Caribou Coffee

Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Caribou Coffee Lumberjack sandwich offers a middle-of-the-road choice for those seeking cleaner food options. This product does not boast organic credentials and contains genetically modified ingredients, factors which detract from its overall green leaf rating.

The Caribou Coffee Lumberjack consists of cherrywood smoked ham, bacon, cheddar cheese, and two cage-free fried eggs, all sandwiched between a hash brown bagel. The inclusion of peppered cream cheese adds to the combination of ingredients. While the use of cage-free eggs reflects a positive step towards animal welfare, the absence of organic components and the presence of GMOs limit its standing as a cleaner food option.

The green leaf rating system on our website is designed to guide consumers towards healthier and more environmentally friendly food choices. In the case of the Lumberjack sandwich, the score reflects a balance between its merits and areas where there is room for improvement. The use of cage-free eggs is a commendable choice, yet the lack of organic ingredients and the inclusion of GMOs are setbacks for a product aspiring to meet the highest standards of clean eating.

Consumers who prioritize animal welfare in their food choices may find the Lumberjack sandwich aligns with some of their values, due to the use of cage-free eggs. However, those who place a higher emphasis on organic and non-GMO ingredients will recognize that this product does not fully meet their criteria.

The Caribou Coffee Lumberjack embodies the challenges of navigating the food market in search of cleaner options. It stands as an example of a product that straddles the line, offering certain attributes that health-conscious consumers look for, while also highlighting the compromises that are often made in widely available food products. With a 3 out of 5 green leaves rating, the Lumberjack is a choice that requires consideration of what aspects of clean eating are most important to the individual consumer.