First off, let me say this coconut milk powder has become my go-to coffee companion. That rich, slightly sweet coconut flavor transforms my morning brew into a tropical treat. It blends surprisingly smoothly - no grainy texture like some powdered creamers.
The convenience factor is huge. No more wasting half-used cans of liquid coconut milk! I've used it in curries, smoothies, and even baking with decent results. The 250g package lasts forever since you only need small amounts.
However - and this is a big however - the packaging is terrible. The 'resealable' bag might as well not be resealable at all. I had to transfer mine to an airtight container immediately.
The ingredient transparency issues others mentioned are real. The unexpected maltodextrin inclusion and lack of nutrition facts make it hard to track what you're actually consuming. When I emailed the company about sourcing, they were responsive but the China origin gave me pause.
For hot applications like coffee or cooked dishes, it performs well. But trying to reconstitute it for cold drinks? Forget about it - clumpy mess every time.
At $12-15 per bag, it's pricey compared to canned coconut milk gram-for-gram, but the shelf stability and portion control might justify the cost for some users.
Bottom line: A solid vegan option with noticeable quality-of-life improvements in the kitchen, but don't expect it to behave exactly like liquid coconut milk. If they improve the packaging and transparency, this would be a 5-star product.