7 Costco Items You Should Buy in Bulk as Gas Prices Go Up in April

Costco buys wholesale, which could help offset rising gas costs in April.

Gas prices are going up, so unless you plan on driving less, you’ll need to adjust your budget accordingly. Costco to the rescue! The warehouse is stocked with as many food, drink and household essentials as you can buy to maximize savings. What should you buy when prices are at the pump? Here are 7 Costco items you should buy in bulk as gas prices go up in April.

Kirkland signature paper towels

With an average rating of nearly 5 stars, Kirkland’s signature paper towels are one of the most money-saving items in the club. “I’ve tried several different brands of paper towels, some were acceptable quality and others were very expensive, but the quality just didn’t match the extra cost. The Kirkland brand fits what our family wants from paper towels. There are enough towels to relieve the frustration of feeling like you’re constantly changing them. The quality is above average and the price is reasonable. The packaging is especially easy to open. Rolled up,” one reviewer wrote. says

Kirkland signature toilet paper

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Kirkland Signature toilet paper is the only one I buy and other buyers agree. “This is why I have a membership. Everything else is just a plus” for a second agrees. “Dude, they have the best toilet paper and paper towels. Literally nothing comes close. We ran out of Kirkland toilet paper and had to buy 4 pk of angel soft. I was in disbelief. It was half the size and not comfortable.” he says

Kirkland Signature Kitchen Drawstring Bags

“Garbage bags”, aka Kirkland Signature Kitchen Drawstring Bagsis a cost-effective item that customers buy repeatedly according to to Redditors. “I’m here to say it! The box lasts forever. I’ve never had a bust of a bag and they’ve moved on me about a million times!” Other agreed.

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Kirkland Signature fresh bone-in chicken breast

Ever since I was a kid, my mom has been buying chicken breasts from Kirkland Signature Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken for less per pound than most grocery stores. She freezes the breasts separately and thaws them the night before cooking.

Kirkland Signature Rotisserie Chicken

The $5 rotisserie chicken is probably the best deal in the entire Costco store. “Salad chicken is the best. It’s a whole cooked chicken that costs less than the same amount of raw meat and saves you time and money. It can be added to any chicken dish (I use it for chili, pasta, soups, tamales, etc.) it took you maybe 20 minutes to make (although I know that’s not necessarily what you’re interested in here, it’s for your bird)”. he says.

Kirkland Signature Organic Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

Even chefs and foodies swear by Kirkland Signature Organic Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, which is sourced from lower-priced, higher-quality brand-name olives from organically grown olives throughout Europe’s Mediterranean region. Traditional is one of the warehouse’s most popular products, but seasonal selections are usually available that customers love. “Very good olive oil. It’s worth it and I think it should be higher than other popular olive oils,” says one buyer.

Kirkland’s signature coffee beans and K-Cups

And I always buy coffee at Costco to save big. From bean bags to Signature Coffee K-Cups, you’ll enjoy bulk savings without compromising on flavor. “Tastes better and smoother than Starbucks’ Pike Place Roast and definitely more onions for less money. Heckuva deal!” writes a review. “I decided to try this instead of my usual Caribou or Paul Newman and I was pleasantly surprised. The coffee tastes great and is smooth. Will be buying more,” adds another.

Leah Groth