Maple Water vs. Coconut Water: What's the Difference?
Coconut water paved the way for "plant waters." Maple water comes from our own forests. Both are natural, refreshing drinks, but they are far from identical. Here is how they compare.
Where do they come from?
Maple water is the sap of the sugar maple. It is harvested for a few weeks each spring by tapping trees that stay standing and keep growing. Maple 3's maple water comes from Quebec sugar bushes. See how it's harvested →
Coconut water is the liquid found inside young green coconuts. It is produced in tropical regions, mainly in Asia and Latin America, then imported to North America.
The comparison, by the numbers
| Per 375 ml | Maple 3 Pure maple water | Plain coconut water* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35 | ≈ 68 |
| Sugars | 9 g (natural) | ≈ 15 g |
| Minerals | 46 naturally occurring nutrients, including minerals | Naturally present |
| Organic | Always certified organic | Depends on the brand |
| Ingredients | Just one: organic maple water, nothing added | Sometimes added sugar or flavours |
| Origin | Canadian sugar bushes | Tropical regions |
* Ready-to-drink unsweetened coconut water: values calculated from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID 174831), rounded. Values vary by brand; always check the Nutrition Facts table. Maple 3 Pure: product Nutrition Facts table.
Key takeaways
- Calories and sugars: for the same 375 ml serving, Maple 3 Pure maple water has 35 calories, about half as many as plain coconut water (≈ 68 calories), and 9 g of natural sugars versus about 15 g.
- Minerals: both naturally contain minerals and electrolytes, in different types and amounts. Maple water also naturally contains 46 nutrients.
- Taste: coconut water has a pronounced nutty taste. Maple water is very light, barely sweet, with a delicate maple note. It doesn't taste like syrup.
- Origin: Maple 3 maple water is harvested in Quebec, while coconut water travels thousands of kilometres to get here.
Read the label
Not all coconut waters are equal: some contain added sugar or flavours. The same goes for maple waters. Maple 3 Pure has just one ingredient: organic maple water, filtered and pasteurized, with no added sugar.
What about sports?
If you're looking for a hydration drink for training, Maple 3 Sports is made with organic maple water, a touch of salt and natural flavours, with no added sugar or colouring. Discover Maple 3 Sports →
More questions? See our FAQ or read 6 benefits of maple water. Discover Maple 3 Pure →
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