CPSC Recall in 2007: Tequila Rose Distilling Co. Recalls Gel Candles Due To Fire and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 07-161

Date: April 17, 2007

Product Name: Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream candle sets

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), McCormick Distilling Co., doing business as Tequila Rose Distilling Co., of Weston, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about 60,000 Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream candle sets. The martini glass containing the gel candle can break while the candle is burning, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.Name of product: Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream candle setsUnits: About 60,000Distributor: McCormick Distilling Co., doing business as Tequila Rose Distilling Co., of Weston, Mo.Hazard: The martini glass containing the gel candle can break while the candle is burning, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of glasses breaking while the candle was burning. No fires or injuries have been reported.Description: The recalled gel candles came in the Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream set, a Valentine's Day gift set. The candle has pink gel and is contained in a martini glass. The words "Tequila Rose" and "Made in China" are printed on the glass. The gift set also includes a 750 milliliters bottle of Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream liqueur.Sold at: Licensed alcohol beverage retail stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $20.Manufactured in: China (candle)Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the gel candle and contact the firm for instructions on how to get a free replacement candle.Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Tequila Rose Distilling at (800) 470-2313 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.tequilarose.com.

Hazard Description:

The martini glass containing the gel candle can break while the candle is burning, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 60,000

Incidents:

The firm has received three reports of glasses breaking while the candle was burning. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Licensed alcohol beverage retail stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $20.

Manufactured In:

China (candle)