Recall of specific batches of various Old Irish Creamery Cheese cheddar cheese products due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes
Friday, 07 February 2025
| Alert Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2025.08 |
| Product Identification: | Please see table below. |
| Batch Code | Please see table below. |
| Country Of Origin: | Ireland |
Message:
The below batches of Old Irish Creamery Cheese cheddar cheese products are being recalled due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
| Product Name | Best before dates | Pack Size | Approval number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Irish Creamery Cheese Irish Cheddar Cheese with Irish Whiskey |
15.05.2025 20.05.2025 06.11.2025 |
All pack sizes | IE 1059 EC |
| Old Irish Creamery Cheese Irish Cheddar Cheese with Irish Porter |
11.05.2025 15.05.2025 02.06.2025 04.06.2025 25.07.2025 04.11.2025 |
All pack sizes | IE 1059 EC |
| Old Irish Creamery Cheese Cheddar Cheese with Siriracha |
15.05.2025 20.05.2025 03.06.2025 02.11.2025 |
All pack sizes | IE 1059 EC |
Nature Of Danger:
Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including adults over the age of 65. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.
Action Required:
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches of cheese.
