Poppi sent vending machines to influencers

Popular Soda Brand Faces Backlash for Viral Vending Machine Stunt
Poppi's director of PR and communication told Newsweek that the soda brand cannot wait for people to see what's next.
‘Very out of touch’: Poppi sent influencers free soda vending machines—and fans are furious
Poppi, a drink brand using low-sugar ingredients and prebiotics to make “healthy” soda, set out to create a viral influencer campaign leading up to its Super Bowl 2025 commercial. It involved sending a handful of social media influencers, like @kaelimaee, their own personal vending machines, filled with Poppi cans.
Popular soda alternative Poppi defends gifting full-sized vending machines after backlash
The popular alternative soda brand Poppi has been labeled out of touch after its latest influencer marketing campaign included sending influencers full-size hot pink vending machines to their homes.
Poppi Founder Allison Ellsworth Addresses Backlash Over Influencer Vending Machines
Poppi founder Allison Ellsworth addressed the backlash the brand received over its Super Bowl LIX campaign, which saw influencers given vending machines stocked with the prebiotic soda.
The Fizz Up: Everything You Need to Know About Poppi's Vending Machine Controversy
The most recent brand to feel the unforgiving ire of influencer-fatigued fans is none other than the trendy, better-for-you soda brand Poppi. Yep, we’re surprised, too. Poppi is known for its ultra-cool Gen Z adjacent aesthetic and has garnered a reputation as a disruptor in the soda space. They’re rebellious and edgy with a carefree attitude.
Poppi faces backlash for viral vending machine stunt
Poppi’s latest marketing campaign sent vending machines to influencers, sparking backlash. Critics question if the PR move went too far.
Poppi Says Backlash Over Sending Vending Machines to Influencers Is a Big Misunderstanding
What she did get was a social media storm of fury over her having the gall to ask for such a big gift. The incident posed lingering question about influencer gifting: How much is too much? Well, a full-sized beverage vending machine appears to be too much,
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"$25,000 Per Machine, Yikes": Here's Why Millions Of People Are Furious Over The Extravagant Super Bowl Gift Poppi Sent To Big Influencers
BuzzFeed reached out to Poppi, who said that, in addition to influencers, the machines were sent to "people in New Orleans." ...