🥤 Major Recall: Celsius‑Labeled Cans Contain Vodka Seltzer
On July 29, 2025, High Noon issued a voluntary recall of select 12-pack Beach Variety cases after discovering some cans labeled as Celsius Astro Vibe Energy Drink, Sparkling Blue Razz Edition were actually filled with vodka seltzer, posing a risk of unintentional alcohol consumption https://www.kxii.com+12U.S. Food and Drug Administration+12CBS News+12.
📦 Affected Products & States
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The recall covers two specific production lots shipped between July 21–23, 2025, to distributors in:
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Florida, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin Axios+12U.S. Food and Drug Administration+12The Washington Post+12.
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Only those High Noon Beach Variety packs and Celsius cans meeting the lot codes listed below are included:
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L CCC 17JL25 (14:00–23:59)
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L CCC 18JL25 (00:00–03:00)
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Affected Celsius can lot: L CCB 02JL25 (2:55–3:11) The Washington Post+10U.S. Food and Drug Administration+10CBS News+10.
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🔍 Identification Guide
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Check the lid color:
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Affected cans display a silver lid.
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Regular Celsius cans feature a black lid Axios+12Allrecipes+12CBS News+12.
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Verify lot codes at the bottom of the can before consumption Prevention+11U.S. Food and Drug Administration+11NBC Chicago+11.
⚠️ Safety & Refund Instructions
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Do not consume these cans. Dispose of the beverage contents immediately CBS News.
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If you purchased these products, contact High Noon Consumer Relations for refund or return instructions:
consumerrelations@highnoonvodka.com The Guardian+12U.S. Food and Drug Administration+12CELSIUS+12. -
As of now, no illnesses or adverse events have been reported in connection with this issue People.com+10U.S. Food and Drug Administration+10AP News+10.
🧾 Why It Happened
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The labeling error occurred due to a shared packaging supplier mistakenly shipping empty Celsius-branded cans to High Noon. High Noon subsequently filled those cans with vodka seltzer and shipped them as part of its Beach Variety packs https://www.kxii.com+12U.S. Food and Drug Administration+12AP News+12.
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Celsius clarified that it was not involved in manufacturing, filling, or distributing the mislabeled cans and is assisting High Noon and regulatory agencies in managing the recall Prevention+4CELSIUS+4NBC Chicago+4.
📋 Summary Table
| Topic | Details |
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| Recall Announcement | July 29 (High Noon company), FDA alert July 30 |
| Affected Products | Celsius Astro Vibe cans (Sparkling Blue Razz) in High Noon Beach Variety 12-packs |
| Lot Codes | L CCC 17JL25 (14:00–23:59), L CCC 18JL25 (00:00–03:00); Celsius: L CCB 02JL25 (2:55–3:11) |
| Affected States | FL, MI, NY, OH, OK, SC, VA, WI |
| Identification Marks | Silver lid on Celsius cans, specific lot codes |
| Health Risk | Possible unintentional alcohol ingestion; no reported adverse effects |
| Consumer Action | Dispose affected cans; contact High Noon for refunds |
| Celsius Brand Role | Cans using Celsius artwork only; not responsible for filling or distribution |
🔮 What’s Next
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Regulatory agencies are coordinating to ensure thorough distribution management and consumer awareness of the recall U.S. Food and Drug Administration+1CELSIUS+1The Washington Post+12Axios+12Health+12AP News+5People.com+5CBS News+5.
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Both High Noon and Celsius continue to stress that the recall affects only mislabeled cans—and that other Celsius products are unaffected https://www.kxii.com+2CBS News+2The Washington Post+2.
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Consumers with concerns or doubts should verify lot codes and contact the recall help line where needed.
Let me know if you’d like consumer safety tips or further details on Celsius’ broader product quality steps.
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