Lifeway Foods Expands Distribution to San Diego Region Costco Wholesale Warehouse Locations with Kefir Variety Packs

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Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY) has announced the expansion of its distribution network through a partnership with Costco Wholesale in the San Diego region. The company will introduce its signature kefir products in 60 Costco locations across California, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico.

The offering includes a 12-count variety pack of 8oz bottles featuring strawberry and peach flavors. Each serving contains 10g of protein and 12 live & active probiotic cultures, with no artificial sweeteners or preservatives. The product is lactose intolerance-friendly and will be available in the refrigerated dairy section.

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• Expansion into 60 new Costco locations across multiple states
• Strategic placement in high-traffic Costco stores reaching millions of potential customers
• Product positioning aligns with growing consumer demand for functional foods and probiotics

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Costco Members Can Now Enjoy Lifeway's Probiotic, Protein-Packed Kefir in Convenient 8oz Multi-Pack Boxes

MORTON GROVE, Ill., Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products, is proud to announce the launch of its signature Lifeway Kefir in the San Diego Costco region, which includes parts of California, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico. The rollout will place Lifeway's cultured dairy beverages in 60 Costco Wholesale Warehouse locations, providing easy access for millions of Costco members across the region.

Each Costco box will contain a 12-count variety pack of 8oz bottles of Lifeway Kefir, featuring fan-favorite strawberry and peach flavors. The boxes will be in refrigerated dairy and prominently display key health callouts, for protein and probiotics on the packaging.

"We're thrilled to bring the probiotic power of Lifeway Kefir to even more families through our partnership with Costco in California," said Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods. "Consumers today are more focused than ever on functional foods that support gut health, immunity and overall well-being. Our 8oz bottles are a perfect, convenient option for busy lifestyles –delicious, nutritious and easy to grab and go."

Lifeway Kefir is a tart and tangy cultured dairy drink made from high-quality milk and live and active probiotic cultures. Each 8oz serving contains:

• 10g of complete protein
• 12 live & active probiotic cultures
• Lactose intolerance-friendly
• No artificial sweeteners or preservatives

The new Costco multi-packs are ideal for families, lunchboxes, post-workout recovery and anyone looking to support digestive and immune health in a delicious way.

This expansion into the San Diego Costco region marks another milestone in Lifeway's ongoing mission to make probiotic-rich foods more accessible nationwide. Visit Lifeway's website to find a Costco Wholesale Warehouse near you with the new Lifeway Kefir multipacks.

About Lifeway Foods, Inc.
Lifeway Foods, Inc., which has been recognized as one of Forbes' Best Small Companies, is America's leading supplier of the probiotic, fermented beverage known as kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable kefir, the company also produces a variety of cheeses and a ProBugs line for kids. Lifeway's tart and tangy fermented dairy products are now sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, and France. Learn how Lifeway is good for more than just you at lifewayfoods.com.

Derek Miller 
Vice President of Communications, Lifeway Foods
Email: derekm@lifeway.net

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Email: info@lifeway.net

 

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FAQ

What products is Lifeway Foods (LWAY) launching at Costco in San Diego region?

Lifeway Foods is launching a 12-count variety pack of 8oz Kefir bottles featuring strawberry and peach flavors in the refrigerated dairy section.

How many Costco locations will carry Lifeway Foods' Kefir products?

Lifeway Foods' Kefir products will be available in 60 Costco Wholesale Warehouse locations across California, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico.

What are the key nutritional benefits of Lifeway's Kefir products at Costco?

Each 8oz serving contains 10g of complete protein, 12 live & active probiotic cultures, is lactose intolerance-friendly, and contains no artificial sweeteners or preservatives.

Which states are included in Lifeway Foods' Costco San Diego region expansion?

The San Diego Costco region expansion includes parts of California, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico.