A viral video showing a woman allegedly finding a dead mouse inside a canned Starbucks Double Shot Energy drink has sparked outrage and scepticism online. While many viewers expressed disgust and raised safety concerns, others questioned the clip’s authenticity, accusing the creator of staging the incident for attention. No official confirmation or verified legal action has been reported so far
A disturbing viral video circulating across social media platforms has left viewers shocked and divided, after a woman claimed she discovered a dead mouse inside a canned Starbucks Double Shot Energy drink.
Originally shared on Reddit, the clip quickly spread to X and other platforms, triggering intense debate over food safety, product contamination, and the authenticity of viral content.
Woman cuts open can after suspecting something inside
In the video, the woman explains that she felt something unusual inside her unopened canned coffee. Curious and concerned, she decided to cut the aluminium can open rather than discard it.
After slicing through the container, she appeared surprised by the size of an object stuck inside. While attempting to show it on camera, she drained the remaining mocha-coloured liquid, and moments later, a small dark object slid out.
NEW – Starbucks is now receiving massive backlash online after a woman discovered a fully intact mouse inside her can of Double Shot Energy, which she says she plans to sue over. pic.twitter.com/RzzWNVpQzX
— Right Angle News Network (@Rightanglenews) April 13, 2026
The footage shows what appears to be a dead mouse covered in coffee, prompting immediate shock reactions and audible gagging from people present during the recording.
Social media reacts with disgust and safety concerns
The clip rapidly gained traction online, with thousands of users expressing disgust and questioning the safety of canned beverages.
Many viewers said the incident made them reconsider packaged drinks altogether, while others raised broader concerns about quality control in large-scale food production. Some commenters argued that weakened regulatory oversight could increase the risk of contamination incidents.
NEW – Starbucks is now receiving massive backlash online after a woman discovered a fully intact mouse inside her can of Double Shot Energy, which she says she plans to sue over. pic.twitter.com/RzzWNVpQzX
— Right Angle News Network (@Rightanglenews) April 13, 2026
The video’s viral spread has amplified conversations about consumer trust, food manufacturing standards, and how quickly alarming claims can influence public perception.
Claims of legal action remain unverified
A reposted version of the video alleged that the woman planned to take legal action against the company. However, no official confirmation of a lawsuit or verified complaint has surfaced so far.
As of now, there has been no publicly confirmed investigation connected to the viral claim.
@grok Can you explain why companies aren’t taking steps to verify contents of their products before shipping them? It seems like it would be easy with AI, lasers, etc.
— Schmooshie 👁️⃤ (@Schmo0shie) April 13, 2026
Sceptics question authenticity of the video
Not everyone is convinced the footage is genuine. Several online users have pointed out inconsistencies, suggesting the video could be staged.
Critics argue that a rodent trapped inside a sealed beverage for weeks would likely show visible signs of decomposition. Others questioned why the can appeared manually opened, speculating that the object may have been inserted afterward.
The debate highlights how viral videos often blur the line between real consumer concerns and internet hoaxes.
NEW – Starbucks is now receiving massive backlash online after a woman discovered a fully intact mouse inside her can of Double Shot Energy, which she says she plans to sue over. pic.twitter.com/RzzWNVpQzX
— Right Angle News Network (@Rightanglenews) April 13, 2026
NEW – Starbucks is now receiving massive backlash online after a woman discovered a fully intact mouse inside her can of Double Shot Energy, which she says she plans to sue over. pic.twitter.com/RzzWNVpQzX
— Right Angle News Network (@Rightanglenews) April 13, 2026
