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Healthiest Types of Juices

August 9, 2021

Fruits and vegetables are an important part of our diet because they are a major source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. As a result, juices and smoothies can pack in the nutrients if you know what to look for. With that in mind, let’s have a look at the healthiest types of juices that you can offer using your commercial grade juice equipment.

Healthiest Types of Juices

Cranberry

For people who suffer regular urinary tract infections, cranberry juice is probably already one of your best friends. In addition to helping prevent UTIs, cranberry juice is also great for your general health. It boasts a healthy helping of potassium as well as Vitamins C, E, and K.

Tomato

Tomato juice isn’t for everyone, but there are plenty of people who do like it. Whereas cranberry juice has higher concentrations of Vitamins E and K, tomato juice has enough Vitamin C to meet your daily requirement and then some. It also contains more potassium as well as a helpful little nutrient called folate. Folate is an important nutrient for pregnant women, so tomato juice is good to have around.

Cherry

If you aren’t a fan of tomato juice, then cherry juice is a great alternative for getting your daily helping of Vitamin C. This juice is also high in Vitamin E, but keep in mind that you’ll want to look for a low sugar variant, usually tart cherry juice to get the most nutrients with the least amount of additives.

Beetroot

Beetroot isn’t for the faint of heart and should only be offered in its pure form as a form of punishment. If you’re going to include beetroot on your menu, we strongly advise selling it as a “shot” that can be added to other, more palatable juice options in addition to selling it in its pure form for the truly bold.

Apple

This childhood favorite has gotten a bit of a facelift with the growing availability of all-natural options. Apple juice is still pretty high in sugar, but it does contain a lot of useful nutrients as well. It contains some essential vitamins, but the real show-stoppers are the flavonoids and chlorogenic acid that help to neutralize free radicals.

Prune

Although we may make jokes about prune juice, the truth is that it contains a lot of important minerals. It’s a reasonable source of iron, magnesium, and potassium along with B2, B3, and B6. As a result, prune juice hits a lot of boxes that other juices don’t. However, it does contain a lot of natural sugar, so it is best served in smaller amounts.

Pomegranate

Despite pomegranate juice’s rise in popularity, the truth is that many juices contain a much wider variety of nutrients. Pomegranate’s one major claim to fame is its Vitamin K content, which is considerably higher than most.

Acai Berry

Acai berry juice contains many of the same components as apple juice, including flavonoids and chlorogenic acid. It doesn’t stand out from many of the other healthy juices listed, but it is a trend that a business offering juices could certainly use to their advantage.

Orange

The king of Vitamin C, orange juice is one of the most popular juices available, thanks to its robust flavor and refreshing aftertaste. It can be used in practically any mixed juice or smoothie to create a more flavorful drink.

Grapefruit

Grapefruit juice is a great alternative for people who prefer a flavor that’s more tart. This juice may not have as much Vitamin C as tomato or orange, but it is very near what you need for the day. In addition to Vitamin C, grapefruit juice contains folate, potassium, and Vitamin E.

Regardless of your client base, Southern California Beverage can help you to integrate any of these juices into your current menu with ease.

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Top Beer Cocktails to Make Now

June 7, 2021

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Beer is all the rage at the moment. However, that means that your run-of-the-mill craft beer is just enough to make you pretentious without actually standing out in a positive way. If you’re looking to enjoy your favorite brew while making a statement, then look no further than these classic beer cocktails.

Top Beer Cocktails to Make Now

Many of these drinks are nearing two hundred years old, but they taste as fresh today as they did back then. This contrast brings them into perfect play with many of the popular aesthetics we see today.

The Black Velvet

This delicate drink is a personal favorite, and it surely deserves to top the list. The black velvet was supposedly invented by a bartender in London in the year 1861. As legend has it, the drink was created in tribute to Prince Albert, who had recently passed.

Today, the black velvet is still made by creating a layered beer cocktail composed of stout and champagne. Guinness is the typical stout of choice, but there is a variation of the black velvet that has gained popularity. Commonly known as the “poor man’s black velvet,” this variation replaces champagne with a cider. Either way, the black velvet is a classic that will always be welcome.

The Snake Bite

For those who prefer a lighter option to stout, there’s the snake bite. This drink became popular in 1980s Britain, and it’s made from layering a lager with a cider. As with a black velvet the two liquids are layered creating an appealing visual effect. In fact, if you see a rather flat spoon hanging from beer equipment in the Inland Empire, then they’re likely used to creating some of these exact layered drinks.

The Michelada

The classic Mexican Michelada dates back to the 1940s. The cocktail resembles a Bloody Mary with some clear differences. A light lager replaces the vodka, and the drink usually includes stronger spices. Hot sauce, teriyaki sauce, and tajin all frequently find themselves mixed into the Michelada. As a result, you’ll generally find that Micheladas vary across regions, but you will always find that perfect balance between heat and refreshment.

The Shandy

A shandy could refer to a wide variety of different beer cocktails, but the general term originates in 1850s Britain. Essentially, a shandy is a mix of beer and ginger ale. However, modern renditions of the classic shandy may feature lemonade, orange juice, or any other number of fruit-based liquids. The important thing for a shandy is that it’s well-balanced, a bit tart, and completely delicious.

Corrido Prohibido

If you’re looking for something with a stronger alcohol content, then it’s back to Mexico. The corrido prohibido is a twist on the classic margarita, except in this case the drink is a simple blend of a light Mexican lager and tequila. With all of the flavors and variations available among Mexican tequilas, the options for flavor combinations are endless.

A Reflection on Beer Cocktails

Thanks to beer-loving cultures like the British and the peoples of Mexico, there are literally hundreds of well-known beer cocktails that you could promote at your establishment. These are just five of the most common and most loved, but once you get the hang of mixing beer flavors with other juices and liquors, you are sure to add your own.

To help you get started, have your own draft beer service in Los Angeles installed to better serve your customers. Between your creativity and their wiliness to explore, you will help to push beer cocktails to new heights.

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Top Ten Summer Cocktails

April 7, 2020

Although recent rains may try to hide it, summer is right around the corner, and, with no immediate end to this quarantine in sight, it’s time to get creative at home. In fact, it’s time to figure out some killer summer cocktails. One way or another, you’ll be the star of your next backyard soirée, even if it is only for a party of one.

1. Tabernacle Crush

The tabernacle crush is a glass full of class with a complex bouquet of flavors that will leave your guests guessing. It features a muddled peach and basil base with gin and a lovely French aperitif. Each sip tastes like dappled sunlight.

2. Colorado Cooler

This flavorful little drink is for the whiskey lover looking for a solid summer go-to. The base of muddled cherries and mix of club soda, bitters, lemon, and simple syrup creates the perfect stage for a robust barley whiskey. With its slight, vanilla hints, the Colorado Cooler is a fan favorite for those who like to taste their whiskey.

3. Jungle Juice

Sure, the phrase “jungle juice” might bring back painful college memories, but this recipe will override all of those. It’s a little more involved than your typical jungle juice. Still, it offers phenomenal flavor and is ideal for larger parties and restaurants, especially if they already have an SC Beverage juice set-up.

4. Cucumber Honeydew Freeze

For a chill summer day drink, go all-in with the Cucumber Honeydew Freeze. This icy little number features the cooling flavors of cucumber and honeydew but provides a more in-depth flavor profile through its inclusion of fennel and a little honey.

5. Chasing Summer

If you love iced milk tea, then Chasing Summer is for you. By combining chai sun tea with sweetened condensed milk, some fruit puree, and a touch of balsamic vinegar, this makes for a delicious dessert drink. If you prefer to have a little kick to your tea, then a splash of vodka will do the trick.

6. Porch Crawler

The Porch Crawler is designed to refresh. Given the uncomplicated mix of cherries, mint, and rum, you’ll barely be able to tell there is a little chile in there. The sweetness of the drink mellows the spice, providing balance and depth to this instant summer favorite for long afternoons on the porch.

7. Redhead in Bed

Odd names aside, this gorgeous strawberry-vodka cocktail features a surprise ingredient, a healthy helping of Riesling to give the drink the fruity sweetness you would expect from such a bright blended concoction. The Redhead in Bed was created with your sweet-tooth in mind and is perfect for an intimate gathering with friends.

8. Manhattan Ice Cream Float

The Manhattan is a classic whiskey drink that forever deserves a place in the cocktail hall of fame. However, it does appear that the Ice Cream Float adaptation could possibly reach these very high standards. Given the original Manhattan’s deep cherry and whiskey-flavored notes, there is no way that vanilla ice cream does not make this better.

9. Dusk Flip

The dash of nutmeg may leave you thinking that the Dusk Flip should be left for the holidays. However, with its gratuitous use of berries, cream, and whiskey, this cocktail is the ideal summer dessert cocktail.

10. Classic Sidecar

Although different versions of the sidecar have cropped up over the 20th and 21st centuries, there is only one classic Sidecar Cocktail. These cocktails are made with cognac, Cointreau, and lemon juice. They are delicious but glue your tongue to that sugared rim for the best experience.

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Whether you spend this summer alone or with friends, a delicious treat can significantly brighten your day. Feel free to experiment, and enjoy!

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7 Best Mixers for Vodka

October 17, 2019

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As far as alcohol goes, vodka remains one of the most versatile bases for a wide range of mixed drinks. Although the vodka soda will remain a standing favorite for people looking for a light complement to their drink, the gorgeous simplicity of vodka lends itself to more flavorful and bright combinations. What are the best mixers for vodka?

Picking Your Vodka Mixers

Typically, juices are the best mixers for vodka. Fruit juices, arguably, makes for the best vodka mixers due to the wealth of flavor and the range of possibility that they bring. Almost any juice you enjoy will do, but it is important to keep in mind how much of the vodka you would still like to taste. The stronger the juice, the more dangerous the drink. To learn more about commercial-grade juice equipment, make sure to take advantage of SC Beverage’s 20 years of experience!

1. Cranberry

Cranberry juice is a no-brainer when it comes to classic vodka pairings. The juice is strong enough to mask a sub-par vodka if you’re not feeling like splurging. However, if you reduce the ratio of juice to vodka, then the cranberry becomes a delicious highlight to an excellent bottle as well.

Top Rated Vodka/Cranberry Cocktails: Cosmopolitan, Cape Codder

2. Grapefruit

Grapefruit juice can be a difficult mixer for vodka to get right due to its high acidity. However, it can create a brilliant kick when mixed correctly, especially if you’re using a second, sweeter fruit juice to balance your flavors.

Top Rated Vodka/Grapefruit Cocktails: Greyhound, Blushing Lady

3. Pineapple

Whether crushed or juiced, pineapple is sure to give your cocktail a tropical feeling right off the bat. Like vodka cocktails that use grapefruit juice, most of your pineapple-based cocktails will be trios, meaning they will use two or more fruit juices to achieve the desired flavor and consistency. If you want mixers for vodka that will give you an island vibe, pineapple is for you.

Top Rated Vodka/Pineapple Cocktails: Pearl Harbor, Bay Breeze

4. Orange

Orange juice is, without a doubt, one of the most widely used mixers for vodka cocktails. Although the screwdriver, fuzzy navel, and kamikaze have been highlighted here for their massive popularity, the list of possible cocktails is enormous. Orange juice is rather unique in its balance of sweet and sharp flavors, so it’s no wonder that it remains the juice most often associated with vodka.

Top Rated Vodka/Orange Cocktails: Screwdriver, Fuzzy Navel, Kamikaze

5. Tomato

If you aren’t a fan of savory cocktails, you may want to skip this one. Tomato juice is the key ingredient in the iconic Bloody Mary vodka cocktail and remains one of only a couple of drinks you can graciously order over breakfast or brunch. This mixer for vodka is a wonderful, vitamin-enriched way to get through an early breakfast with family even if you don’t have a sweet tooth.

Top Rated Vodka/Tomato Cocktails: Bloody Mary

6. Lemon

If you’re surprised to see lemon on this list of mixers for vodka and you’re over twenty-one, then you haven’t really lived yet. The lemon drop martini is a classic party drink that will elevate even the smallest of get-togethers. It’s essentially your chance to go full James Bond without having to drink a flavorless cocktail with an olive in it. Just enjoy the sugared rim and your new-found elegance.

Top Rated Vodka/Lemon Cocktails: Lemon Drop Martini

7. Lemonade

Most of us are familiar with the classic Arnold Palmer, a mix of lemonade and sweet ice tea. There are few things more refreshing on a summer’s day, with the possible exception of the John Daly. Named after another famous golfer, this drink spices up the traditional Arnold Palmer with a shot of vodka to make for a delicious and dangerously sneaky cocktail. If you’re looking for a simpler mix, then opt for a sweet tea flavored vodka.

Top Rated Vodka/Lemonade Cocktails: John Daly

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What are the Best Juices for Mimosas?

September 4, 2019December 24, 2019

Whether it’s a day out with the girls or a family brunch, mimosas are a refreshingly simple cocktail that has anchored themselves in American social life. In fact, they are practically expected at bridal showers and other female-centered events. So, if you’re at the age where everyone is getting married or having children, then you’re probably bored with them by now. This is the presumed reasoning behind mimosa bars, a brilliant idea to keep with the tradition of serving these mellow cocktails but with the opportunity for guests to be creative with their own concoctions. What are the best juices for mimosas and is it time for a mimosa bar?

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