Burger King responds to customer outcry over ‘nugget-sized’ bag

Burger King's "Le Nugguette" micro bags are selling like hotcakes, disgruntling customers in the process.

Daily drops of a limited-edition, "nugget-sized" handbag to celebrate the launch of BK's new and improved chicken nuggets and updated sauces (available at restaurants nationwide) have piqued many customers' interest – and drawn the ire of others.

Various customers have expressed frustration with how Burger King handled the drop, with some alleging the system was "rigged," as "Le Nugguette" appeared to have sold out as soon as the clock struck 12 p.m. ET on launch day, Sept. 12.

Many said the bags dropped and sold out a few minutes ahead of schedule: "You put them up before noon… kinda lame. Went on the site at 11:57 and they were sold out. Bummer."

Another added: "Sold out before the drop even was supposed to start. I’m waiting at 11:45, at 11:56 they sold out already? Normal people ain’t got a chance at this."

Others said their bag "magically disappeared" from their carts while waiting to check out.

According to Burger King, only a limited quantity of "Le Nugguette" bags will be available, with 100 bags dropping daily as of Saturday, Sept. 12. "Le Nugguette" retails for…

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