Wet milled coconut oil is produced from wet coconuts in much the same way as cream is made from milk. The fresh coconuts are shelled and passed through a cold press to obtain the coconut milk which is spun at high speeds and separated from the water so that the oil can be collected from the top.
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My Note: I personally think it is true, the claim that when you start consuming Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil, you start “feeling” better. For me it was quite noticeable, so I think there is definitely something to the advantages of this traditional way of producing coconut oil, and taking in the high level of nutrients and antioxidants in it. The oil is not cheap, but I HIGHLY suggest trying it for six months to see what happens!!!
Since the dried coconut (desiccated coconut) industry is well established in coconut producing countries, many of these industries have added virgin coconut oil to their product line. This is the most common type of “virgin” or “extra virgin” coconut oil that you will find online and in stores today. It is mass-produced. (see Tropical Traditions Green Label Virgin Coconut Oil)
Steam is used to deodorize the oil, and the oil is typically filtered through (bleaching) clays to remove impurities. Sodium hydroxide is generally used to remove free fatty acids and prolong shelf life. This is the most common way to mass-produce coconut oil. Modern methods may also use chemical solvents to extract all the oil from the copra for higher yields.
Traditionally made virgin coconut oils that use heat in the process, even high levels of heat such as boiling the coconut milk to completely separate the oil (a method we do not use), not only does not harm the oil, but actually promotes the antioxidants to become dispersed in the oil.
**Drying time and or heating time are inversely proportional to temperature. For example, to dry fresh coconut at low temperature will take 24+ hours to remove sufficient moisture. To dry quickly within 2 hours will require a very high temperature and therefore quick drying cannot produce a raw or even minimally heated virgin coconut oil.
Copra oil mill plant. Coconut meat oil making and refining. Dried coconut oil exaction plant
FAQ
What is the wet process of coconut oil?
What are the methods of processing coconut oil?
What are the stages of coconut oil production?
How to make virgin coconut oil using the wet mill method?
Below is a detailed explanation of how to make virgin coconut oil using the wet mill method: 1. Start by selecting fresh coconuts and breaking them open to remove the white meat inside. You can use a coconut grater or knife to extract the meat from the shell. The finer the texture, the easier it will be to extract the milk. 2.
What is boiling the coconut method?
Boiling the Coconut Boiling the coconut method is a traditional approach to extracting virgin coconut oil that involves heating coconut milk to separate the oil from the water content. Though simple, this method requires attention to ensure proper extraction and purity.
How is coconut oil made?
We’re going to present three methods of how coconut oil is made. Make your coconut oil at home using the boiling method, the cold process method, and the wet milling method. This is the most widely recognized method of making coconut oil. It involves using heat to separate the oil from its coconut meat.
How to make coconut oil at home?
Make your coconut oil at home using the boiling method, the cold process method, and the wet milling method. This is the most widely recognized method of making coconut oil. It involves using heat to separate the oil from its coconut meat. Lightly heating the oil ensures it doesn’t become rancid.