A pure, nutrient-dense trail fuel that supports long, fasted hikes by delivering healthy fats and sustained energy — no additives, just organic coconut perfection.
When you’re hiking for hours at high altitude, not all calories are created equal. Artisana Organics Raw Coconut Butter has become one of my go-to trail fuels — especially for TrailGenic™ autophagy hikes where efficiency, satiety, and metabolic flexibility matter most.
This isn’t coconut oil — it’s the whole coconut, including the fiber, ground into a silky butter. That means you get not only healthy fats for sustained energy, but also a touch of natural sweetness and texture that makes it satisfying without spiking blood sugar.
On long, fasted-state hikes, I’ve used just a packet of this coconut butter mid-hike to keep energy steady and mental clarity sharp. No crashes, no bloating, no digestive surprises. It’s also incredibly light to carry, takes up almost no space in the vest, and holds up in both heat and cold.
The flavor is pure and slightly sweet, with a creamy texture that feels indulgent even on a rugged summit. For me, it’s proof that “fuel” can also feel like a reward.
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Further reading: Fueling a Summit in a Fasted State -- The Science Behind Fat-First Performance.
Examples of summits tested: Mount Whitney, Mount Langley, Mount Charleston, and Mount San Gorgonio.