The Company Behind Costco's Kirkland Brand Canadian Whisky

Though Costco hasn't said, it's widely reported and believed that Crown Royal — the same brand with the iconic purple satchels — makes the Kirkland brand Canadian whisky.

However, others note that older bottles can be traced to other Canadian companies and that the Kirkland version's ingredients aren't the same as Crown Royal, muddying this theory.

Those with discerning palates note some overlap between Crown Royal and the Costco Canadian whisky, noting similar sweet notes and a smooth character.

The whisky bottle notes that it's aged for six years and has been blended. If it really is the same distiller, then you can score a Crown Royal dupe for many dollars less.