Discover the ingredient
King Coconut is a distinctive Sri Lankan coconut type known for its golden shell, tender jelly and naturally sweet, refreshing water. It sits at the heart of ORAVELA as a familiar foundation considered with purpose.
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King Coconut
A distinctive Sri Lankan natural refreshment.
Natural hydration Light & refreshing Naturally electrolytes Rooted in Sri Lanka
Sensory profile
Aroma: Fresh / Delicate / Tropical
Taste: Light / Gently Sweet / Refreshing
Finish: Soft / Clean / Light
What research shows
Research indicates that maturity affects physical, chemical and sensory characteristics. ORAVELA treats these findings as ingredient knowledge, not as proof of finished-product effect.
Natural composition
Water: ~94%Natural sugars: ~2.5-3.5%Potassium: ~250-300 mg/100 mlSodium: ~10-20 mg/100 mlMagnesium: ~15-25 mg/100 ml
Values vary with maturity, season and growing conditions.
Botanical heritage
An integral part of Sri Lankan coastal and inland life, King Coconut has long been enjoyed for generations as a natural source of refreshment and nourishment in everyday life and traditional food culture.
Sources & references
KC-R01
Jayasinghe et al. (2023). Journal of the National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka, 51(2), 273-285.
Maturity, physicochemical change, water content, sugar/mineral variation and sensory preference.
View SourceKC-R02
Jayasinghe and Hewajulige (2021). Sri Lanka Journal of Food and Agriculture, 7(1), 9-12.
Sri Lankan context, identity, varieties, quality, maturity and handling.
View SourceKC-R03
Yong et al. (2009). Molecules, 14(12), 5144-5164.
General coconut-water chemistry, including water-dominant composition, sugars and minerals.
View SourceResearch transparency
ORAVELA distinguishes traditional context, sensory description, scientific research and product facts. References are provided so readers can explore the original sources.