Carbonated coconut water.

Carbonated coconut water is coconut water that has had carbon dioxide added, so it fizzes. It is the same drink people call sparkling coconut water or fizzy coconut water. The name changes; the idea does not.

Is carbonated coconut water the same as sparkling coconut water?

Yes. Carbonated coconut water, sparkling coconut water, fizzy coconut water and coconut water with bubbles all describe the same thing: coconut water with a gentle fizz added. Brands pick whichever name they like. EVER calls it sparkling coconut water, but it is exactly this.

How is it carbonated?

The coconut water is chilled and carbon dioxide is dissolved into it under pressure, the same way sparkling water is made. That is what creates the bubbles. Flavour, where a brand adds it, comes from real fruit and botanicals before the can is sealed.

What does carbonated coconut water taste like?

Light, tropical and crisp. You get the soft, slightly sweet note of coconut water, lifted by the fizz so it finishes clean. Flavoured versions add fruit and botanicals on top. EVER makes Yuzu & Lime, Raspberry & Elderflower and Matcha & Ginger, each finishing dry rather than sweet.

Does carbonated coconut water have sugar?

It depends on the brand. Coconut water has a small amount of naturally occurring sugar. Some brands add more; others, like EVER, add none and use no sweeteners. The carbonation itself adds nothing but bubbles. Always check the label for added sugar and sweeteners.

Where to buy carbonated coconut water.

Availability is growing as the category does. For a rundown of the options, see the best sparkling coconut waters, or read what sparkling coconut water is for the full picture.

The takeaway.

Carbonated coconut water is just coconut water with fizz, the same drink as sparkling coconut water. The good ones keep it simple: real coconut water, real flavour, no added sugar and no sweeteners.