Michigan Apple Cider May Be Contaminated with E. Coli

If you recently purchased Uncle John's Apple Cider, you may want to think twice before drinking it.

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is warning people that the cider could contain a Shiga-toxin which can lead to E. Coli. Anyone who has purchased the cider from Uncle John's Cider Mill, in St. Johns, are urged to dispose of the product immediately.

This advisory affects approximately 1,200 gallons of cider produced on October 17. The cider was sold at the cider mill from the retail cooler, packaged in various sized plastic jugs with a sell by date of October 30, 2015; or served directly to consumers by the cup as cold cider, frozen cider slushes and hot cider, from October 18 through October 21. "

So far, there have been no reported illnesses but symptoms may include severe stomach cramps, (bloody) diarrhea, and vomiting.

Consumers with questions may contact Uncle John’s Cider Mill at cider@ujcidermill.com.