The luxury carbonated beverage company LuxeFizz Co. has issued an urgent recall for its 330ml cans of Black Cherry Sparkling Soda after receiving multiple reports of spontaneous ruptures, prompting a potential safety hazard.
Key Points
- ✅ Immediate recall issued for 330ml Black Cherry Sparkling Soda cans
- ⚡ Ruptures reported in unopened, stored cans in varied conditions
- 💡 No injuries confirmed; investigation launched by the Food Standards Agency
Major retailers Waitrose and Asda confirmed Thursday they had removed all affected stock from shelves nationwide. The recall affects cans with best-before dates ranging from May 2025 to July 2025, with batch numbers printed on the underside of each can.
LuxeFizz Co. stated in a press release that the issue appears isolated to the Black Cherry flavor, with no reports of ruptures in other variants. The company has urged consumers who purchased the recalled cans not to consume the product and return it to the point of purchase for a full refund.
| Retailer | Locations Affected | Action Taken |
|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 420+ stores | Removed from shelves, refunds offered |
| Asda | 600+ stores | Pulled from inventory, customer notifications sent |
Industry analysts note that carbonated beverages rarely face such recalls, making this incident particularly unusual. The Food Standards Agency has dispatched inspectors to LuxeFizz Co.’s bottling facility in Milton Keynes to determine the root cause of the ruptures.
💡 Pro Tip
If you have purchased Black Cherry Sparkling Soda with a best-before date between May and July 2025, check the batch number on the can’s underside. Return it immediately to the retailer for a full refund or dispose of it safely to avoid potential injury.
Consumers are advised to monitor the Food Standards Agency website for updates as the investigation progresses. LuxeFizz Co. has pledged full transparency and cooperation with authorities to resolve the issue swiftly.
📋 By The Numbers
- 330ml — Standard can size affected by the recall
- 12 weeks — Span of best-before dates included in the recall
- 2 retailers — Waitrose and Asda confirmed affected
- 0 — Injuries reported as of Thursday evening
This marks the first major product recall for LuxeFizz Co. since its founding in 2018, a company known for its premium ingredients and artisanal production methods. The brand’s Black Cherry Sparkling Soda has been a top seller in the UK’s premium fizzy drink market, with annual sales exceeding £12 million.
- Immediate action — Consumers should stop consuming the product immediately.
- Return process — Present the can to any Waitrose or Asda store for a refund.
- Monitor updates — Check the FSA website for further guidance and recall extensions if necessary.
The company has established a dedicated customer hotline to address inquiries and concerns related to the recall.
