Salmonella in Mojito Cocktail Garnish

August 2007

Mojito Rimmer may lead to Salmonella poisoning If you’re a fan of the popular cocktail, Mojitos, watch out – your drink could lead to serious food poisoning. The Food and Drug Administration has announced that Stirrings’ Mojito Rimmer flavored cocktail garnish has been recalled due to the presence of Salmonella.

The dangerous bacterium was found in the parsley powder used in the Mojito Rimmer, which was supplied to Stirrings by the Van de Vries Spice Corporation. About 5,000 cases of the 3.5-ounce Mojito Rimmer have been recalled, including the following “best by” dates:

10/27/08
10/30/08

11/23/08
12/01/08

12/04/08
01/03/09

Salmonella is a form of food poisoning that may cause such symptoms as abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, Salmonella may lead to aneurysms, arthritis, and even death.

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Source: "Stirrings LLC Participates in Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Rimmer Brand Mojito Cocktail Garnish Due to Possible Health Risk from Contaminated Raw Ingredient Supplied by Van de Vries Spice Corporation." FDA Alert. August 30, 2007.