Costco’s new bourbon is hugely popular — and weirdly inspired by $1.50 fan-fave snack: ‘Subtle notes of hot dog water’

Costco’s new bourbon is hugely popular — and weirdly inspired by .50 fan-fave snack: ‘Subtle notes of hot dog water’

Well, hot diggity bourbon. Costco has released a private-label whiskey inspired by the chain’s famous $1.50 hot dog and soda food court combo. “I Got That Dog in Me,” produced by Rare Character Whiskey, a company that creates tailor‑made whiskey blends for corporate customers, is priced at nearly $90 a bottle, but die-hard fans are … Read more

Costco’s fan favorite bakery treat returns: ‘Dangerous’ dessert

Costco’s fan favorite bakery treat returns: ‘Dangerous’ dessert

A favorite Costco bakery item has made a triumphant return after years of on-and-off appearances, and fans are once again rushing to grab it before it disappears. The Kirkland Signature Butter Cinnamon Sugar Loaf, first spotted as early as 2017, has developed a reputation for vanishing from shelves for long stretches, leaving customers to wonder if it … Read more

Costco’s popular 4-pound fall dessert is back — and fans still can’t believe the massive treat’s cheap price

Costco’s popular 4-pound fall dessert is back — and fans still can’t believe the massive treat’s cheap price

This dessert is the pick of the patch. Costco’s beloved Kirkland Signature Pumpkin Pie is officially back on shelves for autumn — and the colossal confection is taking up plenty of in-store real estate. The fan-favorite dessert weighs a whopping 58 ounces — that’s 3 pounds and 10 ounces of pie. Costco’s beloved giant Kirkland … Read more

Costco’s big, new perk kicks in — but you may need to upgrade your membership to get it

Costco’s big, new perk kicks in — but you may need to upgrade your membership to get it

The early bird gets the Kirkland rotisserie chicken. Costco members across the country are setting their alarms an hour early Tuesday to enjoy first dibs on everything from 30-packs of toilet paper to the company’s famous $1.50 hot dogs. But it’s only for a select group of shoppers. Executive members can grab their super-sized shopping … Read more

Here’s how much Costco’s hot dog combo would cost today — if accounted for inflation

Here’s how much Costco’s hot dog combo would cost today — if accounted for inflation

Costco customers relish in the low price of the beloved hot dog and drink combination — and rightfully so. Spending just $1.50 on a soda and a hot dog is unheard of these days, and the wholesale store famously hasn’t changed the price since 1985. That price isn’t likely to go up any time soon … Read more

Costco’s NSFW ‘penis’ cups elicit naughty reactions: ‘Looks like you got shafted’

Costco’s NSFW ‘penis’ cups elicit naughty reactions: ‘Looks like you got shafted’

Who knew shopping at Costco could be so … dirty? A Reddit user who goes by @Tommyjv online uploaded an image deemed NSFW on Aug. 19, asking viewers how Costco expects customers to be fine with what they’re seeing. The photo shows a dark beverage in a paper cup with a clear lid. However, what … Read more

California mom tests limits of Costco’s return policy — by trying to take back a 3-year-old couch her son drew on: ‘Do you feel good about it?’

California mom tests limits of Costco’s return policy — by trying to take back a 3-year-old couch her son drew on: ‘Do you feel good about it?’

Talk about the cost of doing business. A shameless Costco shopper put the popular warehouse retailer’s generous return policy to the test — and tested the patience of social media observers — by dragging a three-year-old couch back to her local store. California-based realtor Jasmen Reyes recently performed a public demonstration of the limits of the guarantee … Read more

Costco’s apocalypse dinner kit will last for 25 years — here’s how much it will set back doomsday preppers

Costco’s apocalypse dinner kit will last for 25 years — here’s how much it will set back doomsday preppers

It’s the Cost-co of living. Given that the world will start seriously unraveling next year — at least according to blind mystic Baba Vanga — it’s high time to start prepping for armageddon. Fortunately, Costco is selling the ultimate apocalypse dinner kit which lasts for a quarter-century and costs under $100, as detailed in a … Read more

Costco’s only Manhattan store not immune from shoplifting epidemic — the 7 most stolen items revealed

Costco’s only Manhattan store not immune from shoplifting epidemic — the 7 most stolen items revealed

It’s a sticky-fingered situation. Manhattan’s only Costco may have a shoplifting problem, it’s been revealed, months after rampant theft allegedly drove the Target next door to close — and even after the company has bragged that their closed-door policy has helped them to steer around the recent retail crime epidemic. The lone location of the big … Read more