The drinks firm posted a statement on Instagram claiming it was ending the production of peach ice tea for the foreseeable future, although other flavours would remain.
Venting their distaste on social media, one posted: “Lipton deleting the peach flavor is so unserious like it’s the original flavor why’d you do that what the hell.”
However, just as outrage appeared to reach boiling point, another missive appeared on the company’s Instagram site which poured cold water on the whole matter.
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Read MoreA statement alongside the image read: “You may have heard that our iconic Peach Lipton Ice Tea flavour is getting discontinued.
“But don’t worry, the rest of your faves are still here to keep you refreshed.
“Maybe one day, Peach will make a legendary comeback.”
www.instagram.com/p/DHWEUlYzlzm/?hl=enHowever, by Wednesday there appeared to be an about-turn by the social media team, when another message was posted saying the whole thing had been a joke.
What has Lipton said about the peach ice tea stunt?
A headline stated “Peach is Here to Stay” followed by a post which read:
“Got my dates mixed up…thought it was April Fools already.
“I’d never take away your favourite flavour, pookies.”
www.instagram.com/p/DHYah_vMNxF/?hl=en“But I’ve got your back, I will be sending a surprise to the biggest fans with the best reactions ;)”
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