Kirkland Signature 2026 Year of the Horse 8-Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky Lands at Little Rock Costco

Last Updated on December 20, 2025 by 5e2793

PUBLISH DATE: December 20th, 2025

Costco’s popular Lunar New Year whisky tradition continues in 2026 with the release of the Kirkland Signature Year of the Horse 8-Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky, and Arkansas shoppers are in luck — the bottle is currently available at the Little Rock Costco for $50.99 plus tax.

As with previous zodiac-themed releases, this is a limited seasonal offering, and once it sells through, it is not expected to be restocked.

Available Now in Little Rock

• Location: Little Rock Costco
• Price: $50.99 + tax
• Age Statement: 8 Years
• Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Release Type: Limited / Seasonal (Lunar New Year)

Costco’s Kirkland Signature Scotch releases are well known for offering age-stated whisky at an aggressive price point, and this Year of the Horse edition continues that trend.

A Yearly Lunar New Year Tradition

Each year, Costco releases a specially branded Kirkland Signature whisky tied to the Chinese Zodiac as part of its Lunar New Year lineup. These releases have quietly become a tradition among both casual whisky drinkers and collectors.

Common traits across the yearly releases include:

• An age statement (often 8 years)
• Single malt or blended Scotch sourcing
• Approachable flavor profiles
• Limited availability
• High-quality, decorative packaging

While Costco does not disclose the distillery source, these bottlings are typically believed to be Highland or Speyside-style Scotch, emphasizing balance, malt sweetness, and broad appeal.

Collector-Focused Packaging

One of the standout features of the Year of the Horse release is its presentation box, which makes this bottle especially attractive to collectors and gift buyers.

The box features:

• Bold zodiac artwork highlighting the Horse
• Rich red, blue, and gold color accents
• Clear “Year of the Horse 2026” branding
• A premium, gift-ready display design

Many buyers of previous zodiac releases have chosen to keep the box intact or even leave the bottle unopened for display purposes. For under $55 out the door, it punches well above its weight as a collectible Scotch presentation.

Why This Bottle Gets Attention

Publications like Tasting Table frequently highlight Kirkland Signature spirits as some of the best values at Costco, especially for gift-giving under $50. The Lunar New Year whiskies regularly earn a spot in those discussions thanks to their combination of:

• Age statement
• Single malt designation
• Attractive packaging
• Competitive pricing

At $50.99, the Year of the Horse 8-Year Single Malt sits in a price range where most comparable Scotch offerings are either younger, non–age stated, or lack premium presentation.

Limited Release — Buy While You Can

As with prior zodiac bottlings:

• Quantities are limited
• Distribution varies by warehouse
• Once sold out, they typically do not return

If you’re interested in this bottle — whether to drink, gift, or display — it’s one worth picking up while it’s still on the floor at the Little Rock Costco.

Bottom Line

The Kirkland Signature Year of the Horse 8-Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky is:

• A strong value Scotch
• A Lunar New Year collector piece
• A polished gift-ready bottle
• Available right now in Little Rock for $50.99 + tax

For Arkansas whisky fans, this is one of those Costco drops that quietly delivers far more than its price tag suggests. 🥃