Peach juice is sweet, simple, refreshing, and made with zero additives or refined sugars. All you'll need is fresh peaches! Whip up a batch in 5 minutes or less with the help of a blender.
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💛 Why you’ll love this recipe
- Healthy: Similar to strawberry juice and green juice, peach juice is an abundant source of vitamins and minerals like phosphorous, potassium, and calcium.
- Quick & easy: Contrary to popular belief, making juice at home couldn't be any easier! It takes just 5 minutes, and only requires a blender or food processor.
- Kid-friendly: Sweet and satisfying, peach juice is loved by kids and adults alike.
- Low cost: The ingredient list for peach juice contains just one ingredient, making it budget-friendly, especially when this fruit is in season.
If you love peach juice, you need to try making pitahaya agua fresca, watermelon water, iced hibiscus tea, or melon water.
🍑 What is peach juice?
Peach juice is simply made from 100% pure peaches that have been blended into liquid form. It contains no other ingredients, meaning it's completely free of refined sugars, additives, and preservatives.
Much like orange juice, peach juice can be served strained for a smooth texture, or unstrained for a boost of fiber. Both versions taste just as delicious and refreshing!
🤔 Is peach nectar the same as peach juice?
Often used interchangeably, peach juice and peach nectar are not quite the same. Unlike peach juice, peach nectar is made up of a combination of peaches, sweeteners, water, and an acid (such as lemon juice).
At a glance, there are several ways to distinguish the two:
- Color: 100% peach juice is made from just fruit, meaning its color is often much bolder than peach nectar, which is diluted with other ingredients.
- Consistency: Juice is often thinner than nectar. Yet, it is worth noting that some fruits such as pears and apricots are often only sold as nectars since they are too thick to serve as 100% juice.
- Ingredients: Pure peach juice should have just one ingredient on the label. If it contains water, sugar, and other additives, it's likely nectar.
📜 History
Now a popular social media trend, juice-making dates back all the way to 150 B.C. According to archaeologists, there are written records from a tribe in Israel, the Essenes. These records describe the process of mashing pomegranates and figs into a juice to be consumed for its health benefits.
As for modern-day juicing, Dr. Norman Walker is credited with inventing the first juicing machine using a hydraulic press to extract the juice. This invention allowed for the mass evolution of machines, both commercially and in homes.
Nowadays, drinking fruit juice remains a popular way to consume fruits and vegetables in order to reap their health benefits. The variety of flavors and combinations is endless!
🌱 Is peach juice vegan?
Pure peach juice contains nothing more than fresh peaches, making it completely vegan-friendly.
However, be sure to double-check the ingredient list of any store-bought juice as they sometimes contain additives that may not be compliant with a vegan diet.
🛒 Ingredients & substitutions
- Peaches: For the boldest, sweetest flavor, we recommend using fresh, in-season peaches. If possible, we also suggest buying organic and washing them well before use. If necessary, you can use frozen peaches, or swap them out for apricots or nectarines if you prefer.
For a complete ingredient list and step-by-step guide, scroll down to our recipe card.
📝 Instructions
Step 1: Wash the peaches
To begin, wash the peaches in cold water. Next, remove their pits, and roughly chop them into pieces. You can remove the skin from the peaches, but it's completely fine to leave it on. In fact, it helps add a boost of fiber to your juice!
Step 2: Blend the peaches
Discard the pits, and add all of the peach chunks to a high-speed blender, juicer, or food processor. Then, blend or pulse on high until a smooth consistency is reached.
Step 3: Strain & chill
If you prefer a thinner consistency, strain your peach juice through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer. Transfer the juice to a large mason jar to chill in the fridge, or serve it over ice immediately. Happy drinking!
If you have questions about making peach juice, check out our FAQs or leave a comment down below!
🍯 How do I make peach nectar?
To make peach nectar, follow the method above to make peach juice. Then, add a splash of lemon or lime juice, your favorite sweetener like maple syrup or agave, and water.
We recommend beginning with ½-1 teaspoon of lemon or lime juice and ½-1 tablespoon of sweetener to start with. Then, taste and adjust the ingredients to your preferences.
🌡️ Storage
If you have leftover peach juice, follow these storage tips to keep it cold and fresh:
- Fridge: To get the most bang for your buck nutritionally, it is best to drink peach juice right away. However, if you have leftovers, they can be stored in a glass jar or airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just be sure to give it a shake before drinking again as the juice may begin to separate.
- Freezer: Peach juice can be poured into ice cube trays and frozen for up to 6 months. Keep it in the tray, or pop the cubes in a freezer-safe container.
- Thaw: When you're ready to enjoy it, let the frozen juice thaw in the fridge overnight.
♻️ Variations
- Raspberry peach juice: The tart and tangy flavor of raspberries help balance out the sweetness of peaches.
- Spices: Add a hint of warmth to your juice with a pinch of cinnamon, ginger, or cardamom.
- Coconut milk: Thicken the consistency of your juice and create a creamy, tropical drink with the addition of coconut milk.
- Smoothie: Use fresh peach juice as the liquid base in your favorite morning smoothie.
- Spiked: Peach juice mixes well with champagne or prosecco to create a peach bellini.
- Tea: Combine it with brewed tea to make a refreshing peach iced tea beverage.
- Sauce: Add a tiny amount of peach juice to sauces and marinades for a fruity tang.
🧑🍳 Top tips
- Avoid bruised peaches: For the best juice, look for peaches that are slightly firm to the touch and free from any bruises or discoloration.
- Chill in advance: To avoid having to wait for your juice to cool, place your peaches in the fridge the night before making this recipe.
- Avoid canned fruit: Frozen peaches work fine, but you'll want to avoid canned varieties as they're packaged with syrup and sugars.
- Sweeten: If you prefer a sweeter juice, enhance the flavor by adding 1 tablespoon of your favorite sweetener at a time.
💬 FAQ
When included in a balanced diet, peaches can be great for weight loss as they are full of vitamins and minerals, low on the glycemic index, and contain fewer calories than other fruits.
Yes, this recipe works just as well with frozen peaches. Add an equal amount, and grind them into a liquid. If you have trouble getting the blade of your blender or food processor moving, you may need to add a splash of water.
If you prefer a super smooth consistency, you can peel your peaches. However, doing so isn't necessary and adds extra fiber!
Don't throw the stones away! Instead, use them to fortify your garden soil, create stone fruit vinegar, or make a glaze.
💦 More refreshing drinks
If you enjoy this peach juice, you won't want to miss out on these other refreshing drinks:
- Pineapple water: A 3-ingredient recipe that's sweet, tangy, and tropical.
- Agua de fresa: An incredibly refreshing recipe made from strawberries, water, and sweetener.
- Agua de limón: Lime-based agua fresca with fiber-packed chia seeds.
- Agua de guayaba: A creamy, floral, and fruity agua fresca made with guavas, water, and cane sugar.
📋 Recipe
Easy Peach Juice
Equipment
- Paring knife
- Cutting board
- Blender
Instructions
- First, wash the peaches in cold water. Pit and roughly cut the peaches, then add them to a high-speed blender. Blend on high until smooth.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, strain the mixture through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer.
- Transfer to a large mason jar to chill, or serve over ice immediately. Happy drinking!
Notes
- Avoid bruised peaches: For the best juice, look for peaches that are slightly firm to the touch and free from any bruises or discoloration.
- Chill in advance: To avoid having to wait for your juice to cool, place your peaches in the fridge the night before making this recipe.
- Avoid canned fruit: Frozen peaches work fine, but you'll want to avoid canned varieties as they're packaged with syrup and sugars.
- Sweeten: If you prefer a sweeter juice, enhance the flavor by adding 1 tablespoon of your favorite sweetener at a time.
- Nutritional information is a rough estimate and should not be taken as health advice.
- Recipe cost calculations are based on prices found in the top 5 U.S. grocery chains. As such, prices may vary based on your location. All prices are in USD.
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