Though carbonated soft drinks are often chosen to accompany a piece of pizza, aficionados of fruit juices understand that a thoughtfully selected juice can greatly enhance the pizza dining experience. At ForkShelter, we've partnered with connoisseurs in the area to devise juice pairing recommendations that perfectly accentuate our menu items. Enjoying your meal in-house or at home, these suggestions will aid in the selection of the ideal juice to go with your preferred pizza variety.
Timeless Margherita: Tomato Basil Juice or Pomegranate Fusion
A quintessential Margherita pizza, with its pure flavors of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, demands a juice that doesn't overwhelm these nuances. A self-made tomato basil juice provides the same fresh tanginess as the tomatoes on the pizza while pairing well with the cheese. On the flip side, a milder pomegranate fluid introduces sophisticated red fruit tones that heighten the tomato's sweetness and sync with basil's fresh herbal note.
Our specific recommendation: Our Margherita is delightful when combined with our exclusive Tomato Basil Cooler or, if preferred sweeter, a regionally-acquired Pomegranate Blueberry mixture.
Hearty Pepperoni and Meat Lovers: Spicy Cherry or Blackcurrant
Pizzas that are laden with savory cured meats such as pepperoni or prosciutto demand juices with a robust body and a hint of spice which can stand their ground against the intense flavors. Spicy cherry juice balances fruity sweetness with a kick of spice that complements the meats' salt and heat. Blackcurrant juice is another superb choice, offering ripe dark fruit scents and a refreshingly tart finish that slices through the meat's richness.
Our specific recommendation: Our clients are particularly fond of our in-house made Spicy Cherry Elixir or the Organic Blackcurrant Supreme with our Meat Feast pizza.
Mushroom and Truffle Delight: Beetroot or Forest Berry
For pizzas graced with the rich, savory notes of mushrooms and truffle, juices that can echo this earthiness are ideal. Beetroot juice, light yet rich, aligns with the hearty mushroom flavors, its slight sweetness balancing out the savory aspect. For something different, try a forest berry amalgam that brings out complex berry flavors mirroring the earthy notes of the pizza.
Our specific recommendation: Sample our Wild Mushroom pizza with Cold-Pressed Beetroot Juice or the Wild Forest Berry Medley.
Seafood Symphony: Citrus Burst or Sea Buckthorn
For pizzas adorned with seafood such as prawns or clams, crisp juices with a hint of minerality prove to be an ideal match. A citrus medley refreshes the palate and emphasizes the fresh taste of the seafood, while a Sea Buckthorn selection provides an amazing combination of tropical flavors and slight sharpness that doesn't overpower the delicate seafood tastes.
Our specific recommendation: Our Mediterranean Seafood pizza perfectly complements our Citrus Burst or Organic Sea Buckthorn Nectar.
Garden Vegetable Supreme: Green Detox or Cucumber Melon
The diverse flavor palette of a vegetable-laden pizza aligns well with versatile, herb-infused juices. A green detox juice intermingled with spinach, celery, and apple resembles and amplifies the fresh taste of bell peppers, artichokes, and other veggies. The subtle and refreshing Cucumber Melon juice presents a slight body that supports the various vegetable textures without dominating them.
Our specific recommendation: Our Garden Harvest pizza has an ideal companion in our Daily Green Detox or the cool Cucumber Melon Refresh.
Four Cheese Indulgence: Creamy Almond or Effervescent Apple
The decadence of a four-cheese pizza necessitates a juice that either complements or contrasts its flavor profile. A smooth almond milk carries nutty undertones that enrich the cheese's similar qualities. Alternatively, a fizzy apple juice cuts through the cheese's creaminess with effervescence and tartness, all the while carrying a fruitiness that serves as a tasty contrast to the savory cheese blend.
Our specific recommendation: Our Quattro Formaggi pizza pairs exquisitely with Vanilla Almond Milk or a Bubbly Apple Crisp.
Fiery Pizzas: Mango Lassi or Ginger Turmeric
Confronted with pizzas that feature hot spices, chili, or fiery sauces, soothing creamy or zesty juices provide relief. A Mango Lassi cools the taste buds and its rich texture is calming between bites. Alternatively, Ginger Turmeric juice stands up to the heat with its own spicy profile and presents a contrast in flavor as well as offers health benefits.
Our specific recommendation: Our Fiery Diavola pizza meets its match with a Home-Blended Mango Lassi or the Firefly Ginger Turmeric Boost.
Sweet Dessert Pizza: Berry Smoothie or Chocolate Almond
For those willing to delve into our Nutella and fruit-topped dessert pizzas, sweet smoothies or drinks are a must. A mixed berry smoothie complements a fruit-adorned dessert pizza, while a chocolate almond drink forms a divine pairing with chocolate and hazelnut spreads. The key lies in choosing a beverage as sweet as, if not sweeter than, the dessert pizza itself.
Our specific recommendation: Our Nutella and Strawberry Dessert Pizza is divinely matched with a Triple Berry Blast or Rich Chocolate Almond Milk.
Advice for Pairing Pizza with Juice
- Focus on the pizza's prominent flavor, rather than the type of crust or sauce alone
- Juices with high acidity are typically a good match with tomato-based pizzas, reflecting the natural acidity of tomatoes
- Carbonated juices are adaptable and can complement almost any pizza style
- Engage in experimentation as unexpected pairings can lead to delightful taste experiences
At ForkShelter, we've enlarged our juice variety to include many of these advised pairings. Our staff is ever-ready to suggest the perfect juice match for your pizza pick. For those who like variety, we also present juice flights, allowing you to sample three distinct juices with your meal.
Remember that while these guidelines serve as a roadmap to perfect pairings, personal taste always takes precedence. The ultimate juice pairing for your pizza is simply the one that gratifies your palate the most!