Bottled smoothie recalled for “potential presence of foreign matter,” Publix announces

Three lots of Odwalla Superfood bottled smoothies have been recalled by parent company Coca-Cola, Publix announced Friday.

Publix quotes Coca-Cola’s statement: “This product does not meet our high-quality standards due to the potential presence of foreign matter in a specific ingredient used in this product. Consumers are urged NOT to drink this product subject to the voluntary recall.”

The lot numbers recalled, at least of the 15.2-ounce bottles sold at Publix, are Aug 3118 AS; Sep 0218 AS; and Sep 0318 AS. Those who bought the recalled smoothies should return them to the store of purchase for a full refund.

Anyone with questions can call Coca-Cola 1-800-438-2653.

This story was originally published July 15, 2018 at 11:38 AM.