True North: 25%

Zavida retains a strong operational footprint in Canada through its roasting and distribution facilities. However, the True North score is impacted by its transition to foreign ownership, which directs profits and strategic control abroad. Because the primary commodity cannot be produced in Canada, inputs provide no domestic retention despite the local transformation process.

Green Score: 27/100

This product benefits from being a single-ingredient whole food with Rainforest Alliance certification, indicating sustainable sourcing practices. While the bulk 700g format is more efficient than single-serve pods, the multi-material flexible plastic packaging and degassing valve present significant recycling challenges. The overall environmental impact is balanced between high-quality ingredient sourcing and difficult-to-recover packaging materials.