'Manufacturing error': Dunkin' is having a Doughnut problem in US
Dunkin' stores in Nebraska and New Mexico, and possibly other states, are finding no doughnuts. Stores have placed signs stating the unavailability of doughnuts. The issue has been attributed to a «manufacturing error,» as reported by Independent. Stores in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island displayed signs informing customers of the situation, leaving many puzzled.
A manager at an Omaha Dunkin' location confirmed the issue but couldn't elaborate beyond the official statement, citing company orders. She did indicate the problem is widespread. This is not the first time Dunkin' has experienced supply chain disruptions, with a similar doughnut shortage reported in 2021.
Social media reactions spark conspiracy theories
As news of the shortage spread, social media users expressed surprise and skepticism. One user questioned, “Wait, they no longer make doughnuts at the stores? That used to be their big selling point.” Another speculated, “That’s not a ‘shortage.’ That’s a ‘none of the product made it out into market so we can technically do a withdrawal and not a formal recall’ level recall.”
Others reminisced about Dunkin’s earlier practices, with one commenting, “Sounds like it is once again time to make the doughnuts.”
A global brand with a rich history
Dunkin’, formerly known as Dunkin’ Donuts until 2018, is one of the largest coffee and doughnut chains globally. The company was founded in Massachusetts in 1950 and was acquired in 2020 for $11.3 billion by Inspire Brands, a private equity firm based in Atlanta.
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