Most of us probably don't think twice about how often we rely on convenience stores, but they really do come through in clutch moments. And over time, many of the bigger chains have expanded beyond just stocking name brands. They've built out their own private label products too—everything from bottled water to iced teas and juices—usually at a slightly friendlier price point.
But just like any other food or beverage company, those store-brand items aren't immune to issues. Recalls can happen across the board, whether it's a national brand or a private label product sitting in a convenience store cooler. And now, one popular regional chain, Wawa, is dealing with exactly that situation.
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Certain bottled beverages sold under Wawa's own label are being pulled from shelves, serving as a reminder that even the most familiar, grab-and-go staples can occasionally come with unexpected concerns.
On April 3, 2026, the FDA shared Wawa's voluntary recall of its 16-ounce pints of Wawa Iced Tea Lemon, Wawa Iced Tea Diet Lemon, Wawa Diet Lemonade and Wawa Fruit Punch. All of these items were produced by the Wawa Beverage Company.
Wawa Diet Iced Tea Lemon in a 16-ounce bottle is one of the products involved in the recall.Wawa
The recall includes several 16-ounce pint bottles of Wawa-branded beverages sold across multiple states. Affected products include Wawa Iced Tea Lemon (UPC 726191018425) with a code date of May 15, 2026, sold in 123 stores across Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Wawa Iced Diet Tea Lemon (UPC 726191018548), with a code date of May 18, 2026, was distributed to eight stores in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Wawa Diet Lemonade (UPC 726191055901), also marked with a May 18, 2026 code date, was sold in 12 stores in Delaware and New Jersey. Lastly, Wawa Fruit Punch (UPC 726191018432), with a code date of May 19, 2026, was available in 53 stores across Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. All code dates can be found printed on the top of each bottle.
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Why Were These Wawa Drinks Recalled?
Here's what happened: The bottled drinks were recalled due to the possible presence of an undeclared milk allergen. The company traced this back to a temporary equipment issue during the manufacturing process that has since been identified and corrected. While no illnesses have been reported, Wawa says its serious about making its top priority the health and safety of both customers and associates. That's why they chose to pull the affected products from store shelves and initiate the recall out of an abundance of caution. Better safe than sorry, right?
If you purchased any of the impacted drinks you're encouraged to dispose of them right away and reach out to Wawa’s 24-hour customer contact center with questions or to request a refund in the form of a Wawa gift card.
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