We know all about the difference between coconut milk and cream but lately we’ve been hearing lots of people talk about coconut water and juice. What are they, exactly, and is there a difference between them? And does it matter whether you buy it in a bottle, carton, can, or shell? The short answer is no, there is no real difference between coconut water and coconut juice. 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.” Besides drinking it straight up, coconut water/juice may be used in a variety of recipes.