Two Costco must-buys for the Christmas party season as low as $5 - you don't need to be an expert to appreciate them

COSTCO has a couple of cheap finds for your Christmas dinner you could be missing out on.

Just like everything amid high inflation this year, you could spend a lot more money than you need to on the alcoholic beverage. 

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But described “cheap wine” enthusiast Laura McCarson has found two bottles at Costco that might be worth adding to your Christmas party. 

Additionally, she is dedicating an advent calendar series on her TikTok channel @laura_mccarson by reviewing individual wines sold at the warehouse chain. 

Here are two in particular that she recommends buying for as low $5 and all you need to do is sacrifice brand loyalty. 

1. Kirkland Marlborough

Many Costco products can be bought under its private label brand known as Kirkland including wine. 

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Laura compared Kirkland’s Marlborough wine to the Kim Crawford brand. 

However – Costco’s dupe can be had for just a fraction of the price, costing just $7.49 for a 750 ML bottle in a local store. 

Online, a Kim Crawford 750 ML Marlborough bottle could sell anywhere from $9.99 to $17.99. 

As always, keep in mind prices can vary by store and location. 

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2. Kirkland Grave Pinot Grigio

If $7 plus is too high for your liking, you can score a Grave Pinot Grigio bottle for just $4.99.

Laura’s best comparison was to the Santa Margherita.

However, she admitted the taste quality wasn’t as good – but it might be satisfying enough to complement your budget. 

A Santa Margherita Grave Pinot Grigio 750 ML bottle could cost as much as $49 in some cases depending on where you buy it.

So, this could save you about 90%. 

Another wine dupe

If you don’t have a Costco membership, you might be in luck too. 

Aldi has a dupe for Stella Rosa Blueberry Wine, which retails for $15, according to another TikTok influencer known as Lauryn Chayce Coleman.

It’s known as Stella Rosa Blueberry Wine, which can be had for 73% less.

Lauryn said: "This wine tastes almost EXACTLY like Stella Rosa, for only $3.99 per bottle!"

For more related stories, Aldi has even McDonald's dupes including chicken strips and chicken stack.

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