Best cold pressed juice recipes

Are you looking for the best recipes for cold pressed juice?

We get it: cold pressed juice is packed with health benefits and a tasty way to sneak more fruits and veggies into your diet.

Unlike the commercial pasteurized juices found in stores, cold press keeps the ingredients' nutrients intact and improves the taste of the juice. 

At Drink Juice Co., we craft a selection of cold pressed juices ready for you to enjoy right at home whenever the craving strikes.

And we know that many in our community, like our own team, enjoy making cold pressed juices at home with just a few simple ingredients.

That's why we created this guide with the best cold pressed juice recipes that are easy to make.

Let's take a look. 

What Are the Best Ingredients for Cold Pressed Juice?

Good-quality ingredients are key for great flavor and nutrition when making tasty cold pressed juice. 

Here are some ingredients to include in your recipe:

• Fruits: Apples, oranges, pineapples, berries, and melons provide natural sweetness and flavor.  
• Vegetables: Kale, spinach, carrots, beets, and cucumbers add nutrients and an earthy taste.  
• Herbs: Fresh herbs like mint, dandelion, basil, and cilantro improve flavor and offer extra health benefits.  
• Citrus: Lemons, limes, and ginger add zest and help with digestion.  
• Superfoods: You can add chia seeds, spirulina, or acai for more nutrients.

6 Best Cold Pressed Juice Recipes You Must Try

With the right ingredients and a cold press juicer, you can easily make tasty and healthy juice at home. 

1. Green Apple Ginger Blast

This juice is a tasty mix of sweet apples, spicy ginger, and healthy greens. 

It’s great for a morning pick-me-up.

Making this Green Apple Ginger Blast is simple, and it’s inspired by our Sweet Greens Juice.

Ingredients

• 2 medium apples (any variety, but green apples add a nice tartness)
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger. 
• 1 cup fresh spinach.
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley.
• 1 lemon (peeled)
• 1 cup kale leaves (stems removed)

Process

• Wash all fruits and vegetables well. 
• Core the apples and cut them into quarters. 
• Peel the ginger and lemon. 
• Remove the stems from the kale, and wash the spinach and parsley. 
• Then, feed the kale and parsley into the cold pressed juicer, then add the spinach. 
• Next, add the apple quarters, followed by the ginger. 
• Finish with the lemon to help extract the juice from the greens. 
• Pour the juice into a glass and enjoy!

Health Benefits

• Apples are naturally sweet and high in antioxidants. 
• Ginger helps with digestion and adds a spicy flavor. 
• Spinach and kale are full of vitamins A, C, and K, which support overall health. 
• Parsley is rich in vitamins and helps detoxify the body. 
• Lemon provides vitamin C, enhances flavor, and supports the immune system.

2. Beet Turmeric Tonic

Beet Turmeric is a healthy option for detoxing and revitalizing, inspired by our Beets By DJC.

Ingredients

• 1 medium beet (peeled and chopped)
• 1-inch piece of fresh turmeric (or 1 teaspoon turmeric powder)
• 1 medium cucumber (peeled and chopped)
• 1 cup dandelion greens (fresh and washed)
• 2 medium apples (for sweetness)
• 1 lemon (peeled)

Process

• Begin by thoroughly washing all fruits and vegetables.
• Peel and chop the beet and cucumber.
• Peel the fresh turmeric root and lemon.
• Wash the dandelion greens to remove dirt.
• Then, add the dandelion greens to the juicer first, then add the beet pieces.
• Next, add the cucumber and the apples for sweetness.
• Finish by adding the fresh turmeric and lemon to improve the flavor.
• Pour the juice into a glass and enjoy.

Health Benefits

• Beets are high in nitrates, which help improve blood flow and lower blood pressure. 
• Turmeric has anti-inflammatory benefits and supports joint health. Cucumber is hydrating and low in calories, making it good for detoxing. 
• Dandelion greens are full of vitamins and minerals, which promote liver health and aid digestion. 
• Apples add natural sweetness and antioxidants, while lemons provide vitamin C and help with digestion.

3. Orange Bliss

Orange Bliss is a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness and health benefits of this fruit, just like our Pure Orange juice.

Ingredients

• 4 large oranges (peeled)

Process

• Wash the oranges well.  
• Peel off the skin and any white pith, which can make the juice bitter.  
• Cut the oranges in half or quarters so they fit in your juicer.  
• Slowly feed the orange pieces into the cold pressed juicer to get the most juice.  
• Pour yourself some freshly squeezed juice into a glass.

Health Benefits

• Oranges are a great source of vitamin C, which helps your immune system and keeps your skin healthy.  
• Since orange juice has a lot of water, it helps you stay hydrated.  
• Oranges have antioxidants that can reduce inflammation and protect you from chronic diseases.  

4. Apple Cider Delight

Apple Cider Delight is a refreshing drink with fresh apple cider as its main ingredient. 

It's similar to Drink Juice Co.'s Apple Cider juice.

Ingredients

• 6-8 medium apples. 
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (optional, for a hint of spice)
• 1 lemon (optional, for brightness)
• 1 tablespoon raw honey (optional, for sweetness)

Process

• Wash the apples well to remove any dirt or wax. 
• If you are using ginger, peel it.
• If you use lemon, peel it to avoid the bitterness from the pith. 
• Core the apples and cut them into quarters to fit your juicer. You do not need to peel them; the skin adds flavor and nutrients. 
• Start by putting the apple quarters into the cold pressed juicer. 
• If you are using ginger, alternate adding it with the apples to help extract the juice better. 
• If you are using lemon, add it at the end of the juicing process to give the juice a bright flavor.
• If you want, you can add raw honey to make it taste sweeter.
• Fill a glass with the juice.

Health Benefits

• Apples are high in antioxidants and fiber, which help keep your heart healthy and improve digestion.
• Ginger can reduce inflammation, help digestion, and strengthen your immune system.
• Lemon juice is rich in vitamin C, brightens dishes, and supports digestion.

5. Immunity Boosting Juice

This juice is full of ingredients that strengthen your immune system. 

Give it a try!

Ingredients

• 1 lemon (sliced)
• 1 orange (peeled and roughly cut into small pieces)
• 1 tablespoon raw honey (optional, for sweetness)
• 2-inch piece of fresh ginger (peeled)
• 2-inch piece of fresh turmeric (peeled)
• Pinch of black pepper powder (to enhance the absorption of turmeric)

Process

• Wash the lemon and orange well.  
• Slice the lemon and peel the orange. Cut the orange into small pieces to make juicing easier.  
• Peel the ginger and turmeric.  
• First, put the lemon slices into the cold pressed juicer.  
• Next, add the orange pieces, ginger, and turmeric. 
• If you have raw honey, you can add it directly to the juicer for a blended taste or mix it into the juice after juicing.  
• After juicing, add a pinch of black pepper powder. This helps your body absorb curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric.  
• Serve the juice and enjoy!

Health Benefits

• Lemon is rich in vitamin C, which helps your immune system and digestion.  
• Orange boosts antioxidants and adds more vitamin C, improving immune health.  
• Ginger helps fight infections and eases digestion with its anti-inflammatory properties.  
• Turmeric contains curcumin, a strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.  
• Black pepper helps your body absorb more benefits from turmeric.

• Raw honey has properties that fight germs.

6. Watermelon Grapefruit Refresher

We love using grapefruit at Drink Juice Co. It's a key ingredient in many of our popular cold pressed juices, like Rise and Rind and Pure Grapefruit. 

So, of course, we had to include this Watermelon Grapefruit Refresher recipe in this guide.

Ingredients

• 2 cups watermelon (seedless, cubed)
• 1 cup pineapple (peeled and chopped)
• 1 medium grapefruit (peeled and segmented)

Process

• Be sure to thoroughly wash the watermelon, pineapple, and grapefruit.
• Cut the watermelon into cubes and chop the pineapple into small pieces. Peel the grapefruit and separate it into segments, removing any seeds.
• Start juicing by putting the watermelon cubes into the cold pressed juicer. Watermelon has a lot of water, making it a good base for the juice.
• Next, add the pineapple pieces for a sweet flavor.
• Finally, juice the grapefruit segments for a zesty kick.
• Pour the juice into a glass. For an extra touch, garnish with a slice of watermelon or a sprig of mint.

Health Benefits

• Watermelon is a great way to keep hydrated. It is full of vitamins A and C, and it also contains antioxidants like lycopene that are good for your health.
• Pineapple is another excellent fruit, known for aiding digestion and reducing inflammation thanks to its bromelain content. Plus, it's rich in vitamin C as well. 
• Meanwhile, grapefruit shines with its high levels of vitamin C and antioxidants.

Conclusion

Our founder discovered Cold Pressed Juice benefits on her own journey to better health.

Inspired by her experiences, she began crafting her favorite recipes to help others enhance their well-being. 

We hope these best cold pressed juice recipes open up new opportunities for you to embrace a healthier lifestyle while enjoying a drink!