they are in season (somewhere, maybe the phillipines)..anyways, we get them at the local asian market for about a dollar each. come back from some hot weather physical activities, and nothing quenches a thirst like coconut water. lots of good stuff in there, and from what i can tell, essentially fat free. more potassium than bananas, and electrolytes for days. perfect PH. good stuff. you guys get them in your area? i'm getting better at cracking them opened..a cheap cleaver helps.