the background. But for under 50 bucks who can complain. This weekend I noticed a new version of the 2013 classic: Kirkland (Costco’s brand) has a new version of its 20 year-old Speyside single-malt with a sherry cask finish (link to the last one I reviewed, in 2013, here). And then someone tells me that Kirkland Speyside Sherry Cask Finished – 20 year exists and I think they are nuts. Taste: Cherry, clove, sea salt, cola, wood, peach. Today we taste and review Kirkland Signature 20 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch and compare it to Macallan 12. Kirkland Signature, Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Sherry Cask End, 20 YO, Alexander Murray & Co, 46% ABV, 750 ml, MSRP: $58 The colour is a wealthy, darkish amber. At $35 a bottle its well worth the value and was great with a cigar and a Friday evening drink. The Noob’s Top 10 Cocktails, The Balvenie (15 year) Single Barrel Cask #201, ScotchNoob Recommends: The Glencairn Glass, ScotchNoob Recommends: The World Atlas of Whisky, ScotchNoob Recommends: Whisky Advocate Magazine, Book Review: The World Atlas of Whisky by Dave Broom, Lagavulin (9 year) – Game of Thrones “House Lannister”, Boutique-y Whisky: Tomatin (11 year) Batch 4, Mortlach (15 year) – Game of Thrones “Six Kingdoms”. Follow me on twitter @pongchmp to see all of my fine scotch updates. in Oloroso Sherry. Don’t be embarrassed Chad; I only wish my mommy would buy me fine single malt scotch. I’ll stay tuned for your possible review. Kirkland Speyside Sherry Cask Finish – 20 year April 22, 2013 October 8, 2018 The Scotch Noob Reviews 35 Comments 26515 views We’ve been seeing a lot of this sort of thing recently from independent bottler Alexander Murray & Co., who also bottled the Trader Joe’s unlabelled Speyside … sherry cask series (not Fine Oak), Glenmorangie Lasanta (cheapest option), GlenDronach, GlenGoyne, Tamdhu, Aberlour, etc., or anything that says “sherry cask” or similar on the label. Kirkland Speyside Single Malt 18 is a drinkable and enjoyable, if not unspectacular, whiskey, very much like the Kirkland 25 Blended Scotch, although I prefer the 18 to the 25 year. Leave a Reply Cancel reply. I mean, Costco has booze? Of course, you can’t buy anything else without a card, and you may have to explain this to the “bouncer” (if they check at all). Reminds me of Macallan, but not the fine oak ones. Anonymous above says it’s $33, so that would be cheaper than the 20, yes. They release their own branding of olive oil, soap, chips and thousands of other products under the name of Kirkland and whisky is … Cask: Ex-Bourbon, finished 6 mo. Update 5 years later: Another 20 year-old sherried Speysider, this time at 46% in 2018…. Does that one have an age statement? Have you tried the Kirkland 18 year old Scotch? It is perfectly legal under the 2009 Scotch Whisky Regulations for any whisky distilled at Macallan to be called either a "Speyside" or "Highland" single malt whisky. All alcohol (COSTCO, Trader Joe’s, et al) And why is it odd? ( Log Out /  I firmly recommend it. If your wallet is hurting from the price hikes on official bottlings of your favorite scotches, and you don’t mind a slight downgrade in quality in your value malts, then I recommend grabbing a bottle while it’s still available. Unfortunately, I’ve never seen the Mortlach at my local Costco. At any rate, it’s company policy that you can walk into any Costco and purchase liquor (Not sure if this applies to wine and beer too – would have to ask) without a card. Clarification on my mother bringing me the scotch ,I live in Nj she lives in Florida and the NJ,NY and CT costcos sold out in days. It is not an “oh my word that is good” but a very good drinkable scotch for $45. It’s earthy at the end. Strong nose, doesn’t smell anything like whisky. Me likely. ( Log Out /  WhenI called the clerk on this, he said local law had recently changed. Country/Region : Scotland/Speyside. It’s also Alexander Murray. I would say it tastes around 15 years old, to me. I’ve found that sometimes depending on the cask quality some older scotches may not benefit so much from extra aging. ($$$). I have not. I mean, Costco has booze? If I had to guess, I’d say this was rum. The Macallan’s own 25 Year Old Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky sells for $1500. Reblogged this on Toronto Whisky Society. I have a bottle of it and it’s pretty good, especially for 33 bucks. You also don’t need to be a member to pay for eye glasses and eye exams. $90, https://www.fatwallet.com/forums/grocery-coupons/1531111. What other scotch would compare in taste that is available today? Maybe something that sets off memories. My only question is does it actually taste it’s 20 years old? And why is it odd? Some bright red fruits – currant – on top of a deep, nutty layer of well-rounded malt. I did not read all of the comments, so someone might have addressed this. On the nostril, there’s a pronounced sherry cask affect of candy dried fruits and almond, adopted by notes of cask wooden, some licorice and only a trace of salinity. Anyway, from what I hear, this is pretty hard to do for a whisky company. I do know that the 18 is Macallan and is bottled by the same company. Kirkland 7 year old Tennessee Straight Bourbon (Batch T … Is it also imported by Alexander Murray? ABV: 46%. Not sure who makes this one since the the distiller wasn't on the label. This Islay single malt was finished in Sherry casks, delivering a ruddy ... See Full Review. Please allow me to clarify Doug's answer. I like this better than the Kirkland 20 year version I reviewed recently but it’s not really resonating with me on the palate or finish. Change ). Country/Region: Scotland/Speyside. 20 yo Speyside? I don’t generally buy bottles that are more than $100, and I don’t know of any way to sample Costco-exclusive whiskies. Conclusion: This is a pretty solid whisky, overall. ... TOModera 23/05/2014 05/05/2017 Kirkland, scotch, sherry cask, single malt, speyside. If I see it for a reasonable price I’ll be sure to pick it up. Whichever casks they chose for batch 3454 all ... I’ve tried all three and love them all but Kirkland’s new Speyside single malt 18 yr old with sherry cask finish is … Tasting : Neat in a Glencairn @ Home. ( Log Out /  If this IS Macallan, then Alexander Murray & Co. did something very un-Macallan to it. I recently purchase a bottle of this and agree with you completely. Kirkland 20 year old Sherry Cask Finished Speyside single malt scotch—92 points, $58 A classic sherry bomb, with milk chocolate, raisins, brown sugar, hazelnuts, cloves, almonds, and plenty of oak. Bottom-line: This is 20 year-old malt whisky with no major flaws for under $50. Kirkland Signature London Dry Gin 44% (USA) $17.99. I’d be curious to know what you think of that since I live close to a Sam’s Club. That’s unheard-of, especially in today’s overheated scotch market. Color: Dark amber. Kirkland is the own branding of Costco, which is a chain gross market in the USA. 750 ml. Lacks complexity overall. Then, you are the 1 that they decide to put the label on. That means it likely spent that time in ex-bourbon casks or possibly reconditioned (scraped and re-toasted) barrels. Kirkland Speyside, aged 20 years and finished in sherry cask, 46%, $59.99 for 750 ml Of the six sets of spirits we tasted, this “wowed” us. Not sure. After putting off a purchase for several months and totally missing the bandwagon, I finally caved in to the siren song of old whisky for low price and invested in a bottle. I like the flavor and would enjoy reading your assessment as you apply your remarkable ability to describe taste and nose. Scotch review #172, Speyside #50, Whisky Network review #225. The result is a Scotch that is amber in color with sweet aromas of polished wood, medium bodied, with hints of whipped cream, leaving a … To me it tasted more like Balvenie. Kirkland Signature 25 Year Old Speyside Single Malt lives up to the Speyside tradition, having been aged in ex Bourbon casks for over 25 years. I’ve never been so white than the last sentence. Maybe that’s why Macallan doesn’t want their name on it? I’m not sure, however, if you can ring up liquor without actually showing your card. Quick thank you out there to /u/Porkpants81 for the sweet Secret Santa Swap on this one. I’m very happy with my Kirkland 20 y/o Speyside, very nice for the price. The fruit here is dried, and somewhat dusty, and there are hints of tobacco, white pepper, and sappy oak. Have you tried Glen Taite (the Sam’s Club Macallan independent bottle)? Review #4: Kirkland 18 Year Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky Sherry Cask Finish Distillery: Unknown Bottler: Alexander Murray & Co. ABV: 46% Age: 18 Price: $55 Color: 1.4 Tawny Nose (according to the wife): Biggest note in here is honey accompanied by traces of dried fruit/acetone along with fresh wood (she thought it was cedar). Yeah, Bacon marmalade and cherry salsa bitches, we be living the high life in Canada. I recently had my mother bring me three bottles of Kirkland 18yr Speyside from Kirkland and I was very impressed with the smoothness and finish. Whisky: Kirkland Signature Speyside 22 Year; Alexander Murray Country/Region : Scotland/Speyside ABV: 46%. That makes it pointless to compare to Macallan’s official bottling range, so drinkers of The Macallan 18 will be disappointed to find this isn’t “as good”. 89 • Kirkland Signature 12 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky 40% (Scotland) $38.99. Top 100 Spirits 2016. Tried this scotch while it was still around, loved it. With Water: A few drops of water don’t seem to me to make much difference. -Nathan. If you’re able please post notes on Costco’s Mortlach 22 year 1989. What crazy world is this? BTW, picked up a 1,75 of Kirkland 12 yr old blend at Costco this week. 750 ml. I came across Trader Joe's Macduff 20-Year-Old Single Cask bottle when I was shopping for Christmas dinner and it was one of the last standing two bottles, which led me to buy one and review it. I haven’t tried the 18 – my Costco currently only has the 20. Additionally, all the alcohol there was noticeably more expensive than the nearby Liquor warehouses. Overall: My personal theory is that because this is a malt matured in non-sherry for 20 years and then finished in sherry, The Macallan did not want to tarnish their brand image by allowing Kirkland to name the distillery on the bottle and confuse drinkers accustomed to Macallan’s all-sherry, all-the-time house style. Palate: Medium to light body with a mild dryness. Kirkland 20 year old Sherry Cask Finished Speyside single malt scotch —92 points, $58. @pongchmp. Cask : Ex-Bourbon, finished 6 mo. I’ve made an experiment of walking into my Costco without showing my card. Bought a bottle without any hesitation. Still, for a 20 year old whisky, I was expecting… I don’t know, more? Quick thanks to /u/EMoneySC2 for this odd dram. Kirkland Speyside Sherry Cask Finished 20, Caol Ila 2004 Connoisseurs Choice – Wood Finished, Glenturret 30 1986 Cooper’s Cask / Glenturret Hydra II 7 Peated Port Pipe. must come through a distributor. Well… I mean, it’s a store brand, right? Please log in again. Consider yourself bookmarked. What are they charging for it? I just tried this scotch in a blind taste test over the weekend and tasted a bourbon note immediately to find out it was sherry cask. Very juicy. Kirkland 22 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an interesting one. Twitter. Whisky : Kirkland Signature Speyside 20 Year. Technically you don’t need a membership as long as you are only purchasing alcohol. Had never seen it before. Review: Kirkland Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 20 Years Old Sherry Cask Finish Christopher Null January 19, 2013 One of the questions I get asked the … I wouldn’t pay $70 or more for it. No, I would not say this tastes 20 years old – especially not in comparison to 18 year-old official sherry-aged Macallan. However, from the nose alone this seems like an excellent malt in its own right. I’m guessing there’s some law about not requiring membership for selling booze? And in Canada, the store brand reigns supreme. Magnificent Bastard: Ron Liebman It might be more helpful to think of this as a 20 year-old ex-bourbon Speysider with a top-dressing of sherry finish, à la Glenmorangie’s Lasanta. At 40%, this doesn’t need any further dilution. Like a good scotch I will be back for more! So you gotta bring your A game. Kirkland 7 year old Tennessee Straight Bourbon (Batch T-1796)—91 points, $30 Post was not sent - check your email addresses! You do need a membership card to walk into the store at Costco. Tullibardine sells their own 25-year-old Scotch for around $300 a bottle. Kirkland Signature, Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Sherry Cask Finish, 20 YO, Alexander Murray & Co, 46% ABV, 750 ml, MSRP: $58 The color is a rich, dark amber. Kirkland Signature 20 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky rating was calculated by tastings.com to be 88 points out of 100 on 6/27/2018. Compares favorably (in my mind) to the Dewar’s 12 yr old for 2/3 of the price. However, I was pleasantly surprised and would definitely grab another bottle the next time I am in. Nose: Fruity and malty with dried figs, dates, and chocolate covered berries.Earthy sweet ginger, worn leather, and fresh toasted dark bread give. Kirkland 20 year old Sherry Cask Finished Speyside single malt scotch—92 points, $58 A classic sherry bomb, with milk chocolate, raisins, brown sugar, hazelnuts, cloves, almonds, and plenty of oak. 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