NEW YORK, NY— Brooklyn Roasting Company is pulling its Pasteurized Cold Brew Concentrate from the market after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned the product could pose a possible botulism risk.
The company is recalling its Pasteurized Cold Brew Concentrate with best-by dates from June 3 through Sept. 3, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The affected coffee was distributed across New York and New Jersey between April 1 and June 20.
Federal officials said the recall involves a potential botulism hazard related to ambient storage.
The FDA notice does not report any illnesses linked to the recalled product.
The recalled cold brew was distributed throughout New York, including New York City.
Consumers may have purchased the recalled cold brew at Brooklyn Roasting Company cafés, specialty grocery stores, independent coffee shops, gourmet food retailers or through online sellers offering Brooklyn Roasting Company products.
The company has not released a complete list of retailers that received the affected product.
The recall includes:
Consumers should compare the best-by date on the package with the recalled dates.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says Clostridium botulinum produces a toxin that attacks the body's nerves.
Symptoms can include:
The illness can become life-threatening.
The FDA designated the recall as Class II.
The agency says a Class II recall involves products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, while the likelihood of serious health consequences is considered remote.
Consumers with the recalled cold brew should not drink it and should follow the company's disposal or return instructions if available.
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