Jun 10, 2026

8 Kirkland Summer Staples That Make a Costco Membership Worth It

Written by Heather Taylor
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Edited by Jenna Klaverweiden
8 Kirkland Summer Staples That Make a Costco Membership Worth It

There are certain Kirkland Signature products it just makes sense to stock up on during the summer months.

Costco’s popular private-label brand offers up essentials for everyone that are affordable enough to fit every budget without skimping on seasonal fun.

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Here are eight Kirkland Signature summer staples members can buy now for under $25.

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  • Price: $21.55

No summer is complete without sizzling Kirkland Signature beef franks on the grill. The price per frank in these 15-count packs comes out to around $1.44, which is a fantastic deal for feeding a crowd.

  • Price: $18.15

Name-brand bags of charcoal briquettes tend to cost $20 or more when purchased at home improvement retailers.

Costco members can save a few bucks and score 30 pounds of all-natural briquettes that are easy to light and burn hot when they opt for Kirkland.

  • Price: $16.99

Kirkland Signature microwave popcorn is one of summer’s unofficial snacks. Each box contains 44 packets of popcorn to quickly pop and enjoy during movie nights in and outdoor parties and cookouts.

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  • Price: $14.74

No summer is complete without ice cream, and you can get a fantastic value at Costco shopping the Kirkland Signature brand. This premium vanilla ice cream comes with two half-gallon cartons so you’re never in danger of running out.

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  • Price: $13.50

If the price of fresh berries is eating up your grocery budget, the next best move is to buy ‘em frozen.

Kirkland Signature’s frozen three berry blend weighs in at 4 pounds and comes loaded with raspberries, blueberries and blackberries. After thawing, add the blend into smoothies, yogurt parfaits or snack on the berries solo.

  • Price: $9.99

Alleviate seasonal allergies with Kirkland Signature allergy medicine. This over-the-counter medication is a win-win for wallets since there are 600 minitabs in every bottle (enough to keep taking long after summer ends).

  • Price: $7.59

There are endless ways to enjoy Kirkland Signature organic lemonade during the summer months.

Costco members get two hefty 96-fluid-ounce bottles of lemonade to sip on its own or serve in mocktails or cocktails for your favorite seasonal mixed drink recipes.

  • Price: $4.53

Fun in the sun means taking regular hydration breaks, and you can’t beat the value on Kirkland Signature purified drinking water.

This bulk buy comes loaded with 40 bottles of water, so members pay around 11 cents per bottle. Keep a package handy in the pantry for upcoming outdoor gatherings, barbecues and road trips.

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Editor’s note: Prices and availability are subject to change.

This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.

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Written by
Heather Taylor
Edited by
Jenna Klaverweiden