While cola is often the go-to drink for pizza, those with a passion for juice understand that a well-matched juice can elevate the pizza dining experience. At CommonSpark, we have teamed up with culinary specialists to craft juice pairing recommendations that perfectly suit our offerings. Whether dining at our eatery or ordering to go, these suggestions will ensure you select the ultimate juice to accompany your chosen style of pizza.
Classic Margherita: Tomato Basil Juice or Ruby Pomegranate
A Margherita pizza's fresh tomato, mozzarella, and basil flavors require a juice that isn't overwhelming. A tomato basil juice mirrors the pizza's tangy tomato essence and offers sufficient complexity to balance out the mozzarella. Alternatively, a delicate pomegranate blend introduces sweet notes that accentuate the tomatoes and match the basil's freshness.
Our specific recommendation: Our Margherita is superb with our custom-made Tomato Basil Cooler or, for a sweeter choice, a locally crafted Pomegranate Blueberry concoction.
Pepperoni and Meat Lovers: Spicy Cherry or Blackcurrant
Heavy pizzas with cured meats like pepperoni or sausage pair well with robust, spicy juices. A spiced cherry juice provides a fruity taste with a spicy kick that's ideal against the savoury meats, while a blackcurrant juice brings forward bold, dark-fruit flavors and a satisfying, sharp finish to cut through the meat's unctuousness.
Our specific recommendation: Guests often praise our homemade Spiced Cherry Elixir or Organic Blackcurrant Supreme when enjoyed with our Meat Feast pizza.
Mushroom and Truffle: Earthy Beetroot or Berry Fusion
Mushrooms and truffles, rich in earthy tones, pair beautifully with juices carrying similar profiles. Earthy beetroot juice pairs exquisitely with mushroom's umami, with its sweetness providing balance. A blend of forest berries complements the earthy taste perfectly, contributing complex berry notes.
Our specific recommendation: Pair our Wild Mushroom pizza with Fresh Beetroot Juice or a Wild Forest Berry combination.
Seafood Pizza: Zesty Citrus or Sea Buckthorn
Seafood pizzas, with toppings like prawns or clams, are best with sharp, minerally juices. A citrus mix refreshes the palate and highlights the seafood's flavors, while sea buckthorn juice, being tart and tropical, offers a fine balance without overshadowing the delicate seafood.
Our specific recommendation: Our Mediterranean Seafood pizza is a delight with our Citrus Splash or Organic Sea Buckthorn Nectar.
Vegetable Supreme: Cleansing Greens or Cucumber Melon
Pizzas topped with vegetables, featuring an array of tastes, benefit from herbaceous juices. A cleansing green detox juice, with its mix of spinach, celery, and apple, amplifies the vegetable toppings' flavors, whereas a cucumber melon juice brings a nuanced freshness that complements the veggies without being overpowering.
Our specific recommendation: Find balance for our Garden Harvest pizza with the Daily Green Detox or a Cool Cucumber Melon concoction.
Four Cheese Pizza: Nutty Almond or Effervescent Apple
The extensive richness of a four-cheese pizza enables both complementing and contrasting juice pairings. Nutty almond milk brings out the cheese's similar flavors, whereas a fizzy apple juice offers a refreshing contrast with its lively tang and fruity touch against the savory cheese layers.
Our specific recommendation: Enjoy our Quattro Formaggi pizza with Vanilla Almond Milk or a Fizzy Apple delight.
Spicy Pizzas: Creamy Mango Lassi or Ginger Turmeric
For pizzas with a bit of heat thanks to chili, spicy sausage, or hot sauces, juices with creamy or fiery qualities offer a refreshing palate cleanse. A mango lassi provides cooling relief and a soothing texture, while the robust flavors of a ginger turmeric juice competently handle the heat and provide an intriguing contrast.
Our specific recommendation: Our hot Spicy Diavola pizza finds its perfect partner in our Homemade Mango Lassi or the invigorating Firefly Ginger Turmeric Boost.
Dessert Pizza: Sweet Berry Smoothie or Decadent Chocolate Almond
For our sweet Nutella and fruit dessert pizzas, a flavorful juice is a must. Berry smoothies enhance fruit-themed dessert pizzas, while a chocolate almond beverage is divine with chocolate and hazelnut variations. The beverage should match the sweetness of the dessert for best enjoyment.
Our specific recommendation: The Nutella and Strawberry Dessert Pizza goes divine with a Mixed Berry Blast or Rich Chocolate Almond beverage.
Guidelines for Matching Pizza with Juices
- Factor in the pizza's prevailing flavors, not merely the crust or sauce type
- Juices high in acidity generally suit tomato-based pizzas well, thanks to tomatoes' inherent tartness
- Carbonated juices are adaptable and can complement a wide variety of pizzas
- Experimentation is encouraged—unexpected combinations can yield the most delightful results
At CommonSpark, our juice selection has grown to incorporate many of these pairing suggestions. Our team is ready to recommend the ideal juice for your pizza choice. We also offer juice flights so guests can sample a trio of different juices with their meal.
The key to a successful pairing is aligning it with your taste preference. The best juice to accompany your pizza is ultimately the one you find most enjoyable.