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High Noon Announces Recall of its Vodka Seltzer Beach Pack (12 Pack), after a significant packaging error prompted the immediate recall of popular Celsius energy drinks and High Noon vodka seltzers across eight states, with consumers warned of potential "unintentional alcohol ingestion" that could lead to serious legal and health implications. The recall affects products distributed between July 21-23, 2025, raising questions about quality control standards and potential liability issues for both manufacturers.

Consumers should inspect cans for silver lids or lot codes L CCB 02JL25 2:55 to L CCB 02JL25 3:11, dispose of any affected product and contact High Noon Consumer Relations for refunds.

By Samuel Lopez – USA Herald

MODESTO, CA [USA Herald] - A routine energy drink purchase could unexpectedly result in alcohol consumption, creating potential legal ramifications for unsuspecting consumers following a major recall announcement that has sent shockwaves through the beverage industry. The recall, initiated on July 29, 2025, highlights critical gaps in manufacturing oversight that legal experts warn could expose companies to significant liability.

The recall centers on a catastrophic error at a shared packaging supplier that serves both Celsius Holdings Inc. and High Noon Spirits, owned by E. & J. Gallo Winery. According to official statements, the supplier mistakenly shipped empty Celsius cans to High Noon's facility, where they were filled with alcoholic vodka seltzer instead of the expected energy drink formula.

This unprecedented mix-up means consumers purchasing what they believe to be non-alcoholic Celsius Astro Vibe Energy Drink (Sparkling Blue Razz Edition) may instead be consuming High Noon's alcoholic beverage, which typically contains 4.5% alcohol by volume.

Multi-State Distribution Creates Widespread Risk

The contaminated products reached distributors across Florida, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin before being shipped to retailers in Florida, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin. This extensive distribution network means thousands of consumers across these states could potentially be affected.

The three-day shipping window from July 21-23, 2025, suggests rapid distribution that may have outpaced quality control measures designed to catch such errors before products reach store shelves.

Legal Implications Mount for Multiple Parties

Legal experts are closely monitoring this situation for potential ramifications that extend far beyond simple product returns. The recall creates several areas of legal concern: