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A chance encounter with flawed fermentation in the 1600s led French monk Dom Pérignon to discover champagne. The cold winters halted fermentation, but when spring came, the bottles exploded with flavor, resulting in sparkling wine that transformed from a potential failure to a celebratory icon.
Rice Krispie Treats
When Kellogg's home economists Mildred Day and Mela Jensen tried to develop a simple treat with Rice Krispies, a mishap led to melted marshmallows and butter creating a delicious gooey mess that they decided to mix with grains, ultimately resulting in the beloved Rice Krispie Treat.