Steinlager recall: Incorrect alcohol free labelling

New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) is supporting Lion NZ in recalling a specific batch of its Steinlager Ultra Low Carb beer due to individual bottles in some 24-packs being incorrectly labelled as alcohol-free. 

“The concern with these beers is that although the box says the beers contain 4.2% alcohol, some of the bottles in the box have been incorrectly labelled as alcohol-free,” says NZFS deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle. 

“I am very mindful that this recall will be concerning for a range of consumers who have medical, cultural, or lifestyle reasons why they select non-alcoholic beverages. 

“People avoiding alcohol should not consume this product. They can return it to the place of purchase for a refund.” 

Steinlager’s Ultra Low Carb 24 Pack (24 x 330ml) with a best before date of 21/10/26 is affected by this recall. 

The affected products are sold at retailers and hospitality businesses nationwide. They have been removed from store shelves and have not been exported. 

Visit NZFS’s recall page for up-to-date information and photographs of the affected product. 

If you have consumed any of this product and are concerned for your health, contact your health professional, or call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free advice. 

“As is our usual practice, NZFS will work with Lion NZ to understand how this happened and prevent it recurring,” says Mr Arbuckle. 

The vast majority of food sold in New Zealand is safe, but sometimes problems can occur.  Help keep yourself and your family safe by subscribing to our recall alerts. Information on how to subscribe is on the NZFS food recall page.