Recall of malta beverages

Bottle may have sharp edges after twist off cap is removed resulting in cuts to the mouth

The Florida Brewery has recalled certain lots and brands of non-alcoholic malta beverages packaged in 7-oz bottles because glass on the exterior of the bottles may break when the twist-off cap is removed from the bottle and can result in cuts to the mouth. To date, the company has received two reports of consumers experiencing cuts to the mouth.

The malta beverage products affected by this recall: (Photos)

The lot codes are printed directly on the bottles above the label. The recall only affects the brands and lot codes listed above.

The Florida Brewery distributed the 7-oz Goya, Great Value, Hatuey, Mr. Special, Polar, Publix, Regal, and SuperMax brand malta beverages in five states, including California during the period December 8, 2011 to February 1, 2012.

Consumers who are in possession of products with lot numbers listed above should return the product to the place of purchase. Consumers will receive a full refund, product replacement, coupon or product credit.

Consumers may call the company’s consumer hotline at 1-866-872-8860 weekdays between 5am and 5pm Pacific Standard Time, and weekends between 5am and 2pm Pacific Standard Time to obtain additional details on the recall and the product return process.

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