Costco fans are rushing to the stores to pick up a favorite holiday offering before it sells out again.
The popular 14-lb Noel Consorcio Spanish serrano ham — which has been a staple at Costco for years — is back this holiday season for $119.99, the same as last year.
“My Costco finally had the Serrano Ham Leg! Tastes just like the good stuff from Madrid,” said a fan on Reddit.
Another fan had tips for those looking for a bargain: They said the legs are sometimes sold at a discount after Thanksgiving.
In reviews on Costco’s site, the ham even got the thumbs up from Spanish customers.
Costco’s Noel Consorcio Spanish Serrano Ham is back for the holiday season
For those who want to avoid the crazy hassle in the aisles, it is also possible to order online for a $3 delivery fee.
The meat also comes with its own stand, knife and cutting instructions.
“This ham leg will be my contribution to the family Christmas party this year,” said another on Reddit about their festive plans.
‘I’ve been getting this for four years. They get discounts after Thanksgiving, and big discounts after Christmas,” a third advised.
Meanwhile, a customer named Enrique wrote in reviews on the Costco website: “From a Spaniard: Surprisingly good.
‘I’ve already bought two. As Spaniards, we miss the Jamon serrano the most. for the price and considering it comes with the blade and stand it is exactly what was needed.”
The ham is dried in the Pyrenees with Mediterranean sea salt and then aged for at least 12 months.
Costco claims the ham is 100 percent natural bone-in ham, made from the finest white pork, with no added nitrites and nitrates.
It is advisable to store the ham in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, when not being sliced.
This will help keep the meat flavorful throughout the holiday season.
One of Costco’s other returning seasonal treats is the ever-popular Kirkland Signature Peppermint Bark.
The famous snack is made of dark and white chocolate topped with crushed peppermint candies.
Costco customers who have been shopping at the department store recently may have noticed the holiday treat in the bakery sections.
Costco shoppers can purchase the 21-ounce package of the peppermint treat for just $9.99 this year.
Additionally, consumers can purchase a 15-pack of Häagen-Dazs’ limited edition Peppermint Bark Ice Cream Bars for $13.99.
Some savvy shoppers can find this product at Costco for $3.50 and online for $12.27 through November 17.
Costco fans are already browsing the aisles looking for seasonal deals and treats
Costco recently started offering its seasonal Kirkland Signature Peppermint Bark
Earlier this year, Costco increased its membership fees for the first time in seven years.
As of September 1, the department store chain’s standard membership has increased by $5 per year, from $60 to $65.
The Executive tier — which offers a 2 percent discount on all Costco purchases made that year up to a total of $750 — will increase by $10 to $130 per year.
Costco earns about $4 billion a year from the fees — a figure that will likely rise with the increase.
Until this latest increase, there have only been seven membership fee increases since Costco was founded in 1983.