Everpress Juice Issues Recall for 'JUICE from the Raw' Spicy Lemonade Over Pathogen Risk

Source: FDA · AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, AR, CO, IL, IN, LA, MN, MO, MS, ND, OK, SD, TN, TX, WY

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Everpress Juice is recalling its 'JUICE from the Raw' spicy lemonade in 24 states because the product was under-processed and may contain harmful pathogenic bacteria.

What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by FDA on February 17, 2026 and geographically references AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, AR, CO, IL, IN, LA, MN, MO, MS, ND, OK, SD, TN, TX, WY. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — FDA Recalls — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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What Happened

Everpress Juice of Philadelphia, PA, has initiated a voluntary recall of its "JUICE from the Raw" spicy lemonade. The recall was prompted because the product was under-processed, which may result in the presence of pathogenic bacteria that could be harmful to consumers. The FDA has classified this as a Class I recall, its most serious category.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves the following product:

  • Product Name: JUICE from the Raw, spicy lemonade
  • Recall Number: H-0454-2026
  • Quantity: Unknown
  • Code Information: The firm is currently in the process of providing specific code and lot information to the agency.

The affected product was distributed in the following 24 states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, and Wyoming.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased "JUICE from the Raw" spicy lemonade in the affected regions are advised not to consume the product. The recall was initially communicated via e-mail. For further information regarding the recall or potential returns, consumers may contact Everpress Juice at their facility located at 6510 Eastwick Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142.

Why This Matters

This is a Class I recall, indicating that the under-processed product poses a significant health risk. Pathogenic bacteria in food or drink can cause serious illness or life-threatening infections in humans.

Source

Information sourced from the FDA.

Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this FDA recall.

What is this FDA recall about?
Everpress Juice is recalling its 'JUICE from the Raw' spicy lemonade in 24 states because the product was under-processed and may contain harmful pathogenic bacteria.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by FDA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, AR, CO, IL, IN, LA, MN, MO, MS, ND, OK, SD, TN, TX, WY. Check with FDA for the most current geographic scope.
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