Twin Sisters Creamery Cheese Recall: E. coli Contamination Alert
Urgent: Select Twin Sisters Creamery cheeses may contain dangerous E. coli. Check your fridge now and follow the safety steps below.
Why the Twin Sisters Creamery Recall Matters
On October 25 2025, Twin Sisters Creamery, Inc. of Ferndale, WA voluntarily recalled specific lots of its Whatcom Blue, Farmhouse, Peppercorn and Mustard Seed cheeses after laboratory testing confirmed the presence of Shiga toxin–producing Escherichia coli (STEC), including E. coli O103. STEC infections can cause severe—and occasionally fatal—illness, especially in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.
Products & Batch Codes Under Recall
- Whatcom Blue – Batch Codes: 250527B, 250610B, 250618B, 250624B
- Farmhouse – Batch Codes: 250603F, 250616B
- Peppercorn – Batch Code: 250603P
- Mustard Seed – Batch Code: 250616M
The recalled items are 2.5-lb wheels made from raw, unpasteurized milk and aged a minimum of 60 days. They were shipped between 7/27/25 and 10/22/25 to distributors in Oregon and Washington and may have been repacked for retail sale.
E. coli Illnesses Reported
Health officials have confirmed three E. coli O103 infections—two in Washington and one in Oregon. One patient consumed Twin Sisters Creamery Farmhouse cheese before becoming ill.
E. coli Symptoms to Watch For
- Severe stomach cramps
- Bloody or prolonged diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Occasional fever
Symptoms typically appear 1–10 days after exposure. Seek medical attention right away if diarrhea is persistent or bloody.
Immediate Actions for Consumers
- Do NOT eat the recalled cheese.
- Dispose of it in a sealed bag or return it to the store for a full refund.
- Clean and sanitize any surfaces, containers or utensils that contacted the cheese.
- Contact your healthcare provider if you develop symptoms.
Refund & Contact Information
Return the recalled cheese to the original retailer for a full refund. For additional questions, call Twin Sisters Creamery at (360) 656-5240 (Tuesday–Saturday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. PT).
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Twin Sisters Creamery Cheese Recall FAQ
Q1. Which Twin Sisters Creamery cheeses are part of the recall?
A. Whatcom Blue, Farmhouse, Peppercorn and Mustard Seed cheeses produced in the batch codes listed above are affected.
Q2. Why is Twin Sisters Creamery recalling its cheese?
A. Routine testing found Shiga toxin–producing E. coli O103, which can cause serious food-borne illness.
Q3. What Twin Sisters Creamery batch codes are affected?
A. Look for codes 250527B, 250610B, 250618B, 250624B, 250603F, 250616B, 250603P and 250616M.
Q4. How do I get a refund for recalled Twin Sisters Creamery cheese?
A. Return the product to your retailer for a full refund or call (360) 656-5240 for assistance.
Q5. Have illnesses been linked to the Twin Sisters Creamery cheese recall?
A. Yes. Three confirmed E. coli O103 cases—two in Washington and one in Oregon—are tied to the recalled cheese.
Q6. Can cooking Twin Sisters Creamery cheese eliminate E. coli?
A. No. Because contamination may be present throughout the cheese, the FDA advises discarding or returning it rather than cooking it.
Q7. Where were recalled Twin Sisters Creamery cheeses sold?
A. The products were distributed to retailers and restaurants in Oregon and Washington between July 27 and October 22 2025.