While soda remains a popular choice for accompanying a slice of pizza, those who favor juices will find that the perfect selection can take a pizza meal to the next level. At UniversalPerspectives, we've teamed up with culinary specialists to craft juice recommendations that are the perfect complement to our selection of pizzas. No matter if you're enjoying a meal in our establishment or feasting at home, these suggestions are designed to assist you in picking the most suitable juice for your chosen pizza.
Traditional Margherita: Tomato Basil Juice or Pomegranate Blend
The refined flavors of a Margherita pizza, made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, require a beverage that does not overshadow these elements. A homemade tomato basil juice presents a bright acidity that aligns with the tomatoes and also offers a robust enough profile to balance the cheese's creaminess. On another hand, a pomegranate blend with a lighter body introduces red fruit accents that elevate the tomato's sweetness and harmonize with the basil's freshness.
Specific Selection: We're fond of coupling our Margherita with the in-house Tomato Basil Cooler, or if you're inclined towards a sweeter taste, a locally acquired Pomegranate Blueberry blend.
Pepperoni and Meat Lovers: Spiced Cherry or Blackcurrant
Pizzas adorned with numerous cured meats such as pepperoni, sausage, or prosciutto benefit from juices that have a substantive body and a hint of spice to stand toe-to-toe with the robust meat flavors. A spiced cherry juice serves up a rich fruit flavor with a spicy kick that holds its own against the saltiness and heat of the meat toppings. A great alternative is blackcurrant juice, which brings forth dark fruit flavors and has a tart edge that slices through the meat's richness.
Specific Selection: Patrons particularly relish our self-crafted Spiced Cherry Elixir or Organic Blackcurrant Supreme when ordered along with the Meat Feast pizza.
Mushroom and Truffle: Beetroot or Forest Berry
For pizzas featuring the deep, savory tastes of mushrooms and truffles, juices with corresponding flavor profiles are needed. Beetroot juice, with its subtle earthy taste, complements the fungi wonderfully while its natural sweetness provides a counterbalance to the full flavors. Similarly, a forest berry mix is effective, due to its layered berry flavors that mirror the earthiness of the pizza.
Specific Selection: Pair our Wild Mushroom pizza with a Cold-Pressed Beetroot Juice or a Wild Forest Berry Medley.
Seafood Pizza: Citrus Splash or Sea Buckthorn
For pizzas topped with seafood such as prawns or clams, crisp juices with a mineral edge are the perfect match. A citrus juice blend brings forth zesty notes that not only accentuate the seafood flavor but also contribute a lightness to the palate. Another superb choice is sea buckthorn juice with its lively acidity, exotic flavor profile, and a slight tanginess that is careful not to overpower the seafood's subtlety.
Specific Selection: A Citrus Splash or Organic Sea Buckthorn Nectar pairs exquisitely with our Mediterranean Seafood pizza.
Vegetable Supreme: Green Detox or Cucumber Melon
Pizzas topped with a plethora of vegetables are enriched by versatile juices with herby undercurrents. A green detox concoction containing spinach, celery, and apple resonates with and intensifies the vegetable flavors such as those of bell peppers and artichokes. Conversely, a cucumber melon juice offers understated freshness and a lightness that gracefully counters the textures of the assorted vegetables without overwhelming them.
Specific Selection: The harmonious pairing for our Garden Harvest pizza is a Daily Green Detox or a Chilled Cucumber Melon Refresh.
Four Cheese Pizza: Creamy Almond or Sparkling Apple
The lusciousness of a four-cheese pizza warrants a choice of either a beverage that complements or contrasts the experience. Creamy almond milk offers congruent nutty flavors which amplify those found in the cheese mix. For a contrast, sparkling apple juice is recommended—with its bubbly texture and a kiss of acidity slicing through the creamy indulgence, while the fruity notes serve as an enjoyable counterbalance to the savory cheese blend.
Specific Selection: Vanilla Almond Milk or Sparkling Apple Crisp are exquisite partners for our Quattro Formaggi pizza.
Spicy Pizzas: Mango Lassi or Ginger Turmeric
In terms of pizzas that include fiery ingredients like chili flakes, spicy sausage, or zingy honey, juices that are creamy or possess a spicy element themselves offer a pleasant reprieve. Mango lassi provides coolness to the palate aided by its creamy consistency that calms between bites. Meanwhile, ginger turmeric juice stands strong against the spiciness, offering a compelling flavor contrast along with anti-inflammatory effects.
Specific Selection: Our Spicy Diavola pizza connects perfectly with our Homemade Mango Lassi or the Firefly Ginger Turmeric Boost.
Dessert Pizza: Berry Smoothie or Chocolate Almond
For the bold ones willing to sample our Nutella and fruit dessert pizzas, a suitably sweet juice is critical. Mixed berry smoothies are a apt selection for fruit-topped dessert pizzas, while chocolate almond milk is a divine companion for variations with a chocolate-hazelnut spread. The key factor is to make sure the drink is as sweet, if not sweeter, than the dessert itself.
Specific Selection: Our Nutella and Strawberry Dessert Pizza goes hand in hand with the Triple Berry Blast or Dark Chocolate Almond Milk.
Guidance for Pizza and Juice Pairings
- Focus on the main flavors of the pizza, beyond the crust or sauce type
- Juices with a higher acidity tend to pair well with tomato-based pizzas, thanks to the innate acidity of tomatoes
- Sparkling juices are all-rounders that pair well with nearly all variants of pizza
- Be bold in your choices—sometimes the most unexpected pairings are the most memorable
At UniversalPerspectives, our selection of juices now includes many of these recommended combinations. Our team is enthusiastic about proposing the ideal juice to go with your pizza choice. Additionally, we provide juice flights that give you the opportunity to taste three distinct juices with your meal.
Keep in mind these guidelines are just that—a guide. When it comes down to it, the juice that best accompanies your pizza is the one that you personally enjoy the most!