Waitrose recalls Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink because of poor temperature control
- Affected
- Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink
- The problem
- Waitrose recalls Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink due to the risk of microbiological contamination and spoilage.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink
- Pack size: 1 litre
- Best before All dates between 14 August and 29 October 2026 purchased between 2 September and 21 September 2026
Risk
Waitrose recalls Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink due to the risk of microbiological contamination and spoilage.
Action taken by the company
Waitrose is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought any of the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
Waitrose is recalling Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink due to the risk of microbiological contamination and spoilage because there has been a breakdown in temperature control which may make these products unsafe to drink.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 22 September 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.