Costco's Hot Dog Combo Gets a Refresh, Price Stays the Same

0:00Costco just dropped the first update to its legendary $1.50 hot dog combo in 40 years. Shoppers can now swap the Fountain Soda for a 16.9 ounce Kirkland Signature water bottle, but that price tag stays locked at $1.50. Since 1984, this combo has been a steal. Shrugging off inflation while food costs everywhere else skyrocketed, it's become a symbol of Costco keeping it real for members dodging those long checkout lines. This online are losing it over the switch, with means and shirts celebrating the hot dog's unbeatable value. Even CEO Ron Vakress jumped in, biting into one on video and declaring the price won't budge while he's in charge. That clip racked up over $8,000 likes. Details on whether this water option rolls out nationwide are still fuzzy, and Costco hasn't hit back on questions yet. So as you weave through those aisles next time, know the hot dog still your affordable fix, water, or soda, no price hike and sight.

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