Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayo

Brand Origin and History

Chosen Foods was founded in 2011 in San Diego, California, by a group of wellness enthusiasts including Carlan Manser. The brand was established with a focus on bringing healthy, nutrient-dense fats, specifically avocado oil, to the mainstream market. It quickly became known for being a pioneer in cold-pressed avocado oil products, positioning itself as a clean-label alternative to traditional seed-oil-based condiments.

Manufacturing and Sourcing

While the company is headquartered in San Diego, the packaging in the image features the "Product of Canada" maple leaf logo, indicating that this specific unit was manufactured in Canada using Canadian and imported ingredients. The brand is famous for sourcing its avocados primarily from Mexico, where they are harvested and pressed to ensure high-quality oil for their mayonnaise and dressings.

Ownership and Corporate Structure

In 2021, Chosen Foods was acquired by Butterfly Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm that specializes in the food sector. As of 2024 and looking ahead to 2026, Chosen Foods operates under the Butterfly portfolio, maintaining its headquarters in San Diego. The company continues to dominate the avocado oil market in North America, distributed via major retailers like Costco, where the item number 1564153 shown in the image is a common identifier for their bulk mayo jars.