As of lately
I have been on a real coconut-kick! I am not sure where this sudden burst of
fixation came from but it makes me want to move to a hot sunny island where I
can have fresh coconuts every day. Wouldn't that be nice? In my search of anything coconut-flavoured, I've come across the REAL DEAL when it comes to fresh and tasty coconut water. I was
lucky enough to receive some bottles of Maverick Brand’s Coco Libre Coconut
Water and their new Flavoured Coconut Water with Chia Seeds.
Coco Libre’s
coconut water is pure, organic coconut water with absolutely no added
ingredients. Their water comes from young green coconut’s and each drop delivers refreshing hydration
as well as 5 electrolytes K, NA, Mg, CA and P. It is only 40 calories per 8 oz.
serving and contains more potassium than a banana!
I received
bottles of the original coconut water, pineapple coconut water and the 4
flavours of the chia seed coconut water which is cherry apple, raspberry
lemonade, strawberry kiwi and blackberry pomegranate.
Original
Coconut Water:
The original
coconut water was very authentic tasting; it was basically like drinking right
from a fresh cut coconut except that it was cold since I had it in the
fridge. It was mild tasting just like
real coconut water, not sugary like some of the weird brands I've tried
before. It was SUPER refreshing to drink
on its own or to use it in place of liquid in a smoothie. Maybe a pineapple, coconut water, mango
smoothie? Yum!
Coconut Water
with Pineapple:
This is the
original coconut water with added organic fresh pineapple juice. This one kind of tasted the same as the original
as the pineapple flavour wasn't that prominent.
It could've been because I had the bottle in the freezer and it got a
bit too cold but overall it was good but not very pineappley (I like making up words)! This would be delicious on a hot day with
frozen pineapple cubes in replace of ice cubes, totally saving that idea for the summer :P
Chia Seed
Coconut Water:
These chia
seed coconut waters are such a great idea because you are getting maximum
health benefits from the chia seeds plus the coconut water. You’re also left
feeling really full after downing a bottle because the chia seeds absorb up to
12 times its weight in water. These
little seeds also contain omega, fibre and calcium so it’s the perfect drink
especially for those who like to work out.
It really gives you that extra energy and hydration that you need for
some of those tougher, longer work outs.
Of the 4
flavours I have only tried the strawberry kiwi and the raspberry lemonade so
far and they both were full of flavour! At first it felt funny in my throat
drinking liquid packed with chia seeds but I kind of liked it after awhile. The
chia makes the liquid a bit thicker so it’s almost like drinking a thicker more
watered down smoothie. It was fruity and
satisfying and I literally was full for at least 3 hours after downing one of
these. I really love the idea of chia
seed drinks so I am excited to have these again as well as discover other chia
drinks out there!
Thank you
Coco Libre for making some damn good coconut water!
You can also buy online at:

As of lately
I have been on a real coconut-kick! I am not sure where this sudden burst of
fixation came from but it makes me want to move to a hot sunny island where I
can have fresh coconuts every day. Wouldn't that be nice? In my search of anything coconut-flavoured, I've come across the REAL DEAL when it comes to fresh and tasty coconut water. I was
lucky enough to receive some bottles of Maverick Brand’s Coco Libre Coconut
Water and their new Flavoured Coconut Water with Chia Seeds.
Coco Libre’s
coconut water is pure, organic coconut water with absolutely no added
ingredients. Their water comes from young green coconut’s and each drop delivers refreshing hydration
as well as 5 electrolytes K, NA, Mg, CA and P. It is only 40 calories per 8 oz.
serving and contains more potassium than a banana!
I received
bottles of the original coconut water, pineapple coconut water and the 4
flavours of the chia seed coconut water which is cherry apple, raspberry
lemonade, strawberry kiwi and blackberry pomegranate.
Original
Coconut Water:
The original
coconut water was very authentic tasting; it was basically like drinking right
from a fresh cut coconut except that it was cold since I had it in the
fridge. It was mild tasting just like
real coconut water, not sugary like some of the weird brands I've tried
before. It was SUPER refreshing to drink
on its own or to use it in place of liquid in a smoothie. Maybe a pineapple, coconut water, mango
smoothie? Yum!
Coconut Water
with Pineapple:
This is the
original coconut water with added organic fresh pineapple juice. This one kind of tasted the same as the original
as the pineapple flavour wasn't that prominent.
It could've been because I had the bottle in the freezer and it got a
bit too cold but overall it was good but not very pineappley (I like making up words)! This would be delicious on a hot day with
frozen pineapple cubes in replace of ice cubes, totally saving that idea for the summer :P
Chia Seed
Coconut Water:
These chia
seed coconut waters are such a great idea because you are getting maximum
health benefits from the chia seeds plus the coconut water. You’re also left
feeling really full after downing a bottle because the chia seeds absorb up to
12 times its weight in water. These
little seeds also contain omega, fibre and calcium so it’s the perfect drink
especially for those who like to work out.
It really gives you that extra energy and hydration that you need for
some of those tougher, longer work outs.
Of the 4
flavours I have only tried the strawberry kiwi and the raspberry lemonade so
far and they both were full of flavour! At first it felt funny in my throat
drinking liquid packed with chia seeds but I kind of liked it after awhile. The
chia makes the liquid a bit thicker so it’s almost like drinking a thicker more
watered down smoothie. It was fruity and
satisfying and I literally was full for at least 3 hours after downing one of
these. I really love the idea of chia
seed drinks so I am excited to have these again as well as discover other chia
drinks out there!
Thank you
Coco Libre for making some damn good coconut water!
You can also buy online at:
I'd love to try the coconut pineapple one!!
ReplyDeleteIt's so refreshing!!
DeleteI haven't tried coconut water yet but I'm going to look for these at my health food store (I've seen coconut water there, just didn't pay attention to what kind). I've had kombucha with chia seeds in it and really liked it. I actually ended up chewing each drink so it lasted quite a while-lol. I'm weird and can't not chew if there's chunks in a drink, even tiny ones. BTW I got the hemp hearts and am enjoying them on cereal-so good! They remind me of softer, smaller sunflower seeds. Thank you for that giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI still haven't tried this kombucha stuff, I keep hearing good things though! I'm glad you're enjoying the hemp hearts :)
Deleteeven though i loveeee coconut, i am not too fond of coconut water. i tried it a few years ago on a trip to india and it just didn't work for my taste buds but i adored the aroma...heheh
ReplyDeleteI find a lot of people say that! They love coconut flavored things but when it comes to drinking actual coconut water, they don't like the taste!
DeleteI've only tried coconut water once and really didn't like it! However, I haven't tried this brand or these flavours, so perhaps I'd enjoy them more than the one I tasted :)
ReplyDeleteCoconut and anything citrus has been on my mind lately :) Maybe it's the desire to head to the beach or for spring to arrive ... soon! Lovely blog and I will look for these coconut waters in our local store. Have a wonderful Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteHave a great Wednesday as well! I definitley have spring time on my mind :P
DeleteOOh, I've never seen the coconut water with chia! I'd love to try that!
ReplyDeleteI have tried a couple of kinds of coconut water (including the one you sent me) but I really want to get into it more. Sounds like some good health benefits! :)
ReplyDeleteI actually tried this make not that long ago, loved it but expensive. But worth the occasional treat :-)
ReplyDeleteI'll have to try the strawberry kiwi now!
ReplyDeleteI have not tried coconut water yet! These look very refreshing :)
ReplyDeleteI remember when the first coconut waters hit the market. Some just didn't taste very good. I'm so happy the quality has improved, as I've now become addicted to the stuff. ;)
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