Cold brew recall issued by Brooklyn Roasting Company for botulism
Key Points:
- The Brooklyn Roasting Company is recalling 2.5 gallon bags of pasteurized cold brew concentrate sold in New York and New Jersey due to a risk of botulism from room temperature storage.
- The recall affects products distributed between April 1 and June 20 with best by dates from June 3 to September 30.
- Botulism is a rare but potentially fatal condition caused by a toxin that attacks the nervous system, with symptoms including difficulty swallowing, blurred vision, and paralysis.
- No illnesses have been reported so far in connection with the recalled cold brew products.
- The company sells its products through cafés, grocery stores, and online, but has not specified exact distribution locations for the affected items.