Brooklyn Roasting Works LLC — Class II: Brooklyn Roasting Company Pasteurized Cold Brew Concentrate; 2.5gal; bag in a box distribu
Brooklyn Roasting Works LLC has initiated a Class II recall for its Pasteurized Cold Brew Concentrate in 2.5-gallon bag-in-a-box packaging due to potential Clostridium botulinum toxin formation if stored at ambient temperatures. The affected products were distributed between April 1, 2026, and June 20, 2026.
This recall affects Brooklyn Roasting Works LLC, its distributors, and food safety/compliance professionals responsible for low-acid beverage products stored in flexible bulk packaging.
The classification as a Class II recall suggests that while the risk of serious adverse health consequences is not considered immediate or high-probability (unlike Class I), the potential for C. botulinum toxin formation represents a significant deviation from safe food processing and storage standards. This highlights the critical importance of maintaining validated cold chain or storage specifications for pasteurized concentrates to prevent anaerobic bacterial growth.
Quality units should verify that temperature requirements for low-acid food products are clearly validated and communicated across the supply chain. QA teams should review distribution records for the period of 04/01/2026 to 06/20/2026 to ensure all affected 2.5-gallon units are accounted for.
Class II. Reason: Ambient storage of the product may lead to Clostridium botulinum toxin formation.. Product: Brooklyn Roasting Company Pasteurized Cold Brew Concentrate; 2.5gal; bag in a box distributed between 04/01/2026 and 06/20/2026.. Firm: Brooklyn Roasting Works LLC (Brooklyn NY United States). Status: Ongoing.
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