Weaver's Brew LLC Recalls Goldenroot Lemon Ginger Elderberry Ginger Beer Over Pasteurization Concerns
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Weaver's Brew LLC has issued a voluntary recall for over 1,000 cases of Goldenroot ginger beer distributed in Texas and California due to a lack of required pasteurization.
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This notice was issued by FDA on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Texas and California. Its severity classification of "medium" 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 consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Weaver's Brew LLC has initiated a voluntary recall of its Goldenroot Lemon Ginger Elderberry Ginger Beer. The recall was triggered because the ginger juice used in the beverage may not have undergone the required pasteurization process, which is a critical safety step in food production.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 1,066 cases of the following product:
- Product Name: Goldenroot Lemon Ginger Elderberry Ginger Beer
- Size: 12 oz. (355 ml)
- UPC: 8 50052-32818 4
- Code Information: All "Use By" dates up to 6/14/26
- Distribution: The affected products were distributed in the states of Texas and California.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased Goldenroot Lemon Ginger Elderberry Ginger Beer are advised to check the UPC and "Use By" dates on the packaging. If the product matches the recalled criteria, it should not be consumed. While the FDA has classified this recall as terminated, consumers should remain vigilant regarding any remaining stock that matches the affected description.
Why This Matters
Pasteurization is necessary to eliminate potentially harmful pathogens in juice-based products. This Class II recall indicates that the product may pose a health hazard, although the probability of serious adverse health consequences is considered remote.
Source
Information provided by the FDA under recall number H-0435-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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