While carbonated soft drinks have often been pizza's go-to pairing, juice aficionados are aware that an apt juice selection can lift a pizza meal to another level. At HillCrestView, in collaboration with local connoisseurs, we've curated juice pairings that idealize our pizza offerings. Whether you relish your pizza in-house or savor it at your abode, these curated recommendations will guide you in choosing the quintessential juice for your preferred pizza variant.
Classic Margherita: Juice of Tomato & Basil or a Pomegranate Fusion
The unassuming Margherita pizza, with its fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, deserves a juice that doesn't overshadow these subtle flavors. A handcrafted tomato basil concoction provides a zesty tanginess akin to the tomatoes, backed by a sturdy base that holds its own against the cheese. On the flip side, a gentle pomegranate blend brings out sweet syrupy tones of red fruits that amplify the tomato sweetness and match the green herb notes.
Our specific suggestion: Our in-house Tomato Basil Cooler or the regionally gathered Pomegranate Blueberry fusion is our top choice for accompanying our Margherita.
Pepperoni and Meat Lovers: Spicy Cherry or Blackcurrant
Pizzas laden with seasoned meats such as pepperoni, sausage, or bacon necessitate juices with sufficient depth and spice to contend with their full-bodied taste. A Spicy cherry concoction, with its lush fruity taste and a hint of spice, pairs brilliantly against the meats' saltiness and zest. Alternatively, bald currant juice with its deep, dark berry flavors and a tart finish is excellent, slicing through the fat of the meats.
Our specific suggestion: Patrons often favor our in-house Spiced Cherry Concoction or Organic Blackcurrant Majesty when they order our Hearty Meat pizza.
Mushroom and Truffle: Beet or Assorted Berries
The umami and earthy taste notes from mushrooms and truffles seek juices with correspondent profiles. Beet juice, with its subtly grounded flavor, superbly complements the mushroom and truffle essence while balancing out the heartiness with its innate sweetness. An assorted berry juice is an excellent alternative, cultivating a complex berry palate that draws parallel to the earthy tones in the pizza.
Our specific suggestion: Pair our Exotic Mushroom pizza with Freshly Extracted Beet Juice or our Berry Medley Mix straight from the wild.
Seafood Pizza: Citrus Mix or Sea Buckthorn
Pizzas with seafood ingredients like shrimp, clams, or calamari are best matched with crisp juices carrying mineral characteristics. A citrus medley provides a refreshing profile that augments the seafood flavors and lightens up the whole experience. Sea buckthorn juice with its high levels of acidity, exotic flavors, and subtle sourness complements the gentle seafood flavors without overpowering them.
Our specific suggestion: Paired impeccably with our Coastal Delight pizza are our own Citrus Medley and Organic Sea Buckthorn Extract.
Vegetable Supreme: Green Power Juice or Cucumber Melon
Pizzas adorned with an assortment of vegetables gain from juices with herbal overtones and flexibility. A Green Detox concoction, infused with greens like spinach and celery along with apple, mirrors and intensifies the flavor palette of bell peppers, artichokes, and other vegetables. Juice of cucumber melon stands up to the varying textures of vegetables without subduing their taste due to its delicate freshness and light body.
Our specific suggestion: The perfect accomplice to our Garden Medley pizza is our signature Daily Green Cleanse or the Cucumber Melon Cooler.
Four Cheese Pizza: Smooth Almond or Effervescent Apple
A four-cheese pizza with its abundant richness can be complemented or contrasted with the juice selection. Smooth almond milk, with its natural nutty undertones, elevates similar notes in the cheese fusion. On the contrary, a bubbly apple drink, with its carbonation and tanginess, slices through the richness, and the fruity profile provides an appealing contrast with the savory cheeses.
Our specific suggestion: Experience our Four Cheese Symphony pizza with our Silken Almond Blend or the Bubbly Apple Twist.
Spicy Pizzas: Mango Lassi or Ginger Turmeric
For pizzas dressed with chili pepper, spicy Italian sausage, or zesty sauces, juices with a creamy consistency or with a spicy kick can offer soothing comfort. Mango Lassi with its velvety texture calms the palate in between spicy bites. Similarly, a juice blend of ginger and turmeric stands its ground against spicy elements while offering a fascinating flavor contrast and the added benefit of anti-inflammatory properties.
Our specific suggestion: For those savoring our Fiery Diavola pizza, our House-Made Mango Lassi or the Ginger Turmeric Energizer is the go-to option.
Dessert Pizza: Berry Smoothie or Chocolate Almond
For the daring who partake in our dessert pizzas with Nutella and fruit, a saccharine juice is pivotal. A mixed berry smoothie complements fruit-covered dessert pizzas, while a chocolate almond beverage is a divine companion for chocolate and hazelnut-topped pizzas. Ensuring the beverage harmonizes with the sweetness level of the dessert is key.
Our specific suggestion: Our Strawberry and Nutella Confectionary Pizza blends divinely with the Triple Berry Whirl or the Cocoa Almond Beverage.
Guidelines for Selecting Juice with Pizza
- Focus on the prevailing flavor of the pizza rather than just the crust or sauce type
- Juices high in acid typically pair well with tomato-centric pizzas since tomatoes are naturally acidic
- Effervescent juices are adaptable and can accompany almost any pizza variety
- Embrace the experimental; at times, the most unanticipated combinations can turn out the most memorable
At HillCrestView, our juice menu now boasts many of these suggested combinations. Our team is eager to recommend the optimal juice for your pizza choice. We also offer tasting flights featuring a selection of three distinct juices to enjoy with your meal.
Keep in mind, while these recommendations provide direction for harmony, personal taste prevails over guidelines. The top juice pairing for your pizza is, ultimately, the one you take pleasure in the most!