"Cadbury has announced it is no longer producing its iconic chocolate coins - causing upset for Christmas shoppers across the country.
The British confectionery company revealed the news in a response to a query from a customer on Twitter today.
In a tweet, the company said: "Chocolate coins have been discontinued however we have lots of other chocolatey treats to try."
Daily Telegraph journalist Harry Wallop, who had questioned whether the coins were still available, then tweeted: "Wow. CadburyUK confirms it has discontinued chocolate coins. The bottom of Christmas stockings will never be the same."
He later tweeted that the chocolate-maker had cited "commercial reasons" for the decision."
Fonte: London Evening Standard