A widespread recall has coffee drinkers in 15 states double-checking their morning brew. Over 4,000 packages of ground coffee, sold under the Our Family brand, have been pulled from store shelves due to a labeling mix-up. Bags marked as “decaf” actually contain caffeinated coffee, prompting the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to step in and classify the issue as a Class II recall. Here’s everything consumers need to know about the situation, including which states are affected, what to do if you bought the product, and why this recall matters.
What’s Being Recalled?
The product at the center of this recall is Our Family Traverse City Cherry Decaf Light Roast Ground Coffee. It comes in 12-ounce bags and was distributed by SpartanNash, a company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The affected coffee carries a UPC code of 0-70253-11080 and a “Best Use By” date of August 3, 2025. In total, 692 cases—equaling 4,152 individual packages—were flagged for removal after it was discovered that the coffee inside wasn’t decaffeinated as promised on the label.
The recall kicked off on March 13 after the supplier alerted SpartanNash to the error. By Monday, March 25, the FDA officially labeled it a Class II recall, meaning the product could potentially cause temporary health issues, though serious harm is unlikely. For caffeine-sensitive folks, however, this mix-up could mean unexpected jitters or worse.
Why Did This Happen?
The problem boils down to a simple but significant mistake: a portion of the Traverse City Cherry Ground Coffee production run was mislabeled. Instead of containing decaf coffee, these bags were filled with regular caffeinated grounds. The error slipped through the cracks until the supplier caught it and notified SpartanNash, who then acted quickly to pull the product. Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, the parent company supplying Our Family coffee, voluntarily initiated the recall, though they haven’t released an official statement yet.
SpartanNash emphasized their commitment to consumer safety in an email to USA TODAY, saying they issued the recall immediately after learning of the issue. They also confirmed that all affected products were removed from store shelves and destroyed before the FDA’s classification was even finalized.
Which States Are Affected?
If you live in one of these 15 states, you might have picked up the mislabeled coffee:
- Colorado
- Iowa
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Nebraska
- Ohio
- South Dakota
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
The coffee was shipped to both distribution centers and retail stores across these areas, so it’s worth checking your pantry if you’ve recently bought Our Family brand coffee.
What Does a Class II Recall Mean?
The FDA’s Class II designation might sound technical, but it’s pretty straightforward. It applies to products that could cause temporary or reversible health problems—or where the chance of serious issues is very small. In this case, drinking caffeinated coffee when you expected decaf might lead to headaches, restlessness, or an upset stomach, especially for people who avoid caffeine for medical or personal reasons. While it’s not a life-threatening situation, it’s still a hassle—and a health concern—for those affected.
What Should You Do If You Bought It?
If you’ve got a bag of Our Family Traverse City Cherry Decaf Light Roast Ground Coffee with the matching UPC (0-70253-11080) and best-by date (08/03/2025), don’t brew it. You’ve got two options: toss it out or take it back to the store where you bought it. SpartanNash says customers can return it for a full refund or a replacement, no questions asked. Our Family’s website echoes this, adding an apology for the inconvenience and a promise to keep quality and safety first.
How This Fits Into Bigger Recall Trends
This coffee recall isn’t an isolated incident. Just this month, the FDA flagged over 75,000 bottles of International Delight Coffee Creamers for spoilage issues, also classified as a Class II risk. That recall stemmed from texture problems and consumer complaints about illness, though it wasn’t deemed a major safety threat either. It’s a reminder that even everyday products like coffee and creamer can hit snags in production, leaving shoppers on alert.
What’s Next for Our Family Coffee?
For now, this recall only applies to the 12-ounce bags of Traverse City Cherry Decaf Light Roast Ground Coffee. Other Our Family coffee products—like different flavors or sizes—aren’t part of the pull. SpartanNash and Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA are likely working behind the scenes to figure out how the labeling error happened and how to stop it from repeating. Meanwhile, the recall remains active, with no official end date announced yet.
Tips for Coffee Shoppers
If you’re a regular coffee buyer, this is a good nudge to check labels and dates before tossing a bag in your cart. Mistakes like this don’t happen every day, but when they do, they can throw off your routine—or your health—if you’re not paying attention. Keep an eye on your local store’s return policy too, just in case you end up with a recalled item.
For those in the 15 affected states, it’s worth taking a minute to peek at any Our Family coffee sitting in your kitchen. If it matches the recalled product, you know what to do—swap it out and enjoy your next cup worry-free.
