Let’s talk about how food-themed products are having a major moment. Food on its own is divine, of course, but it takes on new, fun energy when it infiltrates everyday items and accessories. Adding a buttered toast handbag to your wardrobe or throwing olive plush pillows on your bed creates a playful twist to your personal style and decor that serves up smiles in an instant.
And now, the food-fun trend has officially made its way into one of my favorite retailers — just in time for summer. Aldi recently announced it has a must-have water accessory for foodies who love all things quirky and scrumptious: an inflatable butter stick pool noodle that’s just $9.99 and screams fun in the sun!
The beloved German grocery chain (which has some of the best cheap groceries around!) showed off this gem, created by lifestyle brand BigMouth on Instagram, and I was immediately obsessed. It’s a hilarious twist on the classic pool noodle, which, let’s be real, has historically been a bit bland. You know the ones — solid foam, bright colors, super fun, but not exactly eye-catching in the water.
This food-themed float? A total upgrade. It’s inflatable (not foam!), so you can float with your family and pals in buttery style (just remember that it’s for ages 8+). It measures 59.8 by 10.2 by 10.2 inches when inflated, so you have about five feet of fun for the pool, lake, or beach. According to Aldi, it’s lightweight enough for play but sturdy enough to keep everyone afloat in the water as you splash around. Plus, it’s a breeze to both inflate and deflate, and stores so easily. Grab your floating cooler and get ready to lounge in delicious style on the water!
Seriously, people are going bananas for this adorable buttery float. Folks flocked to the comment section on Aldi’s Instagram post to share their excitement, saying things like, “I don’t have a pool but I need this?” and “Got mine today!” People are also cracking lots of jokes with “Is this not a buttered noodle?” and “Do you have it in unsalted?” Clearly, it’s having a moment, and I’m here for it. People are also loving it in the ALDI Aisle of Shame Community Facebook group: “Do I have a pool? Nope. Am I going to try and buy this? Yes.”; “I’m speechless. It’s a necessity! My mom is getting a pool. Couldn’t think of a better gift.”
If butter’s not your jam, Aldi has other BigMouth inflatable noodle designs, including a giraffe, an alligator, and a giant sub sandwich. Why float plain when you can float deli-style this summer?
If your local Aldi doesn’t carry this buoyant beauty, or it’s already sold-out, don’t stress — it’s on Amazon for $15.99, which is still a great deal for this fabulous accessory. Add it to your cart and make a splash at your next pool party, lake day, or beach getaway!
Buy: BigMouth Inc. Inflatable Butter Noodle, $15.99