BANDON, OR (November 15, 2025) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Face Rock Creamery LLC is recalling its 6-ounce Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar after an FDA environmental sample detected Listeria monocytogenes in the packaging facility. According to the FDA, the recall affects a limited number of units sold at the company’s flagship store in Oregon.
Face Rock Creamery recall: quick summary
Face Rock Creamery issued a voluntary recall for 16 units of its Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar after the FDA found Listeria monocytogenes in the production environment. Although finished product tests have not shown contamination, the company and federal regulators warn that the presence of Listeria in the packaging area poses a safety concern. The cheese was sold exclusively at the Face Rock Creamery retail store in Bandon, Oregon, between November 10 and November 13, 2025. Consumers who purchased the product should discard it or return it for a full refund.
Official recall details
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Recall date: November 14, 2025
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Announced by: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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Company: Face Rock Creamery LLC
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Product: 6 oz. Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar
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Issue: Potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
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Product details: 6 oz. block; UPC 8 512222 00547 8; use-by date 11/04/26
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Consumer instructions: Destroy or return the product to the Face Rock Creamery retail store for a refund
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Stick around to find out more about this recall.
What happened?
Face Rock Creamery LLC announced the recall on November 14 in coordination with the FDA. The company reported that an FDA environmental sample collected in the cheese-packing area tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. According to the FDA, distribution was limited to Face Rock Creamery’s flagship store at 680 2nd St. SE, Bandon, Oregon.
The affected product includes 16 units of 6-ounce Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar sold from November 10 at 3:30 p.m. PT through November 13. Finished product samples have not tested positive, but the company told regulators it initiated the recall out of an abundance of caution.
In its recall alert, the FDA warned that “people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Listeria monocytogenes run the risk of serious or life-threatening infection if they consume these products.”
Affected products
Brand | Product | Size | UPC | Best by date | Issue | Affected states |
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Face Rock Creamery | Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar | 6 oz. | 8 512222 00547 8 | 11/04/26 | Listeria monocytogenes contamination risk | Oregon |
What caused the issue?
According to the FDA notice, the contamination concern stems from an environmental sample collected in the packaging area. The agency confirmed that Listeria monocytogenes can cause severe illness, especially among young children, older adults, pregnant people, and individuals with weakened immune systems. No illnesses have been reported at this time.
Symptoms may include high fever, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Pregnant individuals face additional risks, including miscarriage or stillbirth.
Questions you might have
Check for a 6 oz. Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar block with UPC 8 512222 00547 8 and use-by date 11/04/26.
Only at the Face Rock Creamery flagship store in Bandon, Oregon.
Between November 10 at 3:30 p.m. PT and November 13 at 3:30 p.m. PT.
No. The contamination concern comes from an environmental sample in the packaging area.
High fever, headache, stiffness, nausea, stomach pain, or diarrhea.
Older adults, pregnant individuals, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems.
Yes. The affected cheese can be returned for a full refund, opened or unopened.
Dispose of it in a sealed bag to avoid accidental consumption.
No. This recall applies only to this specific lot and flavor.
Yes. Wash surfaces, utensils, and containers with hot, soapy water to reduce cross-contamination risk.
Here’s what you should do
Consumers should:
- Dispose of the product or return it to Face Rock Creamery for a refund
- Check the label for UPC 8 512222 00547 8 and use-by date 11/04/26
- Confirm whether the cheese was purchased between November 10–13
- Contact Face Rock Creamery at 541-347-3223 or [email protected] for questions
Behind the brand
Face Rock Creamery, based in Bandon, Oregon, is known for handcrafted specialty cheeses. The company stated it has “ceased distribution of the affected product” and is actively working with regulators to ensure safety in its processing areas.
Source86 reached out to Face Rock Creamery for further comment and will update this article if the company responds.
Other relevant recalls
Recent Listeria-related cheese recalls highlight ongoing challenges in environmental monitoring and sanitation controls, with brands such as Snow Fruit, Primavera Nueva Inc., and Made Fresh Salads also facing contamination issues in separate incidents.
“Listeria spp. is generally unevenly distributed … testing may miss pockets of contamination. … Cross-contamination events are often sporadic in nature.” — Control of Listeria monocytogenes Guidance for the U.S. Dairy Industry, Cornell University food-safety experts
Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, added context:
“Food safety isn’t just about compliance; it’s about trust. Every recall reminds us how vital rigorous checks and supplier accountability are for protecting consumers.”
Ensuring safe eats
This recall underscores the importance of environmental testing and strict sanitation in dairy production. Consumers should discard or return any affected product. Food companies must continue strengthening oversight to prevent contamination and maintain public trust.
At Source86, we help food brands manage ingredient sourcing, FSQA oversight, and private-label production with transparency and precision, ensuring supply chains are prepared when recalls happen. Contact us.
