Costco brands do well against big-name makers

Study says some even ranked better

Good news for Costco fans.

Kiplinger says a recent study by the University of California found that the Costco's in-store brand, Kirkland, is as good or even better than the products made by big-name manufacturers.

Some example include the Kirkland olive oil, Kirkland vodka and tequila.

The site says even Kirkland golf balls did well in a comparison test with Titleist.