A reactive campaign that turned a potential problem into an opportunity.

A product launch became a reactive campaign when a popular food creator accidentally leaked Mezzo Mix's Berry Love relaunch ahead of schedule.

Instead of treating the spoiler as a setback, we used it as the creative springboard. Inspired by the audience conversation already happening online, we developed "Surprise Ruined"—a campaign that playfully mourned the lost reveal through, social storytelling, PR and high-impact media placements.

Designed around participation rather than interruption, the campaign embraced internet culture and rewarded audiences for being in on the joke. What began as a leak evolved into a shared brand moment that travelled far beyond the original post.

The results

44 million media and social impressions

2x engagement uplift

1.8% volume growth year-to-date

Sell-outs in key regions

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