Freeze-dried coconut water

A freeze-drying process (freeze-drying) is used:

1. the coconut water is frozen

2. the water is then removed in a vacuum by 'evaporating' it directly from the ice (without conventional heating)

3. the result is a fine powder that can be easily dissolved in water

Why it is done

• the powder is easier to store and transport

• has a longer shelf life

• retains many of the natural substances from the coconut water (especially minerals)

When it's mixed in water, it's essentially coconut water "powder" that's used as the base of an isotonic drink.