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"The Alhambra outlet is listed among additional U.S. locations the parent company alleges were opened without authorization and that may be producing trademarked drinks with ingredients from unapproved suppliers. The allegations form part of a broader dispute over the actions of the former U.S. master franchisee, including claims of failure to comply with standard operating procedures and franchising requirements; the U.S. master franchisor’s CEO has denied the accusations and said they are legally defending their role as the sole U.S. master franchisor." - Brittanie Shey