Coco Loco vs Fellr: Australia's Brewed Hard Seltzer Showdown
Fellr and Coco Loco are two of Australia's most recognised hard seltzer brands, and both are brewed rather than spirit-mixed. But the similarities end there. We break down the real differences on nutrition, ingredients, production method, flavour, price, and availability to help you decide which one belongs in your fridge.
The Key Difference: What's in the Base
Both brands brew their seltzer rather than mixing pre-made spirits into carbonated water. That already puts them in a different league from most of the hard seltzer category. But their base ingredients are fundamentally different.
Fellr brews from a neutral base, creating a clean alcoholic liquid that's then flavoured with natural ingredients. The result is a crisp, light drink with minimal residual sugar.
Coco Loco brews from real coconut water. The coconut water itself ferments to produce the alcohol, which means the coconut character, the naturally occurring electrolytes, and the subtle sweetness aren't added afterwards. They're part of the base liquid.
It's the difference between a drink that's flavoured like something and a drink that's made from something. Both are valid approaches, but they produce genuinely different drinking experiences.
Nutrition Comparison: Fellr Calories vs Coco Loco
| Metric | Coco Loco (330ml) | Fellr (330ml) |
|---|---|---|
| ABV | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Calories | 101 | 83 |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.2g |
| Carbohydrate | 1.7g | Not published |
| Gluten-free | Yes | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes | Yes |
| Natural electrolytes | Yes (257mg potassium per can, from coconut water) | No |
| Base ingredient | Real coconut water | Brewed neutral base |
On energy, Coco Loco is 101 calories (422 kJ) per 330ml can and Fellr is 83. On sugar the order reverses: Fellr declares 0.2g per can, Coco Loco declares 0g, which is what lets the can carry a No Sugar claim. Both sit well below most beers (typically 130 to 180 calories) and ciders (150 to 200+ calories).
Coconut water arrives with its own sugars, and fermentation is exactly what converts those sugars into alcohol, so none of the sweetness survives into the finished can. What does survive is the mineral content. That's why Coco Loco delivers naturally occurring electrolytes (potassium and sodium) while Fellr doesn't. On calories, Coco Loco is the higher of the two, 101 a can against Fellr's 83, and there is no point dressing that up. It is still not the number to decide on. The differences that actually matter sit elsewhere: sugar, where Coco Loco declares 0g and carries a No Sugar claim; the brewing base, real coconut water rather than a neutral one; and the 257mg of potassium that comes through with it. If you would rather drink something built on a whole ingredient, and take the minerals that come with it, that is the trade you are making.
Flavour Range
Fellr offers a broader lineup, including Dry & Lime, Watermelon, Passionfruit, Lime & Soda, and Pineapple & Coconut. They've also expanded into cocktail seltzers (like the 6.5% Watermelon Margarita) and a non-alcoholic range called Fellr Free.
Coco Loco currently offers two variants, both built on the same real coconut water foundation:
- Piña Colada: tropical, bright, the original flagship
- Passion Spritz: tangy and aromatic
Fellr wins on variety. Coco Loco's narrower range reflects a deliberate focus: every variant starts from real coconut water, which gives the range a distinctive depth and consistency that you don't get when the base is neutral.
Production and Provenance
Both brands are Australian-made, which already sets them apart from imported seltzers like White Claw. Fellr is based in Sydney. Coco Loco is brewed in regional Victoria.
Fellr has scaled rapidly into retail distribution and is widely available through Dan Murphy's, BWS, Coles, and independent bottle shops nationally.
Coco Loco sells primarily direct-to-consumer through our online store, with growing availability through independent retailers and on-premise venues across Australia. Coco Loco is the world's only brewed alcoholic coconut water.
Price Comparison
Fellr typically retails around $18 to $22 for a 4-pack through major chains. Coco Loco's pricing varies by pack size, with the per-can price improving significantly for larger packs. Visit our store for the latest. Both sit in the premium RTD bracket, well above mass-market pre-mixed drinks.
Who Should Choose Which?
Choose Fellr if: You prefer a wider range of flavours and formats, want a cocktail-strength or non-alcoholic option from the same brand, or want to grab a pack from a major chain retailer on your way home.
Choose Coco Loco if: You want a drink made from a real ingredient rather than a neutral base, value naturally occurring electrolytes from coconut water, prefer supporting a small-batch Australian producer, or you're looking for a hard seltzer that genuinely tastes different from everything else in the category.
How Both Compare to the Rest of the Market
The Australian hard seltzer market also includes spirit-mixed options like Good Tides and imported brands like White Claw. What sets Fellr and Coco Loco apart is that both are brewed, not spirit-mixed, which is a fundamentally different production method. If you're interested in understanding why that matters, our guide to what a seltzer actually is covers the full spectrum.
For those watching calorie intake specifically, our breakdown of low-calorie alcoholic drinks puts hard seltzers in context alongside wine, spirits, and beer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Fellr vs Coco Loco?
On energy, Coco Loco is 101 calories (422 kJ) per 330ml can and Fellr is 83. Both are 4% ABV. On sugar the order reverses: Fellr declares 0.2g per can and Coco Loco declares 0g. What the coconut water base changes is everything else in the can, including the naturally occurring electrolytes Coco Loco carries through from it. Both are lower in calories than most beers and ciders.
Is Fellr brewed or spirit-mixed?
Fellr is brewed, not spirit-mixed. Coco Loco is also brewed. However, Fellr brews from a neutral base while Coco Loco brews from real coconut water. Both approaches are genuine brewing, but the base ingredients create very different drinks.
Which Australian hard seltzer has the most natural ingredients?
Coco Loco is the world's only brewed alcoholic coconut water. The coconut water base means the drink contains naturally occurring electrolytes and genuine coconut character without relying on added flavouring for those elements. Fellr uses all-natural ingredients and flavours but starts from a neutral brewed base rather than a whole-food ingredient.
Where can I buy Fellr and Coco Loco?
Fellr is widely available through Dan Murphy's, BWS, Coles, and independent retailers. Coco Loco ships direct to your door Australia-wide via our online store and is available through select independent retailers and venues.
Try It Yourself
Numbers tell part of the story, but taste tells the rest. Order a pack of Coco Loco and discover what a hard seltzer brewed from real coconut water actually tastes like. We ship Australia-wide with fast delivery.