More than 3,000 gallons of cold brew coffee concentrate have been recalled over a possible botulism risk. The recall involves Brooklyn Roasting Company Pasteurized Cold Brew Concentrate sold in 2.5-gallon bag-in-box containers and distributed in New York and New Jersey. Federal officials say improper storage at room temperature could allow Clostridium botulinum toxin to form, which can cause serious illness, including muscle weakness, paralysis, difficulty breathing, and even death. The recall adds another everyday food and beverage item to a growing list of contamination concerns affecting grocery and restaurant supply chains.
Why This Matters:
Food and beverage recalls are not limited to obvious high-risk items. Even products people use every day, like coffee, eggs, produce, and dairy, can become a concern when storage, processing, or contamination issues are discovered. For households, it is another reminder that everyday food can become uncertain quickly, and having dependable backup food and drinks in place helps reduce reliance on grocery or restaurant items when recalls, outbreaks, or contamination concerns create uncertainty.
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Source: AOL / Health
By: Jenna Anderson
