GREEN COCONUT

WATER PROCESSING

Presented by:

Ms. Ulanda Thomas

Woodford Hill, Dominica

Coconut Water has been traditionally consumed as a

refreshing beverage in Dominica.

Growing consumer interest continues to broaden its

market opportunities.

These growing market opportunities have demanded

that coconut water be accessible in a more convenient

on-the-go format.

This have led to the sale of the Coconut Water in a

bottle format with NO added preservatives.

Young Green / Yellow

Coconut from Dwarf Palms

Harvesting of Fresh Young

Coconut

Washing and Sanitation

Cutting

Collection of Coconut

Water

Filling in bottle and

capping

Storage and Distribution

Distribution

Selection of Young Coconut

(No cracks, holes, or other defects)

Transported to Local

Market

De- husking and Cutting

Machette Green coconut

Funnel

Plastic Bottles

Basin

Strainer

Cooler

Jug

In Maintaining the best quality of Green Coconut

Water:

• Fresh young green coconuts are selected

• Processing activities take place in a clean and insect-

free environment

• ALL Tools and Equipment's MUST be sanitized.

• Green coconut water is stored properly in a refrigerator

at the right temperature

Assessing Quality INCLUDES:

Observing the Appearance of the

Coconut

Carefully noting the smell and color

of the Water

Coconut WaterBottled & SOLD Instantly

Bottled and sealed right after cutting. Stored in a

cooler with ice

Packaging: Plastic Bottles

Shelf Life: Up to 7 days in the refrigerator

In order to meet the challenges

associated with the relatively short

shelf life of Green Coconut Water,

we ensure that the Green coconut

water is stored properly at all

times. This enhances its shelf life

to 7-8 days, allowing the

consumers to have a good,

refreshing drink.

In Dominica, Green Coconut

Water is a product that sells it

self. So standing by the road

with a sign “ Get your Coconut

Water” or Selling directly on

the local market on a regular

basis.

Marketed as a

Healthy Energy Drink

Coconut Water On-The-Go

Coconuts being sold at the market must not be exposed to sun.

Coconuts must be kept cool and Quality should be assessed before selling to customer

Customers have the option of drinking from a straw

Young Green

Coconut

( brought from

local farmers or

picked from tree)

Coconut Water

( Direct Consumption)

Process & Package

Coconut Water

with various

flavors

Bottled Coconut

Water (Not

Processed)

End Market

Local Fresh Water

Natural Drink