Though fizzy drinks have commonly been the go-to match for pizzas, aficionados of juice understand that an appropriate juice partnership can immensely improve the pizza dining experience. At Crust & Craft Pizzeria, through collaboration with local connoisseurs, we’re thrilled to offer juice pairing suggestions that perfectly complement our assortment of pizzas. Whether savoring a meal inside our eatery or relishing it in the comfort of your home, these juice suggestion will guide you to the ideal match for your preferred pizza variant.
Classic Margherita: Tomato Basil Juice or Pomegranate Blend
A Margherita's simplistic nature, with its luscious tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, pairs well with a juice that doesn't overshadow its refined taste. A DIY tomato basil juice with lively acidity echoes the pizza's tomato component and possesses a solid presence that stands up to the cheese satisfactorily. In contrast, a subtle pomegranate juice introduces pleasant fruity notes that lift the tomatoes' sweetness and resonate with the basil's fragrant quality.
Our specific recommendation: We find that our in-house Tomato Basil Delight or a handpicked Pomegranate Blueberry Fusion is a supreme companion to our Margherita pizza.
Pepperoni and Meat Lovers: Spiced Cherry or Blackcurrant
For plentifully topped meat pizzas, featuring pepperoni, sausage, or prosciutto, it's ideal to pair with juices that have a robust body and an element of spice. A cherry juice with spice incorporations, exhibiting a dense fruit profile and a fiery kick, complements the meats' saltiness and heat. For an alternative, blackcurrant juice delivers profound dark fruit flavors with a tartness that refreshing cuts through the meaty richness.
Our specific recommendation: Our patrons have a particular fondness for our crafted Spiced Cherry Infusion or an Organic Blackcurrant Concentrate with our loaded Meat Medley pizza.
Mushroom and Truffle: Beetroot or Forest Berry
Mushrooms and truffles on a pizza, with their earthy and umami flavors, call for juices that can match these attributes. Beetroot juice, with its subdued earthy taste, pairs beautifully with mushroom undertones, and its innate sweetness mitigates the truffle's robustness. A forest berry concoction is also a wonderful pick, with its complex berry accents that harmoniously dance with the earthy pizza.
Our specific recommendation: Our Wild Mushroom pizza is perfectly complemented by either a freshly pressed Beetroot Libation or a Wild Forest Berry Fusion.
Seafood Pizza: Citrus Splash or Sea Buckthorn
Pizzas adorned with ocean delights like prawns or clams suit best with tart juices that bear a mineral essence. A citrus melange offers a refreshing punch and citrusy zest to the marine flavors, while sea buckthorn juice offers another splendid option with its bright acidity, exotic undertones, and a hint of tartness that pairs wonderfully with the subtle seafood.
Our specific recommendation: Our Coastal Seafood pizza is wonderfully accentuated by our very own Citrus Blast or an Organic Sea Buckthorn Essence.
Vegetable Supreme: Green Detox or Cucumber Melon
Pizzas featuring a medley of vegetables benefit from versatile juices that echo herbal notes. A green detox juice infused with spinach, celery, and apple amplifies the pizza's flavors of fresh bell peppers and artichokes. Meanwhile, cucumber melon juice with its discreet freshness and fluid body adapts to differing vegetable textures without overwhelming the palate.
Our specific recommendation: Our Verdant Delight pizza is in perfect symmetry with our Daily Green Cleanse or a Cool Cucumber Melon Quencher.
Four Cheese Pizza: Creamy Almond or Sparkling Apple
The indulgent nature of a four-cheese pizza requires a beverage that either complements or provides a contrast. A smooth almond milk with a creamy texture imparts nutty flavors that enhance the cheese's rich profile. Alternatively, a fizzy apple refreshment, with its bubbles and tartness, effortlessly cuts through the cheese's creaminess, offering a fruity contrast to the savory blend.
Our specific recommendation: Indulge in our Four-Cheese Symphony with either a Silky Vanilla Almond Beverage or an Effervescent Apple Twist.
Spicy Pizzas: Mango Lassi or Ginger Turmeric
For pies that boast a fiery kick from ingredients like chili, spicy meat, or zesty honey, a smooth or aromatic drink aids in soothing the fiery palette. Mango lassi provides a cooling effect with a velvety feel that alleviates the heat between mouthfuls. Alternatively, a ginger turmeric concoction holds its own against the spiciness while bringing in an exciting flavor counterpoint and also offers health benefits with its anti-inflammatory properties.
Our specific recommendation: Try our hot and spicy Diavola pizza with a house-blended Cool Mango Lassi or a Fiery Ginger Turmeric Reviver.
Dessert Pizza: Berry Smoothie or Chocolate Almond
For the bold who indulge in Nutella and diced fruit dessert pizzas, a sweet beverage is key. A mixed berry smoothie is complementary to fruit-topped dessert varieties, whereas chocolate almond milk unabashedly partners with chocolate hazelnut alternatives. The golden rule is to choose a beverage that matches or exceeds the dessert's sweetness.
Our specific recommendation: Our Sweet Nutella and Berry Delight pizza blissfully combines with a Bursting Berry Blend or Rich Chocolate Almond Beverage.
Tips for Pizza and Juice Pairing
- Focus on the pizza's dominant flavors, rather than just the type of crust or sauce
- Acidic juices typically pair well with tomato-centric pizzas due to the inherent acidity of tomatoes
- Fizzy juices are flexible options that can accompany nearly any pizza
- Embrace experimentation—occasionally, it's the unexpected combinations that yield the most enjoyable experiences
At Crust & Craft Pizzeria, we've broadened our juice assortment to include numerous of these specific pairings. Our amiable staff will delight in proposing the ultimate juice for your pizza choice. You can also explore juice flight selections that invite you to taste a variety of three distinct juices with your meal.
Keep in mind, while these general tips can guide you toward pleasing combinations, individual preference always takes precedence. The optimal juice for coupling with your pizza is inevitably the one you find most pleasurable to drink!