Class II U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Brooklyn Roasting Company Pasteurized Cold Brew Concentrate recall: Ambient storage of the product may lead to Clostridium botulinum toxin

Recall published 3 months ago

Ambient storage of the product may lead to Clostridium botulinum toxin formation.

The hazard: Botulism risk

The concern here is Clostridium botulinum. Under-processed shelf-stable food can allow the toxin to form inside a sealed, normal-looking container.

What the notice says: Ambient storage of the product may lead to Clostridium botulinum toxin formation.

Why it matters: This product may not have been processed in a way that reliably destroys Clostridium botulinum spores. The toxin they can produce in a sealed container is one of the most dangerous substances in food safety, and it is tasteless and odourless.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

Botulism is a medical emergency. The CDC lists double or blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, a dry mouth, and muscle weakness that starts in the face and moves down the body. In an infant, watch for poor feeding, a weak cry, drooping eyelids and unusual floppiness. Call 911 or go to an emergency department immediately if any of these appear after eating a recalled product — treatment works best when it is given early.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Recall number
H-1179-2026
Published
July 29, 2026
Risk level
Class II
Status
Terminated
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Brooklyn Roasting Works LLC
Product type
Other food products
Units affected
1219 units
Distribution
New Jersey, New York
Made in
United States
Lot / code info
Best By codes range: 063026 through 093026

Products covered by this recall

Brooklyn Roasting Company Pasteurized Cold Brew Concentrate; 2.5gal; bag in a box distributed between 04/01/2026 and 06/20/2026.

What to do about Botulism

Brooklyn Roasting Works LLC — The concern here is Clostridium botulinum. Under-processed shelf-stable food can allow the toxin to form inside a sealed, normal-looking container.

  1. Do not taste it. Not even a small amount, and not to check whether it has turned.
  2. Wash anything the contents spilled on with a bleach solution and wear gloves while you do it.
  3. If anyone has eaten it and has blurred vision, trouble swallowing or weakness, call 911 — this does not wait for an appointment.
  4. Do not open the container. If it is already open, do not sniff it — double-bag it and keep it away from children and pets.

Getting a refund without the pack

The commonest reason people skip the refund is that they have already thrown the item away. That rarely matters.

  • A photo of the label and lot code is accepted by most grocers, and so is a card statement line showing the purchase.
  • Store credit is often offered first. You can ask for the original payment method instead, and it is normally granted.
  • No photo either? Ask anyway. Grocery chains settle recall refunds at the service desk because disputing them costs more than paying them.
  • For a multi-pack or a case, ask for the full purchase price rather than a per-unit figure — the recall covers what you paid.

Company contact: Brooklyn Roasting Works LLC — 63 Flushing Ave Ste B # 123, Brooklyn, NY, 11205-1010

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

Open the FDA — Food & cosmetics enforcement record U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalls

Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Brooklyn Roasting Works LLC other food products recalled?

Ambient storage of the product may lead to Clostridium botulinum toxin formation. Ambient storage of the product may lead to Clostridium botulinum toxin formation.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

The notice does not publish package codes for this recall. Compare the product name, size and the purchase window against the official FDA — Food & cosmetics enforcement record, and contact the company if you are unsure.

What should I do with it right now?

Do not taste it. Not even a small amount, and not to check whether it has turned.

Can I get my money back?

A photo of the label and lot code is accepted by most grocers, and so is a card statement line showing the purchase.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists New Jersey, New York.

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