In today's health-conscious market, plant-based protein drinks are surging in popularity, with coconut beverages leading the trend. At Neofoods, we've perfected a coconut drink that combines rich flavor with nutritional excellence. Here's an in-depth look at how we transform simple ingredients into a shelf-stable, protein-enriched coconut beverage that's fragrant but never greasy.
What Makes Our Coconut Beverage Unique?
Our signature coconut drink stands out through:
1. Dual-Source Coconut Cream
✓ Sourced from Southeast Asia and Hainan, China
✓ Strict 30%±2% fat content standard
✓ Year-round supply chain stability
2. Scientific Protein Enhancement
✓ 0.6% protein content from natural sources
✓ Sodium caseinate boosts protein quality while enhancing mouthfeel
3. Precision Stabilization
Proprietary stabilizer blend replaces single additives:
✓ Mono/di-glycerol fatty acid esters
✓ Microcrystalline cellulose
✓ Sucrose fatty acid esters
✓ Sodium stearyl lactylate
✓ Sodium carboxymethylcellulose
Eliminates trial-and-error in texture optimization
4. Clean-Label Sweetening
✓ 7% sugar content – 20% lower than industry average
✓ No artificial sweeteners or high-fructose corn syrup
The Production Process
Stage 1: Intelligent Ingredient Preparation
1. Weighting
✓ Laser-scale measurement (±0.01g accuracy)
✓ Pre-mixing of dry ingredients (stabilizers, sodium caseinate, sugar)
2. Hydration
✓ Dry mix incorporation into 75°C water
✓ High-shear mixing (10 mins at 2,500 RPM)
✓ Coconut cream addition (10 min slow agitation)
✓ Sodium bicarbonate integration (final 10 min phase)
✓ Technical Insight: The 75°C water temperature activates stabilizers while preventing protein denaturation.
Stage 2: Volume & Texture Optimization
3. Constant Volume
✓ Deionized water top-up to exact batch specifications
✓ pH adjustment to 6.8-7.2 for ideal stability
4. Two-Stage Homogenization
✓ 65-70°C pre-heating for viscosity control
✓ Low-pressure phase: 50 MPa (disperses fat globules)
✓ High-pressure phase: 200 MPa (prevents cream separation)
Stage 3: Sterilization & Packaging
5. UHT Sterilization
✓ 121°C for 15 seconds (commercial sterility)
✓ 5-log pathogen reduction while preserving nutrients
6. Flash Cooling & Filling
✓ Instant cooling to 20-25°C via plate heat exchangers
✓ Aseptic PET bottle packaging in ISO Class 5 environment
Ingredient Deep Dive
| Ingredients | Addition amoount |
| Coconut cream | 8.00% |
| Sodium Caseinate | 0.40% |
| Sugar | 7.00% |
| Stablizer blends | 0.30% |
| Sodium bicarbonate | 0.05% |
| Water | 84.25% |
Why This Formula Works:
✓ The 8% coconut cream delivers richness without overwhelming viscosity
✓ 0.3% stabilizer blend prevents sedimentation for 6+ months
✓ 7% sugar perfectly balances the coconut's natural nuttiness
Shelf Life Science
Our beverage maintains peak quality for 6 months at room temperature thanks to:
1. Microbial Control
✓ UHT processing destroys vegetative cells and spores
✓ Aseptic filling prevents recontamination
2. Oxidation Prevention
✓ Light-blocking bottles protect sensitive lipids
✓ Oxygen scavenger caps (optional)
3. Physical Stability
✓ Homogenization prevents cream layer formation
✓ Stabilizers inhibit protein aggregation
Sustainability in Every Sip
We're reducing our environmental footprint through:
1. Ingredient Sourcing
✓ RSPO-certified coconut suppliers
✓ Partner farms using intercropping systems
2. Production Efficiency
✓ 40% energy reduction via regenerative thermal UHT
✓ 95% water recycling in cleaning processes
3. Packaging
✓ 100% recyclable bottles
✓ 30% post-consumer recycled material
Why Choose Neofoods' Coconut Beverage?
For retailers:
✓ 6-month shelf life reduces shrink/waste
✓ Clean-label appeal drives premium positioning
For consumers:
✓ Smooth texture without gumminess
✓ Balanced sweetness (only 7g sugar per 100ml)
For the planet:
✓ Lower carbon footprint than dairy alternatives
✓ Sustainable coconut farming support
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