Traditionally, many have paired pizza with soda, but those who love juices understand that the ideal juice can uplift the pizza devouring moment to another level. At PepperOnionJam, we've teamed up with local connoisseurs to develop juice pairing proposals that impeccably match our pizzas. No matter if you're sitting down at our locale or savoring takeaway, these suggestions will guide you to select the optimal juice for your preferred pizza variant.
Classic Margherita: Tomato Basil Juice or Pomegranate Blend
A Margherita pizza's humble ingredients—ripe tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil—demand a juice that doesn't dominate these subtle tastes. A self-prepared tomato basil juice introduces a vivacious tartness that goes hand in hand with the tomatoes while offering a robustness to hold its own against the cheese's richness. On the flip side, an airy pomegranate mix introduces refined notes of red berries that bring out the tomato's natural sweetness and play well with the fragrant basil.
Our specific recommendation: We highly recommend trying our signature Margherita alongside our bespoke Tomato Basil Cooler or, for a touch of sweetness, an area-sourced Pomegranate Blueberry concoction.
Pepperoni and Meat Lovers: Spiced Cherry or Blackcurrant
For pizzas brimming with cured meats such as pepperoni or sausage, choose juices with a weight and zest that can confront their robust flavors. A Spiced cherry juice, flooding with berry-like flavors and a zesty kick, harmonizes with the salinity and fieriness of meat toppings. Alternatively, blackcurrant juice brings forth lush dark berry notes and a tart finish that slices through the meat's sumptuousness.
Our specific recommendation: Patrons particularly enjoy our in-house Spiced Cherry Elixir or Organic Blackcurrant Supreme with the Meat Lovers pizza.
Mushroom and Truffle: Beetroot or Forest Berry
Mushrooms and truffles imbued with earthy, savory flavors pair well with juices that share similar characteristics. Beetroot juice, with its mild earthy whiffs, makes an excellent complement to mushroom flavors, its natural sweetness mitigates the richness. A forest berry mixture fits faultlessly, as its intricate berry flavoring accentuates the earthiness of the pizza.
Our specific recommendation: Experience our Wild Mushroom pizza with a glass of freshly Cold-Pressed Beetroot Juice or Wild Forest Berry Medley.
Seafood Pizza: Citrus Splash or Sea Buckthorn
Crisp juices with a mineral essence are idyllic mates for pizzas topped with prawns or clams. A citrus concoction provides a zestful coolness that lifts the seafood's flavors, with soaring notes that buoy up the overall dining experience. Sea buckthorn juice is also an exemplary selection, with pronounced acidity and a tropical nuance, complemented by just a hint of tartness that suits delicate seafood flawlessly.
Our specific recommendation: Our Mediterranean Seafood pizza is harmoniously paired with Citrus Splash or Organic Sea Buckthorn Nectar.
Vegetable Supreme: Green Detox or Cucumber Melon
Veggie-topped pizzas showcase a range of tastes which benefit from adaptable juices infused with herbal nuances. A green detox juice packed with spinach, celery, and apple reflects and amplifies the flavors of bell peppers and artichokes. Conversely, the subtle freshness of cucumber melon juice with its featherlight body stands up to the veggies' diverse textures without overshadowing them.
Our specific recommendation: Our Garden Harvest pizza forms a perfect bond with Daily Green Detox or Chilled Cucumber Melon Refresh.
Four Cheese Pizza: Creamy Almond or Sparkling Apple
A four-cheese pizza's indulgence suggests either a harmonizing or contrasting juice pairing approach. A mellow almond milk provides synergistic nutty tones complementary to the cheese medley, while a fizzy apple juice offers contrast with its bubbles and tartness cutting the pizza's decadence as its fruity essence provides a delectable balance to the savory cheeses.
Our specific recommendation: Our Quattro Formaggi pizza goes splendidly alongside Vanilla Almond Milk or a Sparkling Apple Crisp.
Spicy Pizzas: Mango Lassi or Ginger Turmeric
For pizzas laced with fiery ingredients like chili, spiced sausage, or zesty honey, soothing or warm juices provide a comfort. Mango lassi brings a cooling sensation while its creamy body buffers between bites. A ginger turmeric concoction remains strong against the heat while presenting intriguing flavor contrasts and offering healthful anti-inflammatory properties.
Our specific recommendation: Our Spicy Diavola finds its match in a Homemade Mango Lassi or Firefly Ginger Turmeric Tonic.
Dessert Pizza: Berry Smoothie or Chocolate Almond
Those daring to sample our sweet pizzas like Nutella and fruit varieties require complementary juices. A mixed berry smoothie suits fruit-topped pizzas, whereas a chocolate almond milk is an exquisite complement to chocolate and hazelnut spreads. It is crucial that the accompanying drink matches the dessert's sweetness.
Our specific recommendation: Our Nutella and Strawberry Dessert Pizza pairs divinely with a Triple Berry Blast or Dark Chocolate Almond Milk.
Tips for Pizza and Juice Pairing
- Focus on the pizza's dominant taste, not only its crust or sauce
- Acidic juices typically marry well with tomato-based pizzas, courtesy of the tomato's inherent acidity
- Sparkling juices offer great versatility and can accompany nearly any pizza
- Embrace experimentation—unexpected combinations can forge the most memorable dining experiences
At PepperOnionJam, we're proud to present an expansive selection of these recommended juice complements. Our staff is eager to suggest the perfect juice to pair with your pizza of choice. We also provide the option of juice flights, allowing you the chance to taste a trio of different juices alongside your meal.
Keep in mind that while these pointers can steer you in the direction of agreeable combinations, personal taste is sovereign. The most excellent juice to have with your pizza is the one that you find most delightful!