What is Virgin Coconut Oil? Virgin coconut oil has suddenly become a highly trending superfood in the United Kingdom. This miraculous oil is extracted from the kernel of coconuts, utilizing an old-fashioned, time-honoured technique without the use of any chemicals or solvents. It is cold-pressed from the oil-rich meat of fresh coconuts and is unrefined, yet retains all of its natural nutrients, aroma, and flavour. The oil is termed “virgin” because it is extracted from a fresh coconut, rather than a dried copra.