Panera Phases Out High-Caffeine Charged Lemonade Amid Health Concerns and Lawsuits

Following multiple lawsuits linking the beverage to serious health issues and fatalities, Panera Bread announces the discontinuation of its Charged Lemonade.

Panera Bread to discontinue its Charged Lemonade, a high-caffeine drink linked to at least two deaths and several serious health incidents.
The decision comes as part of a broader menu transformation aimed at introducing healthier, low-caffeine beverage options.
Lawsuits claim the drink's high caffeine content, comparable to multiple energy drinks, contributed to cardiac incidents and permanent health damage.
Affected families and consumers expressed concerns over inadequate caffeine content disclosure, prompting legal action and public safety debates.
Panera plans to roll out new beverage options like blueberry lavender lemonade and pomegranate hibiscus tea in response to customer feedback.