Westrock Coffee Reaches 100% Responsible Sourcing of Coffee and Tea by 2025
Westrock Coffee achieved 100% responsibly sourced status for all tea, green coffee and soluble purchases as of 2025, verified through second- or third-party programs. All direct suppliers now undergo third-party audits under its Responsible Sourcing Policy, boosting supply chain resilience against price swings and disruptions.
1. Achievement of 100% Responsible Sourcing
Westrock Coffee fulfilled its 2021 commitment by verifying 100% of tea, green coffee and soluble purchases through second- or third-party programs and auditing all direct suppliers under its Responsible Sourcing Policy.
2. Strengthening Supply Resilience
The sourcing framework was designed to withstand market volatility, addressing challenges such as price swings, logistics disruptions and origin-level uncertainty while maintaining compliance standards.
3. Next Phase Focus on Flexibility
The company will expand sourcing options across its Real Roots™, Raíz™ and certified supply chains, develop backup pathways and increase origin versatility to respond quickly to future market shifts and disruptions.