Costco quietly discontinues award-winning Kirkland item fans call 'one of the best' in the market
Costco is ending its long-standing partnership with Deschutes Brewery, leading to the discontinuation of its award-winning Kirkland Signature craft beer.
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Coverage from The Washington Beer Blog, Central Oregon Daily, VinePair, Inc.com, and Fox Business highlights the end of the co-branded partnership. Reports focus on the transition away from this specific craft beer offering.
It remains to be seen if Costco will replace the line with a new brewing partner or if the retailer will exit the craft beer category entirely. Coverage does not yet specify the exact date of final product depletion.
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Quick answers
Which companies are ending their partnership?
Costco and Deschutes Brewery are ending their collaboration on the Kirkland Signature beer line.
Is the beer still available for purchase?
The beer has been discontinued, though coverage does not specify current inventory status at individual locations.
Was the Kirkland Signature beer well-regarded?
Yes, reports indicate the product had received industry awards.
Coverage (5)
- Deschutes and Costco Are Breaking Up. Here’s What You Need to Know. The Washington Beer Blog · 3h ago
- Deschutes Brewery, Costco ending Kirkland Signature beer partnership, reports say Central Oregon Daily · 3h ago
- Costco to Discontinue Co-Branded Kirkland Beers, Ending Partnership With Deschutes VinePair · 3h ago
- Costco's $14 Craft Beer Won Industry Awards. Now the Retailer Is Quietly Discontinuing It for Good inc.com · 3h ago
- Costco quietly discontinues award-winning Kirkland item fans call 'one of the best' in the market Fox Business · 3h ago
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