Urgent Recall: Ghirardelli Issues Voluntary Recall of Powdered Beverages Due to Potential Undeclared Allergen

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has issued a voluntary recall for specific lots of its powdered beverage products due to the potential presence of an undeclared allergen. The company announced the recall after discovering that certain batches may contain undeclared walnuts, posing a significant risk to individuals with tree nut allergies.

The recall specifically affects products distributed to major retailers and foodservice providers nationwide. Ghirardelli is working closely with the FDA to ensure all impacted items are removed from shelves immediately.

Impacted Products

The recall is limited to specific “Best By” dates and lot codes for the following powdered mixes:

• Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Premium Hot Cocoa Mix (Individual pouches and multi-pack boxes)
• Ghirardelli Chocolate Mocha Premium Frappe Mix
• Ghirardelli White Mocha Premium Frappe Mix

How to Identify: Consumers should check the back of the packaging for “Best By” dates ranging from April 2027 through June 2027. A full list of specific lot codes can be found on the Ghirardelli website or the FDA’s recall database.

The Risk Factor

For most consumers, the product is safe to consume. However, for those with a walnut or tree nut allergy, consuming these products could lead to a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis. To date, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions, but Ghirardelli is moving forward with the recall as a precautionary measure.

What You Should Do

If you have these products in your pantry:

1. Do Not Consume: If anyone in your household has a tree nut allergy, dispose of the product immediately.
2. Return for Refund: Consumers can return the affected product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
3. Contact Ghirardelli: For questions or to receive a replacement voucher, you can contact the Ghirardelli Consumer Service team at 1-800-488-0078 or visit their official website.

A Commitment to Safety

In a statement, Ghirardelli emphasized that the health and safety of their customers is their highest priority. “We are committed to the quality and safety of all our products. We are taking this voluntary action to protect our consumers and are working to correct the labeling error that led to this oversight.”

Check Your Pantry

While Ghirardelli is a staple for many bakers and hot cocoa fans, this is a “better safe than sorry” situation. If you recently purchased these mixes for a weekend treat or as a staple for your coffee bar, take two minutes to cross-reference your lot codes.