Coconut water v. juice?

Is there a difference? Not really...Both refer to the clear, slightly sweet and refreshing liquid found inside young  green coconuts. (Sometimes it also contains pulp or jelly.) Although coconut water/juice has long been enjoyed in tropical regions, it has only recently become all the rage in the US. Unlike coconut milk, the water/juice is fat free and low in calories. It's also full of electrolytes, such as potassium, and low in sodium, leading it to become known as "nature's sports drink."


I make a sports drink myself with it adding: Coconut water, a Nuun tablet, apple cider vinegar and some aloe vera juice. It's very satisfying after a workout.


Other ideas are: add it to rice when making sticky rice, use it in stir-frys, ice cream, and smoothies!
i.e. this vegan banana & PB smoothie!
i.e. this Black rice with coconut juice
i.e. this Vietnamese Chicken