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Fresh Peach Juice

Pure, unadulterated peach flavor without any added sugars. This refreshing homemade peach juice captures the peak flavor of summer peaches at their ripest, ready to drink in under 10 minutes from start to finish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 medium ripe peaches pitted and quartered
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice optional
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey optional, for extra sweetness
  • 1/2 cup cold filtered water optional, for dilution
  • Ice cubes for serving

Equipment

  • Citrus juicer or electric juicer
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cup
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Large pitcher or bowl
  • Glasses for serving
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Choose peaches that feel soft when gently squeezed and smell fragrant at the stem end. Underripe peaches will produce thin, watery juice with little flavor.
  2. Run cold water over each peach and gently rub the skin to remove any dirt, dust, or pesticide residue. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  3. Slice each peach in half along the seam, then gently twist the halves apart to separate them. Use a small sharp knife to remove the pit, then quarter each peach half for easier juicing.
  4. Toss the peach quarters with the lemon juice in a large bowl to prevent oxidation and browning. This step also adds a bright flavor that complements the sweetness of the peaches.
  5. Feed the peach quarters into your juicer a handful at a time, working steadily through all the fruit. If using a manual citrus juicer, press down firmly and rotate to extract maximum juice from each piece.
  6. Pour the fresh juice through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher if you prefer a completely smooth drink. This removes any remaining pulp and creates a more refined texture.
  7. Sip a small amount and decide if additional sweetness is needed based on your peaches and personal preference. Stir in honey if desired, using a spoon to combine thoroughly until fully dissolved.
  8. Pour the juice into glasses filled with ice cubes and serve immediately while it's at peak freshness and flavor. Add a splash of water if you prefer a lighter, more refreshing drink.

Notes

Make juice within a few hours of cutting your peaches for the brightest flavor. Buy peaches at peak season in summer for the sweetest, most flavorful results. Freeze multiple batches in ice cube trays for convenient peach juice year-round. Fresh peach juice tastes best consumed within 24 hours and should be stored in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator.