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Vita Coco Pure Coconut Water Pineapple
Beverages
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Vita Coco Pure Coconut Water Pineapple

Vita Coco
16.90 foz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
0g
Protein
14g
Sugars
40mg
Sodium
10
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Vita Coco Pure Coconut Water Pineapple presents as a ready-to-drink tropical refresher: a slim 16.9 fl oz tetra pak that you’ll typically find chilled in the refrigerated juice and functional beverage aisle, near other coconut waters, cold-pressed juices, and sports drinks. It fits quick grocery runs for hydration, a weekend brunch for lighter, tropical cocktails or mocktails, and active shopping lists for post-workout recovery. The brand positions itself as youthful, travel-friendly, and eco-conscious — marketing toward health-minded millennials and on-the-go parents who value “natural” ingredients and small-farm sourcing stories. The label leans on health halos: “not from concentrate,” “natural ingredients,” and visible fruit imagery; there’s no organic certification and the only non-fruit additive is vitamin C (ascorbic acid) as a preservative/antioxidant. Processing context: this is a packed, pasteurized fruit beverage made from whole juices and purees rather than single-ingredient fresh coconut water. Sensory notes: pale, slightly cloudy golden liquid with a light pineapple aroma, a smooth, slightly pulpy texture from pineapple and coconut purees, and a clean, subtly sweet finish (about 60 calories and 14 g sugars per serving). The tetra pak encourages an easy ritual — chill, snap the cap, drink directly or mix into smoothies — and the packaging emphasizes sustainability messaging and farmer partnerships as part of its story. Overall it reads like a premium, convenient tropical drink marketed as a natural, hydrating alternative to sugary sodas and some sports drinks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8 fl oz
Servings per Container: 1
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium40mg2%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Total Sugars14g
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Coconut, Water,, Pineapple, Puree,, Coconut, Puree,, Vitamin, C, (Ascorbic, Acid)..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from whole juices and purees with minimal ingredient list but industrially pasteurized and packaged; contains an added antioxidant (ascorbic acid) and is processed into a shelf-stable beverage, consistent with NOVA group 3 (processed).

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Common Questions about Vita Coco Pure Coconut Water Pineapple

That's a great question! This drink is low in calories and packed with potassium, which is fantastic for hydration and muscle function. While it does have a higher sugar content—14 grams per serving—it's naturally occurring from the coconut and pineapple, making it a refreshing treat rather than a diet buster. Think of it as a healthier alternative to sugary sodas or energy drinks.

Perfect For

post-workout
weekend-brunch
road-trip

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