This popular energy drink may accidentally contain alcohol—what parents need to know

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A packaging error involving two well-known beverage brands has triggered a safety recall—and raised new concerns for parents who keep Celsius energy drinks in their homes.
According to a press release from High Noon, some of its vodka seltzer was accidentally packaged in cans labeled as Celsius Astro Vibe Sparkling Blue Razz energy drinks. The mislabeled cans contain alcohol but were distributed under non-alcoholic branding, with no external indication that they include vodka.
The error occurred when a shared packaging supplier mistakenly sent empty Celsius cans to High Noon, which then filled them with vodka seltzer. The affected cans were shipped out between July 21–23, 2025, and sold in Florida, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
'Consumption of the liquid in these cans will result in unintentional alcohol ingestion,' the press release stated.
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Why this matters to moms
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have teens or tweens in the house who may be grabbing a Celsius from the fridge, this recall matters. It's possible that a can meant to provide an energy boost might instead contain alcohol—with no visual clues besides the lid color and lot code.
Although no injuries or illnesses have been reported so far, the FDA has been notified, and High Noon is urging anyone with the affected cans to avoid drinking them and dispose of them immediately.
Unintentional alcohol consumption can have serious implications for developing babies, young children, and adolescents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 'There is no known safe amount of alcohol use during pregnancy or while trying to get pregnant.'
How to check your cans
Look carefully at both the lot number and the lid color of any Celsius Astro Vibe Sparkling Blue Razz cans in your home.
Do not consume if your can has a silver lid and a lot code between:
L CCB 02JL25 2:55 to
L CCB 02JL25 3:11
Cans with a black lid or different lot codes are not part of the recall and are safe to consume.
The affected cans may have come from High Noon Beach Variety Packs, but even individual Celsius cans could be impacted, so it's important to check all relevant products.
If you find a can that matches the lot code and silver lid description, dispose of it and contact High Noon Consumer Relations for a refund at: [e-mail]
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What this says about food safety labeling
Labeling errors like this are rare but not unheard of. According to the FDA, 'food mislabeling' is one of the most common reasons for product recalls in the U.S. A 2022 study on product recall trends found that undeclared ingredients or wrong product contents are leading causes for consumer safety alerts.
For parents juggling busy routines and making quick grocery runs, it's a reminder that we deserve better transparency and safeguards—especially when the consequences could impact kids.
What to do next
If you've purchased a High Noon Beach Variety Pack or a Celsius Astro Vibe Sparkling Blue Razz can recently:
Check the lot code and lid color immediately.
Do not consume if the product matches the affected range.
Email High Noon Consumer Relations at [e-mail] for instructions and refund details.
You can also refer to the official High Noon press release for additional guidance: High Noon recall notice.
Sources:
High Noon announces recall of its vodka seltzer beach pack due to inclusion of CELSIUS® Astro Vibe energy drink cans. July 29, 2025. PR Newswire.
About alcohol use in pregnancy. Accessed July 30, 2025. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
FDA 101: Product recalls. May 11, 2023. U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Undeclared allergens are the leading cause of recalls in 2023. March 15, 2023. Trustwell Blog.