Vita Coco Coconut Water

Product Type:Juice: Coconut Water and Juice; Container: 17 oz
BevNET Review: If Vita Coco set out to make a product that would blend a high quality fruit punch with coconut water, they’ve definitely succeeded with this product. In fact, it sort of tastes like they mixed together some of their other flavors, with notes of guava, orange, and pineapple that are easily distinguishable from the mix. In addition, the formulation has red dragonfruit, but its flavor isn’t something that we were able to quickly pick out. All in all, it’s a pleasant tasting addition, but it’s not something that strays too far from the mold of other Vita Coco flavors. That could be either positive or negative depending on your viewpoint – but we think this is definitely a very mainstream oriented product. On the packaging front, it looks and feels very much like other VitaCoco products, with the most notable difference being the “Hydrate Naturally with Rihanna” (a nod to their marketing deal with the pop artist) that has been placed on the front of the container. It’s hard to say whether or not this plug will help this product sell better. Overall, another solid entry from Vita Coco.Reviewed on: 8/8/2011

Product Type:Juice: Coconut Water and Juice; Container: 11.2 fl oz (330 ml) tetra pack
BevNET Review: Vita Coco’s latest entry is “Coconut Water with Acai & Pomegranate”, which is now available in a 17 oz. (500 ml) resealable Tetra Pak as well as the flagship 12 oz. Tetra Pak. Unlike many of the other acai and pomegranate flavored drinks that land on our desk, this one, which uses acai from Sambazon, is neither sickly sweet or enhanced with flavorings. Instead, the product has just a splash of acai (Sambazon brand) and pomegranate juices with no sugar added. These two flavors pair perfectly with the natural sweetness of coconut water, while the added tartness of the acai and pomegranate, as well as the light grit of the acai, make for a combination that’s extremely enjoyable and thirst quenching. On the outside, the product’s design is shared across both package formats, but the 17 oz. version adds a resealable top. The ability to reseal the package is huge for the portability and enjoyment of the product, plus it adds to the aesthetics and sportiness of the product. Otherwise, the design is straightforward, with images of a coconut, a pomegranate, and acai berries along the bottom with a purple accent color across the top and to color the text of the flavor name. It’s an appetite whetting design, with a Brazillian theme that helps reinforce the brands authenticity. Overall, this is simply the best coconut water drink we’ve ever had.Reviewed on: 9/23/2009

Product Type:Juice: Coconut Water and Juice; Container: 11.2 fl oz (330 ml) tetrapak
BevNET Review: Prior to the launch of their Acai & Pomegranate flavor, Vita Coco Peach & Mango was our favorite (sorry Peach & Mango). But that doesn’t meant that it isn’t still a superb product, especially with the introduction of a 17 oz. (500 ml) resealable Tetra Pak container. As for the flavor of the drink, the use of peach and mango purees gives this product a subtle sweetness that will definitely appeal to the ethnic and mainstream consumer alike. It still has the flavor of coconut water, but it feels much more like a part of the product rather than the sole focus of it. In addition, the bright gold color used on the package is the most eye-catching of the Vita Coco line. Overall, a stellar flavor from Vita Coco.Reviewed on: 9/23/2009

Product Type:Juice: Coconut Water and Juice; Container: 11.2 fl oz (330 ml) tetrapak
BevNET Review: Coconut Water with Pineapple is another hit from Vita Coco. Starting with the refreshing and thirst quenching base of coconut water, they’ve added the sweet tropical flavor of pineapple to the mix. In addition, they’ve added coconut puree, which makes for a stronger coconut flavor than you’ll find in other varieties. In this case, that’s a welcome addition, helping to bridge the gap between the mellow flavor of the coconut water and the sweetness of the pineapple. The end result is a product that’s smooth and clean from start to finish. On the packaging side of things, this is one of the varieties that has gone to the new resealable 17 oz. package, which makes for a much better looking and more functional format. Overall, this was one of our favorites the first time around – and it still is today.Reviewed on: 9/23/2009

Product Type:Juice: Coconut Water and Juice; Container: 11.2 fl oz (330 ml) tetrapak
BevNET Review: Vita Coco is a beverage that provides natural refreshment with the unique taste of coconut water. If you haven’t had it, you should, because the naturally lightly sweet flavor is extremely thirst quenching and hydrating. That’s something that you really can’t say about many products that use a single ingredient. It might take a little while to latch on to coconut water (it did for us), but once you do, you’re hooked. As far as Vita Coco’s effort goes, they’ve differentiated their product by having a slightly sweeter, more full bodied flavor. They also utilizing a tropical style brand (an ode to the product’s Brazilian origin, no doubt) and, more recently, they’ve added a 17 oz. Tetra Pak with a resealable top alongside their 12 oz. and 1 liter formats. From our point of view, the resealable top is the difference maker, offering consumers something that they can’t find in competing brands (at least not yet). Otherwise, the brand is fun and authentic feeling, which certainly makes us want to pick up a Vita Coco. Reviewed on: 9/23/2009