Craft ale cans recalled over explosion risk

Some cans of Juice Forsyth are at risk of exploding

Cans of a craft ale which promises a "tropical explosion" are being recalled over fears they may actually explode and injure people.

People who have already bought cans of Juice Forsyth, made by Brew York, have been advised to dispose of the drinks safely at home.

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said the warning followed reports that "cans have exploded as a result of over carbonation".

The company apologised, saying the firm's "high standards have not been met" on this occasion.

Anyone with a can of the IPA, which the company advertises as a "salute" to legendary entertainer Bruce Forsyth, should check the bottom of 440ml cans.

If there is a Gyle number of 1036 with a best before date of 23 July 2024 it should be disposed of.

The company, which has two breweries in York, explained in a statement that the cause of the issue was likely to be "fruit pulp carryover".

"We believe that these fruit cells may have released a small amount of unfermented sugar into the beer, which the tiny amount of yeast present has then subsequently fermented," it said.

"This creates additional CO₂ which at best, can cause a frothy product, but at worst, can cause pressures unsuitable for storage in aluminium cans."

Brew York urged customers with the drink at home to dispose of affected cans by submerging them in cold water, wearing gloves and then pointing it away from their face before opening the ring pull.

The firm, which has offered to gift vouchers to refund those affected, added it was "taking all necessary measures to ensure that this does not happen again".

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