Product recallFSA
Hawkstone Cider recalled over possible glass pieces
Hawkstone is recalling Hawkstone Cider on a precautionary basis because there have been reports that bottles have exploded as a result of over fermentation.
Point-of-sale notice published with the recall 
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Hawkstone Cider 500ml, single bottles and multipacks (3, 6, 10 and 12 packs)
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- L3160B
- Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
- June 2025
What to do now
Small pieces of glass may be in Hawkstone Cider. They can be hard to see and cause injury to the mouth or throat.
- Do not eat it and do not try to pick out or strain any fragments.
- Wrap it so that nobody can cut themselves on it in the bin.
- Return it to the shop where you bought it, where you should get your money back, or bin it.
- Check the freezer and cupboards for other packs with the same details, including anything you have decanted or portioned.
Why it matters. A foreign body such as glass can cut the mouth, throat or gut. Because fragments are often small and clear, inspecting the food is not a reliable test.
Symptoms and when to get help
Look out for
- pain in the mouth, throat or chest
- difficulty swallowing
Get help urgently
- bleeding from the mouth, vomiting blood, or dark, tar-like poo — go to A&E or call 999
- severe stomach pain after eating the product
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Getting your money back
Recalled food can be returned to the shop it came from for a full refund. Supermarkets and most independent shops do this without a receipt, because the recall applies to the product, not to your purchase.
If you bought it online or on a delivery, contact the retailer through your account or customer services and tell them the product is under an FSA recall.
From the official notice
Published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA-PRIN-22-2023). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Hawkstone is recalling Hawkstone Cider on a precautionary basis because there have been reports that bottles have exploded as a result of over fermentation.
The risk
There is a risk that glass bottles may explode which may cause injury.
Action taken
Hawkstone is recalling the above product. A point of sale notice will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. This notice explains to customers why the product is being recalled and tells them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product, do not drink it as the bottle may explode. Please contact Hawkstone on info@hawkstone.co for a refund and replacement. Please avoid unnecessary handling of the product and do not return it to the store, instead, safely dispose of the product.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Hawkstone Cider been recalled?
Small pieces of glass may be in Hawkstone Cider. They can be hard to see and cause injury to the mouth or throat. A foreign body such as glass can cut the mouth, throat or gut. Because fragments are often small and clear, inspecting the food is not a reliable test.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the batch code and best before on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Do not eat it and do not try to pick out or strain any fragments. Wrap it so that nobody can cut themselves on it in the bin.
Can I get a refund?
Recalled food can be returned to the shop it came from for a full refund. Supermarkets and most independent shops do this without a receipt, because the recall applies to the product, not to your purchase. If you bought it online or on a delivery, contact the retailer through your account or customer services and tell them the product is under an FSA recall.
