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**Costa Coffee Accused of “Shameless Attempt” Over Free Drink Review Ruse**
In a shocking turn of events, Costa Coffee has been slammed by customers and critics alike for their latest marketing ploy. The coffee giant is accused of making a “shameless attempt to game the system” after promising customers free drinks in exchange for writing positive reviews.
The move comes as a surprise to many, considering the backlash that such tactics usually receive from the public. It appears that Costa Coffee has decided to join the ranks of companies like Sephora and Fyre Festival in their questionable attempts to sway online opinions.
In a statement released earlier today, Costa Coffee claimed that they were “just trying to bring people together” through their latest promotion. However, many customers have taken to social media to express their outrage over the situation.
“I’m appalled,” wrote one disgruntled customer on Twitter. “Who does this? You can’t just buy reviews like they’re going out of style!”
Others are pointing out the obvious: that rewarding people for writing positive reviews is hardly a new concept, and yet Costa Coffee’s approach feels particularly crass.
As news of the promotion spread, other coffee chains have begun to weigh in. “We stand by our commitment to serving high-quality drinks and fostering real connections with our customers,” wrote a spokesperson from Starbucks. “No fake reviews needed here!”
While it remains unclear how this marketing move will affect Costa Coffee’s bottom line, one thing is certain: the public is not having it.
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Source: www.dailymail.co.uk
