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Death Wish Coffee Recalled Over Possible Deadly Toxin
KFOR ^ | SEPTEMBER 21, 2017,

Posted on 09/21/2017 9:37:31 PM PDT by nickcarraway

Death Wish coffee has been pulled from shelves amid fears that some of its products might contain a deadly toxin.

Death Wish Coffee Co. marketed the beans as the world’s strongest coffee, but the company is now recalling all of its 11-ounce Nitro Cold Brew, saying the manufacturing process might have caused the production of botulin.

According to the FDA, the toxin causes botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning and can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing.

The FDA adds that difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distention and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

“Our customers’ safety is of paramount importance and Death Wish Coffee is taking this significant, proactive step to ensure that the highest quality, safest, and of course, strongest coffee products we produce are of industry-exceeding standards – thus we are taking this measure of recalling all Death Wish Nitro cans from shelves,” founder/owner of Death Wish Coffee Co., Mike Brown said in a statement.

Death Wish is asking anyone who bought the product to throw it away and bring proof of purchase to the retailer for a full refund. Those who bought the cans on deathwishcoffee.com will receive a full refund within 60 days.

“We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause our customers and our retail partners, but we believe this is the right precautionary measure to take,” Brown said.

No one has reported getting sick from the drink, the company said.

See the full press release from Death Wish here.


TOPICS: Business/Economy; Health/Medicine
KEYWORDS: beverages; business; coffee; health; recalls
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1 posted on 09/21/2017 9:37:31 PM PDT by nickcarraway
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To: nickcarraway

Folgers does that to me, I still drink it every day.

Heavy Cream no sugar.


2 posted on 09/21/2017 9:40:31 PM PDT by right way right (May we remain sober over mere men, for God really is our one and only true hope.)
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To: nickcarraway

3 posted on 09/21/2017 9:48:22 PM PDT by Enchante
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To: All

from company website:

Death Wish Nitro: Safety Recall

Death Wish Coffee Company, Round Lake, NY—After several rounds of successful testing, a process specialist has recommended that we add an additional step to our nitro cold brew production process. Based on these recommendations we’ve decided to recall all Death Wish Nitro cans. If you have them, please dispose of them.

As a precautionary measure, we’re issuing a recall.

Although we’re pretty disappointed, we’d like to thank Cornell for being so rigorous in their testing. We can only get better.

In short, it looks like our process wasn’t perfect and we’re excited to revisit it with guidance from some of the most meticulous scientists in the world.

I consumed Death Wish Nitro recently. Am I going to be okay?

If you have some of the Nitro at home, go ahead and get rid of it. There has been no degradation of quality at this point, but we want to err on the side of caution. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this issue. This recall is merely a precautionary step.

For more information about foodborne illnesses, click here for the CDC guide on symptoms.

Now what do I do?

We’re having a recall party, and you’re invited—do not drink any unopened Nitro. Discard it.

If you bought Death Wish Nitro from a retailer, bring in proof of purchase for a refund.

If you’ve ordered Death Wish Nitro online, we will fully refund your order within 60 days.

Feel free to check out our homemade Death Wish Cold Brew for the time being.
For press inquires please contact pr@deathwishcoffee.com.
For all other inquires please contact recall@deathwishcoffee.com or call toll free at 1-844-303-2290.

Death Wish has undergone a rigorous, lengthy process with an independent, process authority to test the shelf life, stability and safety of the Nitro Cold Brew coffee. After almost four months of ongoing tests, the Nitro Cold Brew has shown no degradation of quality or shelf stability at all. However, in order to ensure industry-leading safety of Death Wish’s cold brew products, a recommendation has been made to add a further step in the manufacturing process behind the Nitro Cold Brew. Nitrogen-infused coffee is a fairly new process, in which at the moment, there are few federal standards and regulations through the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). With any nitrogen-based products on the market, there is a remote possibility of the risk of Clostridium botulinum (C. botulinum), a serious pathogen that can lead to the growth and production of the deadly toxin, botulin, in low acid foods commercialized in reduced oxygen packaging. “Our customers’ safety is of paramount importance and Death Wish Coffee is taking this significant, proactive step to ensure that the highest quality, safest, and of course, strongest coffee products we produce are of industry-exceeding standards – thus we are taking this measure of recalling all Death Wish Nitro Cold Brew cans from shelves. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause our customers and our retail partners, but we believe this is the right precautionary measure to take.” said Mike Brown, founder/owner, Death Wish Coffee. Death Wish intends to fully exceed industry standards as it relates to nitrogen-based products, thus halting production of Nitro Cold Brew until this additional step in the manufacturing process is implemented. The company has passed all FDA and state inspections since its founding. Nitro Canned Cold Brew cans have been removed from the company’s online store, in addition to it has been pulled from shelves at Price Chopper/Market 32, Healthy Living Market & Café, and independent retailers at the behest of Death Wish.


4 posted on 09/21/2017 9:51:55 PM PDT by Enchante
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To: Enchante

Did Charles Bronson create this beverage?


5 posted on 09/21/2017 10:03:15 PM PDT by nickcarraway
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6 posted on 09/21/2017 10:08:33 PM PDT by Enchante
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To: nickcarraway

“Boss, I’ve got one hell of an idea for our new ad campaign. Now it may sound a little strange at first, but hear me out on this, OK?”


7 posted on 09/21/2017 10:14:34 PM PDT by TChad
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To: nickcarraway; Darksheare

** Did Charles Bronson create this beverage? **

I heard it was Darksheare.


8 posted on 09/21/2017 10:26:05 PM PDT by sockmonkey
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To: sockmonkey; nickcarraway; null and void; Slings and Arrows

I’m on mobile device at moment at work and don’t have my coffee instructions handy, but I did share it in forum with nully and slings among others.


9 posted on 09/21/2017 10:32:48 PM PDT by Darksheare (Those who support liberal "Republicans" summarily support every action by same.)
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To: nickcarraway
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10 posted on 09/21/2017 10:38:54 PM PDT by tumblindice (America's founding fathers: all armed conservatives)
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To: nickcarraway
...general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing

And just how does that differ from their normal brew?

11 posted on 09/21/2017 11:02:32 PM PDT by ProtectOurFreedom
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To: nickcarraway

Rub it on your wrinkles.


12 posted on 09/21/2017 11:05:41 PM PDT by Yaelle (Socialism, faithfully implemented, delivers anguish and devastation. - President Trump)
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To: nickcarraway

[[No one has reported getting sick from the drink, the company said. ]]

That’s because they are all balled up in the fetal position and can’t get to the phone


13 posted on 09/21/2017 11:19:46 PM PDT by Bob434
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To: right way right

Folgers,whipping crewm ,no sugar..Great way to start the day


14 posted on 09/21/2017 11:32:01 PM PDT by Hambone 1934
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To: nickcarraway

15 posted on 09/21/2017 11:47:37 PM PDT by dfwgator
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To: Enchante

Cold extra strong coffee in an aluminum can?

YUCK !


16 posted on 09/22/2017 3:04:18 AM PDT by Delta 21 (Build The Wall !! Jail The Cankle !!)
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To: Delta 21

Seems a very appropriate name for such a coffee if it has potential to kill you should you drink it. What were they thinking?


17 posted on 09/22/2017 4:38:55 AM PDT by DaveA37
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To: DaveA37

Its got a skull and cross bones big and bold on the label. Its gotta be good for ya!


18 posted on 09/22/2017 4:58:11 AM PDT by Delta 21 (Build The Wall !! Jail The Cankle !!)
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To: nickcarraway

Constipation? WTH kind of coffee is THAT?


19 posted on 09/22/2017 5:20:38 AM PDT by Ancesthntr ("The right to buy weapons is the right to be free." A. E. van Vogt)
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