{"id":128319,"date":"2026-11-06T08:15:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T08:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/?p=128319"},"modified":"2026-11-06T01:20:53","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T01:20:53","slug":"do-not-drink-tesco-issues-recall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/do-not-drink-tesco-issues-recall\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Do Not Drink\u2019: Tesco Issues Recall Alert Over Popular Fruit Juice Sold Across UK Stores"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tesco has warned customers not to drink certain Rubicon <\/strong>juice cartons after a product recall raised concerns about undeclared sulphites. Four batches of the Yuzu & Pink Grapefruit drink are affected, with shoppers advised to return them for a full refund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recall was issued by AG Barr<\/strong>, the company behind Rubicon and Irn-Bru, on 4 November 2026. It concerns one-litre cartons that may contain sulphites <\/strong>without declaring them on the packaging, creating a potential health risk for people with allergies or sensitivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Food Standards Agency (FSA<\/strong>) has issued an allergy alert covering the affected products, which were sold at Tesco and other UK retailers. Customers are being urged to check batch codes and best-before dates before consuming the drink, while notices explaining the recall are being displayed in stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Four Rubicon Batches Identified in Nationwide Product Recall<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to the Food Standards Agency<\/a>, AG Barr is recalling Rubicon Still Blends Yuzu & Pink Grapefruit Juice Drink in one-litre cartons because of the possible presence of undeclared sulphites<\/strong>. The substances are not listed on the product label, meaning consumers with relevant sensitivities may be unaware of the potential risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recall covers four specific batch codes, each associated with a best-before date. Batch 6160 <\/strong>carries a June 2027 date, while batch 6198 <\/strong>is marked July 2027. Batch 6219 <\/strong>has an August 2027 date, and batch 6257 <\/strong>is marked September 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Customers can find the batch codes printed on top of the carton, next to the cap. The warning applies to these identified batches rather than the entire Rubicon product range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to The Sun<\/a>, AG Barr described the action as a precautionary recall prompted by the potential presence of undeclared sulphites. The manufacturer confirmed that no other Rubicon or AG Barr products were affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The FSA has also advised AG Barr to contact relevant allergy support organisations so their members can be informed. Retailers selling the affected cartons are expected to display point-of-sale notices explaining the reason for the recall <\/a>and the steps customers should take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday 4 November: AG Barr recalls Rubicon Yuzu & Pink Grapefruit Cartons because of undeclared sulphites #FoodAllergy<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/ulBF4S8uWj<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/Z3XVXXS71B<\/a><\/p>— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) November 4, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote>