Once Upon a Coconut Now Available at Gelson's Markets Across Southern California

ORLANDO, Fla., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Once Upon a Coconut, the coconut water brand known for its great taste and electrolyte-rich beverages, is now available at select Gelson's Markets across Southern California. This partnership marks a milestone for the brand, aligning with Gelson's mission to deliver top-quality products and an elevated customer experience. Shoppers can now enjoy that commitment firsthand with Once Upon a Coconut's Premium, Watermelon, Pineapple, and Chocolate flavors.

"Gelson's sets the standard, and Once Upon a Coconut coconut water is here to meet it — one can at a time," said John Chiorando, CEO. "This is what upgrading everyday hydration looks like."

Once Upon a Coconut's flavors are made with real ingredients, natural electrolytes, and no artificial sugars. From Watermelon to Pineapple to Chocolate, each can delivers a refreshing, premium hydration experience without compromising on taste.

This launch at Gelson's is part of Once Upon a Coconut's growing retail expansion, which also includes shelf presence at CVS, Whole Foods, and Sprouts Farmers Market. The partnership with Gelson's strengthens the brand's reach in California, delivering bold, refreshing beverages that raise the bar for everyday hydration.

About Once Upon a Coconut
Once Upon a Coconut is a premium coconut water brand dedicated to delivering refreshing, natural hydration while making a positive community impact. Launched in 2020, the brand sources young green coconuts from Vietnam and packages them in eco-friendly slim aluminum cans to promote sustainability. Available in six delicious flavors—Premium, Pineapple, Chocolate, Watermelon, Blueberry, and Energy—Once Upon a Coconut can be found in over 6,000 retail stores nationwide, on Amazon, and through its official website.

As a mission-driven company, Once Upon a Coconut donates 10% of profits from each case sold to nonprofits such as the Down Syndrome Foundation of Florida and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Through its Greenspark partnership, the brand plants a tree for every case sold, contributing to environmental sustainability.

Once Upon a Coconut is backed by prominent investors, including Shark Tank's Daymond John; NFL stars Rob Gronkowski and Ronnie Stanley; St. Louis Cardinals Manager Oliver Marmol; and Health & Wellness Board members Gary Brecka and Ben Greenfield.

Contact: Destiny John (919) 605-2116

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