While soft drinks are traditionally enjoyed with pizza, those who favor juice have discovered that the ideal juice can take a pizza night to impressive new levels. At Crust & Craft Pizzeria, in collaboration with local connoisseurs, we have crafted juice recommendations that are the perfect match for our dishes. Whether consuming our meals at our locale or relishing them at your convenience, these tips will guide you to discover the optimal juice companion for your preferred type of pizza.
Traditional Margherita: Tomato Basil Juice or Pomegranate Mix
A classic Margherita pizza, with its signature fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, pairs well with a juice that doesn't overshadow these fine tastes. A tomato basil juice homemade brings a refreshing acid kick to match the tomato flavor while holding its own against the mozzarella. Alternatively, a pomegranate concoction provides subtle red fruit undertones that sweeten the tomato taste and flatter the basil.
Our specific recommendation: Our signature Tomato Basil Chiller or a locally-produced Pomegranate Blueberry mix perfectly matches our Margherita pizza.
Pepperoni and Meat Lovers: Spicy Cherry or Blackcurrant
For pizzas topped with savory meats like pepperoni or sausage, drinks with a robust body and a bit of kick are a great choice. A spicy cherry beverage, with its thick fruity taste and spicy kick, pairs excellently with the savory and spicy aspects of meat toppings. Alternatively, blackcurrant juice with its dark fruit taste and tart edge efficiently cuts through the meat's rich profile.
Our specific recommendation: Fans particularly relish pairing our house-crafted Spicy Cherry Nectar or Organic Blackcurrant Supreme with our Meat Lover's pizza.
Mushroom and Truffle: Beetroot or Forest Berry
The umami and earthy flavors of mushrooms and truffles demand juices with deep and matching profiles. Beetroot juice entertains with subtle earthy tones that marry well with the taste of mushrooms, and its inherent sweetness counterbalances the overall savoriness. A forest berry mix works wonders too, presenting an intricate berry flavor that resonates with the pizza's earthy essence.
Our specific recommendation: Our Wild Mushroom pizza is beautifully harmonized with a Cold-Pressed Beetroot Drink or a Wild Berry Forest Mix.
Seafood Pizza: Citrus Medley or Sea Buckthorn
Seafood-focused pizzas such as ones with prawns or clams go hand-in-hand with zesty juices that have mineral-like qualities. A citrus concoction refreshes and elevates the seafood flavor with bright overtones that illuminate the whole meal. Sea buckthorn juice boasts high acidity and tropical notes with just enough tartness, ensuring the seafood's delicate flavors are preserved.
Our specific recommendation: Our Seafood Special pizza pairs exquisitely with our Citrus Medley or Organic Sea Buckthorn Elixir.
Vegetable Supreme: Green Cleanse or Cucumber Melon
Pizzas adorned with a range of vegetables are enhanced by adaptable juices with a dash of herbal flavor. A green blend featuring spinach, celery, and perhaps apple enhances bell peppers, artichokes, and the like. Cucumber melon juice provides a subtle, mellow taste and a light consistency that respects the variety of vegetable textures without overshadowing them.
Our specific recommendation: Our Vegetable Medley pizza finds its bliss in a Daily Green Cleanse or a Cooling Cucumber Melon Sip.
Four Cheese Pizza: Creamy Almond or Fizzy Apple
The creaminess of a four-cheese pizza can be complemented or contrasted effectively. A creamy almond drink provides a nutty touch that highlights the cheese's own rich, nutty flavors. For those who prefer a contrast, a fizzy apple beverage, with its bubbles and tartness, cuts through the cheese's richness while adding a fruity contrast to the salty profile.
Our specific recommendation: Our Four Cheese Delight is wonderful when accompanied by a Smooth Almond Milk or a Bubbly Apple Zest.
Spicy Pizzas: Mango Smoothie or Ginger Turmeric
Spicy pizza varieties, decorated with fiery ingredients, are nicely counterbalanced by either creamy or zesty juices. A mango concoction cools down the heat and the creaminess provides comfort between bites. A ginger turmeric mix withstands the spice while offering an interesting flavor contrast along with healthful benefits.
Our specific recommendation: Our Fiery Special finds its soothing counterpart in a Homemade Mango Mix or a Zesty Ginger Turmeric Lift.
Dessert Pizza: Berry Whip or Chocolate Almond
For those bold enough to attempt our dessert pizzas like Nutella and fruit, sweet juices are a must. Mixed berry blends complement fruit-laden dessert pizzas, whereas chocolate almond milk forms a divine duo with Nutella and other chocolatey selections, ensuring the beverage's sweetness level is on par with the dessert.
Our specific recommendation: Our Strawberry and Nutella Delight is heavenly when paired with a Mixed Berry Whirl or a Decadent Chocolate Almond Brew.
Advice for Pizza and Juice Pairing
- Focus on the primary taste of the pizza, rather than simply the crust or sauce
- Generally, acidic juices go well with tomato-based pizzas due to the tomato's inherent acidity
- Bubbly juices are all-rounders that match with a wide variety of pizzas
- Be willing to try new combinations – sometimes the most unexpected matches are the most memorable
At Crust & Craft Pizzeria, we've curated our juice menu to encompass many of the pairings recommended above. Our knowledgeable team is ready to help you pick the flawless juice for your pizza. Plus, we offer juice flight trials where you can taste a trio of different juices with your meal.
Keep in mind that while these suggestions are a starting point for delightful pairings, your personal taste is the ultimate guide. The optimal juice for your pizza is the one you most enjoy sipping!