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Drinks & Beverages — UK FSA Recall & Allergen Risk
Gera Recall Watch Index (50.8/100) for Drinks & Beverages, based on 6 real FSA Food Alerts in the past 24 months (as of June 2026).
What is the FSA recall and allergen risk for Drinks & Beverages in the UK?
In the 24 months to June 2026, the FSA issued 6 food alerts for Drinks & Beverages products in the UK, including 4 Allergy Alerts. The Gera Recall Watch Index for Drinks & Beverages is 50.8/100 (Elevated risk), ranking it 5 of 13 food categories. 10 distinct allergens are implicated; the most frequent is Sulphites. Source: FSA Food Alerts API, OGL v3.0.
Top allergens in Drinks & Beverages alerts
| # | Allergen | Alert count | % of category alerts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sulphites | 2 | 33% |
| 2 | Other/Unknown | 2 | 33% |
| 3 | Gluten | 2 | 33% |
| 4 | Soya | 2 | 33% |
| 5 | Fish | 1 | 17% |
Sample recent FSA alerts for Drinks & Beverages
| Reference | Alert title | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSA-PRIN-27-2026 | Dalston Soda Company recalls Dalston’s Pineapple Soda because the cans may break apart unexpectedly | 2026-06-05 | PRIN |
| FSA-AA-27-2026 | Sunrise International Foods Ltd recalls Shama Falooda Almond flavour drink because of undeclared milk | 2026-05-22 | AA |
| FSA-PRIN-24-2026 | One Living recalls One Living Organic Raspberry & Pomegranate Kombucha because the bottle caps may pop off unexpectedly | 2026-05-22 | PRIN |
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Drinks & Beverages
6 FSA alerts in the past 24 months, of which 4 are Allergy Alerts (AA). 10 distinct allergens implicated; highest-frequency: Sulphites.
| Category | GRWI | Alerts | Risk band |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dairy & Cheese | 100.0 | 82 | High |
| Other Food Products | 86.8 | 58 | High |
| Sauces & Condiments | 67.4 | 40 | Elevated |
| Meat & Poultry | 63.3 | 34 | Elevated |
| Drinks & Beverages | 50.8 | 6 | Elevated |
| Ready Meals | 50.3 | 27 | Elevated |
| Snacks & Confectionery | 48.9 | 25 | Moderate |
| Fish & Seafood | 46.3 | 26 | Moderate |
| Pasta & Grains | 42.5 | 4 | Moderate |
| Bakery & Bread | 39.9 | 6 | Moderate |
| Fruit & Vegetables | 30.7 | 10 | Moderate |
| Supplements & Health Foods | 3.9 | 1 | Lower |
| Sandwiches & Wraps | 0.0 | 1 | Lower |
GRWI 0–100: higher = higher FSA recall/allergen alert frequency. Source: FSA Food Alerts API, OGL v3.0. Rolling 24-month window.
Drinks & Beverages recall and allergen risk — frequently asked questions
How many FSA food alerts have been issued for Drinks & Beverages products?
The FSA issued 6 food alerts for Drinks & Beverages in the 24 months to June 2026: 4 Allergy Alerts (AA) and 2 Product Recalls (PRIN). This gives a GRWI of 50.8/100, ranked 5 of 13 food categories. Source: FSA Food Alerts API, OGL v3.0.
Which allergens are most commonly implicated in Drinks & Beverages recalls?
In Drinks & Beverages FSA alerts over 24 months, the most frequently implicated allergens are: Sulphites (2 alerts), Other/Unknown (2 alerts), Gluten (2 alerts). 10 distinct named allergens appear across the 6 alerts. Source: FSA Food Alerts API, OGL v3.0.
What does a high GRWI mean for consumers?
A high Gera Recall Watch Index indicates that a food category has seen relatively frequent FSA food alerts — especially Allergy Alerts (undeclared allergens) — over the past 24 months. It does not mean the category is inherently unsafe; it means consumers with food allergies should be especially vigilant when purchasing Drinks & Beverages products and should check the FSA recalls page before buying.
Is Drinks & Beverages GRWI 50.8 high or low compared to other categories?
Drinks & Beverages's GRWI of 50.8/100 ranks 5 out of 13 categories — elevated risk. The highest-risk category is Dairy & Cheese (GRWI 100.0); the lowest is Sandwiches & Wraps (GRWI 0.0). Source: FSA Food Alerts API, rolling 24-month window to June 2026, OGL v3.0.
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- Dairy & CheeseGRWI 100.0
- Other Food ProductsGRWI 86.8
- Sauces & CondimentsGRWI 67.4
- Meat & PoultryGRWI 63.3
- Drinks & BeveragesGRWI 50.8
- Ready MealsGRWI 50.3
- Snacks & ConfectioneryGRWI 48.9
- Fish & SeafoodGRWI 46.3
- Pasta & GrainsGRWI 42.5
- Bakery & BreadGRWI 39.9
- Fruit & VegetablesGRWI 30.7
- Supplements & Health FoodsGRWI 3.9
- Sandwiches & WrapsGRWI 0.0
Methodology
GRWI = min–max normalised composite of FSA alert count × 0.5 + allergen-alert fraction × 20 + allergen diversity × 2 + trend factor × 3. Rolling 24-month window (320 total alerts). Data: FSA Food Alerts API (OGL v3.0). Full methodology →
Source: FSA Food Alerts open REST API (Food Standards Agency). Data as of June 2026; published 2026-06-20. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Ratings reflect the most recent inspection on record and may have changed since publication.