7 Marketing Mishaps Aimed at Children

Blow

Blow, an energy drink packaged to look like cocaine and promising "pure uncut energy," was criticized by the FDA for glorifying drug use.

Marketing Mishaps

Hershey's Ice Breaker breath mint packs were pulled from shelves because consumer advocates said they look too much like packets of street cocaine.

Spark

Spark, a sports drink for ages 4-11, sparked anger from parents and pediatricians. The drink, marketed to help a child "develop fully as a high-performance athlete" has as much caffeine as an 8 oz. cup of coffee.

Robby Bubble

When Robby Bubble (a kids' fruit drink in champagne-shaped bottles) hit shelves, members of MADD were, well, mad. With the slogan "Celebrate like the grown-ups," it's easy to understand why.

Japanese "Beer" for Kids

In Japan, Sangaria started their line of fake alcoholic drinks for kids - and they've been successful enough to offer it in bottles, cans, and even six-packs.

Crayon Inspired Cigarettes

In Canada, when candy- and fruit-flavored cigarillos were sold in colorful packages closely resembling a pack of crayons, the Prime Minister was pissed.

Cocaine Energy Drink

A drink called Cocaine Energy Drink had everyone alarmed when it hit the stores. The drink contains three and a half times the caffeine of a Red Bull. It was eventually pulled from the shelves but has reappeared with a new name: No Name.