The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0219-2020·Announced 2019-11-27

Temple Turmeric Recalls Matcha Shots Due to High Yeast Levels

Temple Turmeric Inc. is voluntarily recalling Temple Pure Prana Matcha+Shot bottles due to high levels of yeast. The recall affects 18,732 units distributed to several states.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and is a voluntary, firm-initiated action for high yeast levels, which aligns with the rubric for moderate severity involving low-risk contamination or voluntary precautionary recalls.

Plain-English summary

Temple Turmeric Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of Temple Pure Prana Matcha+Shot, a cold-pressed perishable beverage sold in 3 fl oz plastic bottles. The recall is being conducted because the product contains high levels of yeast.

The affected product is identified by the UPC 8-54351-00547-0 and a lot/best by date of 01/23/2020. A total of 18,732 units were distributed directly to consumers in Rhode Island, Florida, Arkansas, California, New Jersey, and Tennessee. The recall was initiated on October 28, 2019, and was terminated on February 4, 2020.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their refrigerators for bottles matching the specific lot and best by date. The FDA classifies this recall as Class II, indicating a situation where use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
TEMPLE PURE PRANA MATCHA+SHOT; 3 FL OZ (89mL); VITALITY SUPERBOOST; COLD PRESSURED; PERISHABLE KEEP REFRIGERATED; plastic bottles in 12 pack or 24 pack; UPC 8-54351-00547-0
Manufacturer
Temple Turmeric Inc.
Category
Food — Beverages
Hazard
Affected units
18,732

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Lot/Best By Date: 01/23/2020

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states:

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