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Pat Spillane

In 1985, after 99 years in business, Coca-Cola, the world’s most iconic drinks brand, decided to change its secret formula for making the beverage.

There was a massive kickback and the company shipped huge criticism. So much so that after 79 days, they reverted to the original formula.