Why Costco's Kirkland Signature Frozen Cocktails Were A Total Failure - Tasting Table

"Not every product that hits the shelves is destined to last. Some are only intended for a limited time, some don't appeal to customers, and some just aren't very good. That last reason appears to be what led to the failure of Kirkland Signature frozen cocktails. Based on feedback from those who tried them, they were not worth the time or money."

"Some found the lime too tart and the strawberry too sweet. Others on Reddit complained that they were too sweet and noted that they didn't freeze very well. Another common complaint was that, although each pop was 8% alcohol by volume, the small package size (3 ounces) meant you'd need to eat several before you felt any effects from the alcohol."

Kirkland Signature frozen cocktails received mostly negative feedback centered on flavor and value. Flavors drew mixed reactions, with lime described as too tart and strawberry as too sweet, and multiple reviewers said the pops did not freeze well. The 3-ounce size at 8% ABV required consuming several pops to feel alcohol effects, reducing convenience and perceived value. Some reviews warned that the frozen pops could be sharp enough to cut the mouth. Marketing touted 100 calories and no artificial sweeteners, yet the flavors listed artificial colors and only one flavor lacked artificial flavors, undermining claims.

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