Coca Cola introduces carbonated drink shake-up and gutted fans demand ‘change it back’

Coca Cola has come under fire for its switch to one of its carbonated drinks. Coca-Cola has introduced a major change to a classic fizzy drink, but fans have called it a “phenomenal downgrade” after spotting Fanta’s recipe shake-up.

The soft drink maker has adjusted the recipe of Fanta Orange Zero Sugar. Made in Chelsea’s Jamie Laing appeared as Fanta’s “Chief Flavor Officer” on Wednesday to launch the new Fanta Orange Zero.

But the brand’s ‘new and improved’ recipe has been furiously criticized by one customer: ‘No idea what Coca Cola is up to but the new Fanta Zero is terrible. Phenomenal downgrade compared to the old one.’ Another said: ‘Coca Cola, what have you done with the sugar-free Fanta in the UK?

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“Loved it, the new so called ‘improved’ version tastes like chemicals!” Another said: The new Fanta Zero is diabolical and not fit for human consumption. Change back immediately.” Jamie Laing has teamed up with Fanta Orange Zero as ‘Chief Flavor Officer’ (CFO) and has been newly recruited by the fun-loving brand to help indecisive customers faced with a multitude of drink options in the supermarket to choose from. for a thirst-quenching Fanta Orange Zero.

Charlotte Walsham, Fanta brand manager said in a statement: “Our new and irresistible flavor for Fanta Orange Zero was created in response to the changing tastes and habits of the public, and is the result of extensive consumer testing.

“Fanta fans are sure to love the new flavor of the popular drink. In fact, research shows that Fanta Orange Zero is the best tasting Orange Zero. We can’t wait for customers in the UK and Ireland to try it.”

Jamie Laing, Chief Flavor Officer of Fanta Orange Zero said: “I had so much fun in my latest role, enticing shoppers to try the new, irresistible flavor of Fanta Orange Zero… it’s basically elite!”