

The Coconut Water Reinvented for Modern Life
Hydration used to be simple. Fill a bottle, get on with the day. But as life has become busier and more demanding, people are increasingly looking for drinks that do more than just quench thirst. Something clean, functional and easy to reach for whether you’re heading to work, the gym, school pickup or a long afternoon outdoors.
That’s where CocoGen enters the conversation, launching in Australia as the world’s first functional organic coconut water and quietly redefining what hydration can look like in everyday life.
Rather than positioning itself as an extreme sports drink or a wellness niche product, CocoGen sits comfortably in the middle. It’s designed for modern, active lifestyles where hydration needs to support energy, recovery and wellbeing without unnecessary additives or sugar overload.
Why functional hydration is having a moment

People are more label-aware than ever. Sugar content matters. Ingredient lists matter. And drinks that feel overly processed or artificially boosted are losing their appeal. Coconut water has long been seen as a natural alternative, but many options on shelves are diluted, made from concentrate or lack meaningful nutritional benefit.
CocoGen closes that gap by starting with organic coconut water sourced from Vietnam and enhancing it with targeted functional ingredients. It’s not made from concentrate and delivers 25% more electrolytes than leading coconut water brands, while containing 17% less sugar and calories per 100ml than conventional options.
For anyone trying to stay hydrated through long, hot days or physically demanding routines, that balance makes a noticeable difference.
Three blends designed for real life
CocoGen launches with three formulations, each designed to meet a different everyday need without overcomplicating things.
CocoGen + Electrolytes is positioned as a natural sports drink alternative, delivering five essential electrolytes to support hydration during warm weather, busy schedules and post-exercise recovery.
CocoGen + Magnesium includes 700mg of magnesium sourced from North Atlantic seawater, supporting muscle relaxation, recovery and mood, particularly useful during high-stress weeks or physically demanding periods.
CocoGen + Collagen contains 5g of hydrolysed collagen peptides sourced from Germany and certified halal and kosher, supporting skin, hair and joint health without needing to add another supplement into the mix.
All three are housed in a 500ml bottle that feels just as at home in a gym bag as it does in a work tote or backpack.
How it fits into everyday routines
We’ve had the chance to try CocoGen across different parts of the day, and the Electrolytes version has been a standout. It’s been an easy grab for hot, sunny school days, post-workout hydration and long afternoons on the go. Light, refreshing and not overly sweet, it works just as well in a lunchbox as it does after exercise or during busy workdays, making it one of those rare drinks that genuinely fits across ages and lifestyles.
That versatility is where CocoGen feels most relevant. It doesn’t ask you to change your routine, it simply slots into it.
A lifestyle-first take on wellness

CocoGen was co-founded by Damon Gorrie, who previously worked on global campaigns for brands like Pepsi before identifying a gap in the market for a premium coconut water that combined performance, organic quality and great taste.
Instead of leaning into the typical tropical or “health drink” aesthetic, CocoGen’s sleek metallic silver packaging signals something different. It’s designed to feel contemporary and lifestyle-led, reflecting how people actually move through their days, from workouts to work to social plans.
Where sourcing matters
CocoGen’s coconuts are sourced from Ben Tre province in Vietnam, known as the country’s coconut capital. The brand partners with local farming families across 7,500 hectares of certified organic farms, using organic fertilisers and bio-pesticides only.
Each coconut is harvested within 50 kilometres of the factory to maintain freshness and minimise processing, a detail that increasingly matters to consumers paying attention to how products are made, not just how they taste.
The takeaway
Functional drinks don’t need to be complicated to be effective. CocoGen’s approach is simple: organic coconut water, enhanced with purposeful ingredients, designed for modern life. Whether you’re managing busy days, staying active, or just trying to hydrate better without the sugar hit, this new generation of coconut water offers a smarter alternative.
CocoGen is available online via Amazon nationally, through select premium retailers on the east coast or by visiting www.drinkcocogen.com
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