Jugo de Guayaba
Guava Juice
A refreshing and fragrant pink guava juice, naturally sweet and a beloved Venezuelan classic.
🧂 Ingredients
- 6 medium Ripe Guavas(Look for guavas that are fragrant and yield slightly to gentle pressure. Pink-fleshed varieties are traditional and provide the characteristic color.)
- to taste Granulated Sugar(Start with 1/4 cup and adjust based on the sweetness of the guavas and your preference.)
- 3 cups Water(Cold water is best for a refreshing juice.)
- optional Ice Cubes(For serving.)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the guavas: Wash the guavas thoroughly. Trim off the blossom and stem ends. Cut the guavas into quarters. For a smoother juice, you can peel them, but it's not strictly necessary as the skin adds nutrients and flavor. Remove any seeds if desired, though blending them in is common and adds to the texture.
⏱️ 5 minutes - 2
Blend the mixture: Place the guava pieces into a blender. Add the 3 cups of cold water. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and no large chunks of guava remain, about 1-2 minutes.
⏱️ 2 minutes - 3
Strain the juice: Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or a cheesecloth-lined colander set over a large bowl or pitcher. Use a spoon or spatula to press down on the solids, extracting as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp and seeds left in the sieve.
⏱️ 5 minutes - 4
Sweeten and chill: Add sugar to the strained guava juice, starting with 1/4 cup. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved. Taste and add more sugar if needed, stirring and tasting until it reaches your desired sweetness. For immediate enjoyment, you can add a few ice cubes to the pitcher and stir until chilled.
⏱️ 3 minutes - 5
Serve: Pour the chilled Jugo de Guayaba into glasses. Serve immediately, optionally with extra ice cubes.
⏱️ 1 minute
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓The fragrance of ripe guavas is a key indicator of their quality and sweetness.
- ✓The natural pink hue comes from the flesh of the guava and is intensified by ripe fruit.
- ✓This juice is incredibly refreshing, especially on a warm day.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- For a creamier version, blend in 1/4 cup of milk (dairy or non-dairy) with the guavas and water.
- For a thicker consistency, use less water or add a small amount of cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water, blended into the juice and then chilled).