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Are you looking for a new way to quench your thirst? Are you tired of all the same boring drinks? Try making guava juice!
Here, we’ll explore how to make guava juice, the benefits of guava juice, and 3 delicious guava juice recipes.
Benefits Of Guava Juice
Guavas are packed with vitamins A, B, C, and K as well as minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, and iron. Guavas are loaded with antioxidants that help protect against free radicals.
Not only is guava juice delicious but it offers numerous health benefits as well such as boosting immunity, aiding digestion, and promoting healthy skin & hair growth. It also helps regulate blood pressure levels while providing energy due to its high carbohydrate content.
How To Make Guava Juice
Making guava juice is surprisingly easy.
- First, wash the guavas and cut them into small pieces. Place the pieces in a juicer or a blender and blend or juice until smooth.
- Next, strain the mixture through a sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl (if using a blender). Add sugar or honey to taste. You can also add lemon juice to give it a tart flavor if desired.
- Stir everything together until blended thoroughly, then pour into glasses.
You can also add other fruits like oranges or strawberries for an extra flavor kick.
Guava Juice Recipes
1. Passion Orange Guava Juice
This combines sweet passion orange with tart guavas for an irresistible mix of flavors.
- 1 cup passion fruit juice
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 cups freshly made guava juice
- 2 tablespoons of sugar (or honey)
Mix all four, then top with some ice cubes for an extra-cool treat!
2. Mango Guava Juice
This blends two tropical fruits for a delicious drink perfect for summertime sipping.
- 2 cups mango juice
- 2 cups freshly made guava juice
- Lemon or lime juice (optional)
- 2 tablespoons of sugar (or honey)
Mix mango juice with freshly made guava juice in equal parts then adds some lime or lemon juice for tartness if desired. Serve over lots of ice cubes for an icy cold treat!
3. Raspberry Guava Juice
This recipe adds a hit of tartness with raspberries to balance the sweetness of guava juice.
- 2 cups freshly made guava juice
- 1 cup raspberry juice
- 2 tablespoons of sugar (or honey)
Mix all three then pour into glasses and enjoy! You can also top it with some ice cubes for a cool, refreshing drink.
Guava Juice Variations
There are endless ways to customize your guava juice recipes. Try adding a bit of ginger for a spicy kick or mint for a refreshing twist.
- Apple Guava Juice: Use equal parts of freshly made guava juice and apple juice.
- Coconut Guava Juice: Combine equal parts of freshly made guava juice and coconut water.
- Banana Guava Juice: Mix equal parts of banana puree and freshly made guava juice.
- Pineapple Guava Juice: Blend equal parts of pineapple juice and freshly made guava juice.
- Strawberry Guava Juice: Combine equal parts of freshly made guava juice and strawberry juice.
Tips & Tricks
- To make a more flavorful guava juice, you can add other juices such as orange juice, grapefruit juice, or mango juice. You can also add a bit of lemon juice to give the guava juice a tart flavor if desired.
- If the guava juice is too tart for your taste, add a bit more sugar or honey. You can also use agave syrup or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter but healthier substitute.
- Guavas are high in pectin so the longer they steep in water, the thicker and more gelatinous your guava juice will be.
- If you want to make guava juice cocktails, just mix in some vodka, or rum for an adult twist.
Need a juicer or blender? Check out our buying guide articles for the best cold press juicers or the best glass blenders to make your juices.
There you have it—3 easy recipes with more variations to make your homemade guava juices. Get creative with these recipes today. Happy juicing!
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