Guava Juice Drink is one of the best juices to boost the immune system. This drink is the ultimate champion when it comes to vitamin C content.
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Guava juice recipe
Guava juice is a refreshing beverage that combines notes of pear and strawberry. The drink has a tantalizing taste and invigorating smell. It also contains a powerhouse of nutrition.
Guava juice drink offers a range of health benefits, including:
- The high vitamin C content strengthens the immune system and helps the body fight infections and diseases.
- Potassium and fiber help regulate blood pressure and lower the risk of heart disease.
- The fiber supports digestive health and helps prevent constipation and digestive disorders.
- Antioxidants and vitamins help reduce acne, slow skin aging, and improve overall skin appearance.
- Vitamin A supports vision and reduces the risk of eye infections and cataracts.
- Magnesium helps relax muscles and may aid in stress and anxiety reduction.
Guava juice is my secret weapon against the flu and those pesky winter colds. You can drink it on its own, mix with other fruit juices, or use it in mocktails and cocktails like Guava Mojito or Spiced Guava Mule. It is suitable for breakfast, lunch, or as a hydrating snack at any time of day.
Guava juice works in marinades, sauces, dressings, and glazes for a tropical twist. It also shines in desserts like sorbet, gelatin, mousse, ice cream, and pudding for sweet, fruity flavors.
So, here’s how to make Guava Fruit Juice:
Guava Juice Recipe
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Ingredients
- 4 ripe guavas
- 1 ½ cup water for blending
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Ice cubes optional
Instructions
- Wash the guavas thoroughly under running water. Cut them into quarters, removing the seeds and the hard ends.
- In a blender, combine the guava quarters, lime juice, and enough water to cover them. Blend until you achieve a smooth consistency.
- To ensure a smooth juice without pulp, strain the blended mixture using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Press down on the solids to extract as much juice as possible.
- Pour the guava juice into glasses over ice
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How to pair
Guava juice’s sweet, tropical flavor pairs well with fruits like mango, pineapple, passion fruit, orange, banana, lychee, kiwi, strawberry, apple, and coconut. It also complements dairy foods like yogurt, cream cheese, goat cheese, and Greek yogurt—often topped with honey and nuts.
For savory dishes, guava juice works with grilled chicken, pork, fish, or cheese pastries like guava and cheese empanadas. It also enhances baked goods such as coconut cake, guava cake bars, ice cream, sorbet, or thumbprint cookies with guava jam.
Additionally, it pairs well with grains, salads, vegetables, and herbs like mint, ginger, or cinnamon. This juice is also great in cocktails with rum, tequila, or champagne.
Variations
Besides this basic recipe, you can try its other variations by adjusting the ingredients:
- Guava Nectar Juice adds 4 ripe guavas, 1 cup water, and 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup.
- Tropical Guava Blend maximizes flavor synergies.
- Guava Pineapple Juice uses 4 ripe guavas, 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks, and water
- Guava Mango Juice includes 4 ripe guavas, 2 ripe mangoes, and water
- Guava Passion Fruit Juice blends 1 passion fruit, 4 ripe guavas, and water
- Passion Orange Guava Juice uses 1 large orange, 1 passion fruit, 2 ripe guavas, and water
- Guava Strawberry Juice includes 1 cup fresh strawberries, 4 ripe guavas, and water
- Spiced Guava Juice adds spices to enhance the juice’s complexity. You can combine cardamom, cinnamon, star anise, or ginger.
- Fresh Herb Infusions include mint, basil, lemongrass, Thai basil, or cilantro.