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Taima: Dec 31, 2006

Yeah a lot of beer at Costco is super local (and actually getting more local in my experience). I live in central CA so we get ballast point, Stone, etc.

That particular Ballast Point 3 pack deal was a Christmas thing (one regular ballast, one coconut ballast, one peppermint ballast) for 3.57. The seasonal clearances are always the best.

In any case I highly suggest checking the alcohol when you cruz through Costco regardless of where you are. You would be really surprised what you can find.

It's clearance if the price ends in a 7.

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# ? May 19, 2022 02:19

DELETE CASCADE: Oct 25, 2017; i haven't washed my penis since i jerked it to a phtotograph of george w. bush in 2003

my local costco has been selling 6 packs of tall cans of arrogant bastard pilsner for like $6 and i've bought at least 5 by now but they're almost out

# ? Jan 31, 2018 00:05

Taima: Dec 31, 2006

Yeah they've been totally killing it on the 6 packs lately.

e: The one exception is IPAs. Costco's distro usually isn't good enough to get IPA to market in a reasonable time frame (which, coincidentally, is why a lot of the USA finds IPA to be garbage, but that's another discussion).

Taima fucked around with this message at 03:05 on Jan 31, 2018

# ? Jan 31, 2018 00:13

Cosmograph Kramer: Jun 25, 2012; Yeah, well I don't trust this guy. I think he regifted, he degifted, and now he's using an upstairs invite as a springboard to a Super Bowl sex romp.

Why the gently caress doesn�t Costco stock creature comforts in Georgia. Ftge

# ? Jan 31, 2018 00:15

Peachfart: Jan 21, 2017

10-15% of stock is based on the wealth of the area and store manager discretion. Leave feedback at your local Costco, maybe things will change.

# ? Jan 31, 2018 00:17

C. Everett Koop: Aug 18, 2008; by Smythe

Taima posted:

I usually go once a week to check the clearances, it's like a scavenger hunt where you randomly get half price scotch or, like... goldenberries.

Or one time, 3 packs of Victory at Sea bombers for $3.57.

You never know.

what the gently caress are goldenberries

# ? Jan 31, 2018 07:39

Prokhor Zakharov: Dec 31, 2008; Good luck with your depression!

Here in Oregon at least two full aisles are dedicated to local microbrew packs with more floor space for local wine

# ? Jan 31, 2018 08:40

Former DILF: Jul 13, 2017

EAT FASTER!!!!!! posted:

Costco is thriving. Look at their share price.

$2.00 per share of pepperoni pies at the foot court

# ? Jan 31, 2018 10:50

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Taima posted:

Nah it's like 3 bucks or something.

2 and change I'm pretty sure

with sausage and pepper

# ? Jan 31, 2018 11:58

Fellis: Feb 14, 2012; Kid, don't threaten me. There are worse things than death, and uh, I can do all of them.

Are the .97 price codes still real? I didn�t see any .97 stuff anywhere at my costco last i looked. I saw a few asterisks which i think mean �not getting restocked� though

# ? Jan 31, 2018 20:28

bob dobbs is dead: Oct 8, 2017; I love peeps; Nap Ghost

Prokhor Zakharov posted:

Here in Oregon at least two full aisles are dedicated to local microbrew packs with more floor space for local wine

i work right next to a place that sells 80% of the existing microbrew brands in the western united states
it good. our friday drinking is on point

# ? Jan 31, 2018 20:32

Big Grunty Secret: Aug 28, 2007; Just one question, though. Is there a way to take off my pants?

belt posted:

Wait so is the italian sausage not just another option for the 1.50 dog? Sorta like my Costco has it so you can either get a Brat or a Dog for 1.50.

The 1.50 brat is not available in Mass AFAIK, we get the 1.50 dog and the Italian Sausage Sandwich with peppas-n-onions for 2.79. Haven't had in years but is good.

I had the brat when I was in Michigan on a road trip, a good alternative to the dog IMO.

Big Grunty Secret fucked around with this message at 20:43 on Jan 31, 2018

# ? Jan 31, 2018 20:34

Squashy Nipples: Aug 18, 2007

Big Grunty Secret posted:

The 1.50 brat or dog is not available in Mass AFAIK, we get the Italian Sausage Sandwich with peppas-n-onions for 2.79. Haven't had in years but is good.

I had the brat when I was in Michigan on a road trip, a good alternative to the dog IMO.

What? Every Costco I've been to in Mass has both the $1.50 Dog and Soda, and the Italian sausage sandwich.

# ? Jan 31, 2018 20:41

Big Grunty Secret: Aug 28, 2007; Just one question, though. Is there a way to take off my pants?

Squashy Nipples posted:

What? Every Costco I've been to in Mass has both the $1.50 Dog and Soda, and the Italian sausage sandwich.

My bad, original post edited. In MA we most definitely get the 1/4 lb all beef hot dog and drink (with refill) for 1.50.

# ? Jan 31, 2018 20:44

FCKGW: May 21, 2006

Fellis posted:

Are the .97 price codes still real? I didn�t see any .97 stuff anywhere at my costco last i looked. I saw a few asterisks which i think mean �not getting restocked� though

Sure, but markdowns are at managers descretion. If they are managing their inventory well they'll have little to no markdowns.

# ? Jan 31, 2018 22:16

Jingleheimer: Mar 30, 2006

Any price that ends in a 7 (usually .97 or .67) is a corporate markdown, so most if not all stores will have that price. Prices that end in .00 are store specific markdowns, and they usually only do that with items that are the last ones or if the packaging is damaged, pretty much anything they're trying to get rid of.

# ? Jan 31, 2018 22:54

Meydey: Dec 31, 2005

Its always fun to look for the .97 stuff.
Yesterday we found the 3 pack of Quaker Breakfast bars (2 boxes of Strawberry and 1 box of Apple) for $5.97 at Issaquah
Gonna go back tomorrow and stock up

These: https://www.instacart.com/costco/products/17748490-quaker-breakfast-squares-strawberry-baked-apple-cinnamon-soft-baked-bars-3-x-12-6-oz

# ? Jan 31, 2018 23:12

Taima: Dec 31, 2006

C. Everett Koop posted:

what the gently caress are goldenberries

What the gently caress is JUICE?

They're just berries dude. They taste really good, are good for you, and they grow in Chili/Peru.

They also have an outer sleeve thing like a tomatillo

# ? Jan 31, 2018 23:40

Mo_Steel: Mar 7, 2008; Let's Clock Into The Sunset Together; Fun Shoe

I bought Kirkland toilet paper. As I live alone, this is possibly a 1-2 year supply. We shall see if I did well or if I ought have opted for Charmin, but Kirkland has not done wrong by me before.

# ? Jan 31, 2018 23:54

binge crotching: Apr 2, 2010

Mo_Steel posted:

I bought Kirkland toilet paper. As I live alone, this is possibly a 1-2 year supply. We shall see if I did well or if I ought have opted for Charmin, but Kirkland has not done wrong by me before.

The Kirkland is fine, but my butt prefers the Charmin

# ? Feb 1, 2018 00:25

Tim Whatley: Mar 28, 2010

Holy poo poo big shoutout to those recommending the optical department.

I paid $190 total for new frames and 45 days worth of contact lenses. (Probably will buy lenses elsewhere after since Costco doesn't take my insurance) but even the frames alone were beyond worth it without using my benefits.

PBUCCCCCC

# ? Feb 1, 2018 00:59

stealie72: Jan 10, 2007; Their eyes locked and suddenly there was the sound of breaking glass.

Tim Whatley posted:

Holy poo poo big shoutout to those recommending the optical department.

I paid $190 total for new frames and 45 days worth of contact lenses. (Probably will buy lenses elsewhere after since Costco doesn't take my insurance) but even the frames alone were beyond worth it without using my benefits.

PBUCCCCCC

$120 for glasses here. Ordered at 4pm Saturday. Got the text that they are ready this evening. PBUC

# ? Feb 1, 2018 03:37

Pennywise the Frown: May 10, 2010; Upset Trowel

Mo_Steel posted:

I bought Kirkland toilet paper. As I live alone, this is possibly a 1-2 year supply. We shall see if I did well or if I ought have opted for Charmin, but Kirkland has not done wrong by me before.

I love their rear end paper. I bought some last year sometime and I still have a some left.

# ? Feb 1, 2018 03:50

Xaris: Jul 25, 2006; Neigh

Tim Whatley posted:

Holy poo poo big shoutout to those recommending the optical department.

I paid $190 total for new frames and 45 days worth of contact lenses. (Probably will buy lenses elsewhere after since Costco doesn't take my insurance) but even the frames alone were beyond worth it without using my benefits.

PBUCCCCCC

The optimal department was much better before 2009 when all you had was hot garbage Luxottica-monopoly poo poo selling overpriced $300 glasses that suck, and Costco would offer really nice poo poo for $150. but you can buy just as good online glasses at like zennioptical or optical4less for like <$50.

I still highly recommend going to Costco for the eye exam and taking the prescription online, my eye doc there is really good and cool, and its like $45 for an eye exam

# ? Feb 1, 2018 03:56

Prokhor Zakharov: Dec 31, 2008; Good luck with your depression!

bob dobbs is dead posted:

i work right next to a place that sells 80% of the existing microbrew brands in the western united states
it good. our friday drinking is on point

Costco is pretty much the only place I buy Rogue beers considering how grossly overpriced they are everywhere (which even then isn't often cause the company loving sucks).

# ? Feb 1, 2018 05:28

bob dobbs is dead: Oct 8, 2017; I love peeps; Nap Ghost

Prokhor Zakharov posted:

Costco is pretty much the only place I buy Rogue beers considering how grossly overpriced they are everywhere (which even then isn't often cause the company loving sucks).

oh yah, that company sucks
it's not that company, it's a grocery store with a madman for a stocking manager

# ? Feb 1, 2018 05:30

Over There: Jun 28, 2013

What's the best bang for you buck for a good beer at Costco?

# ? Feb 1, 2018 14:16

binge crotching: Apr 2, 2010

Over There posted:

What's the best bang for you buck for a good beer at Costco?

I know it's not the Kirkland Light.

# ? Feb 1, 2018 16:48

A Pack of Kobolds: Mar 23, 2007

binge crotching posted:

I know it's not the Kirkland Light.

This is really disappointing. An inoffensive light lager in bulk is something that KS should be able to pull off. PBUC.

# ? Feb 1, 2018 16:56

Chinatown: Sep 11, 2001; ~*Problematic Poster*~; Fun Shoe

Over There posted:

What's the best bang for you buck for a good beer at Costco?

The Kirkland craft variety packs are deece.

I pick up a 30 of Coors Light usually.

# ? Feb 1, 2018 17:23

Taima: Dec 31, 2006

Chinatown posted:

The Kirkland craft variety packs are deece.

I pick up a 30 of Coors Light usually.

lol

I mean fair enough I guess... it's a broad question and he doesn't define "good"

# ? Feb 1, 2018 18:12

Geoj: May 28, 2008; BITTER POOR PERSON

Outside of local/regional beer I rarely see anything worth buying. Every now and then they'll have a sampler pack from Stone or Goose Island and in early summer I've seen 50/50 30 packs of Modelo Especial & Negra.

# ? Feb 1, 2018 18:31

FogHelmut: Dec 18, 2003; Your authority is not recognized in Fort Kickass.

They had a 24 case of Lagunitas Brown Shugga for $29? I think. Those are like 9.4%, probably best bang for buck.

Around here, if you're comparing to other stores, Pacificos are only like $2 a case less at $22. 805 is like $24 or $25 for a 24 pack, which is immensely cheaper. Those go for like $17 for a 12 pack at Ralph's.

FogHelmut fucked around with this message at 18:58 on Feb 1, 2018

# ? Feb 1, 2018 18:56

stealie72: Jan 10, 2007; Their eyes locked and suddenly there was the sound of breaking glass.

My state controls alcohol prices and only sells liquor in state stores, so all the Costco beer selections here are poo poo. Also, no handles of high quality $20 scotch for me.

# ? Feb 1, 2018 21:41

Over There: Jun 28, 2013

stealie72 posted:

My state controls alcohol prices and only sells liquor in state stores, so all the Costco beer selections here are poo poo. Also, no handles of high quality $20 scotch for me.

Virginia?

# ? Feb 1, 2018 21:42

Sticky: Jan 1, 2006; Pornhub. XTube. I know these names, better than I know my own grandmothers.

Our go to cheap Costco beer is the Coors light cooler, 36 pack that comes in a soft cooler so it's like a double purchase. Life changing.

Local Costco usually carries a ton of great local stuff like Middle Ages, Saranac, Brooklyn and Southern Tier. Although lately it's just been higher end macros like blue point and Stella which is fine but kinda disappointing compared to what I've seen in the past.

Although they do carry those super cheap Warsteiner and Modelo packs seasonally and those are great.

# ? Feb 1, 2018 21:46

Cosmograph Kramer: Jun 25, 2012; Yeah, well I don't trust this guy. I think he regifted, he degifted, and now he's using an upstairs invite as a springboard to a Super Bowl sex romp.

Kirkland liquor is where it�s AT

PBUC

# ? Feb 1, 2018 21:47