Prepare fresh pineapple juice for a refreshing summertime drink. This homemade recipe is made with fresh pineapple and has the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Takes less than 10 minutes to prepare!
I love all kinds of juice throughout the warmer months, but my favourite remains pineapple juice. It has the right amount of tartness and sweetness to make your taste buds zing! I've made with a slow juicer and a blender, and the juice is ready within minutes.
Ingredients
Fresh ripe pineapples - for the best taste, I use freshly bought pineapples and do not use unripe pineapples. Typically a very green pineapple will be unripe. I have noticed the best pineapples for juicing have a sweet aroma at the base and slight give when pressed—this ensures maximum juice sweetness and avoids a too-tart flavour.
Also, ripe pineapples contain more natural sugars and softer fibres, making the final juice smoother.
Optional additions:
Fresh ginger - I have used a small piece of ginger as I love the flavour in drinks. I also add ginger daily to my cup of Karak Chai.
Sugar - have a taste of the pineapples or juice and add see if you need extra sugar or sweetener to achieve the right amount of sweetness for you. Granulated sugar is a good option as it doesn't impart flavour of its own.
Chaat masala or black salt
Mint leaves - to serve. I love adding mint leaves which add their own freshness. Also, it looks fancy!
I use any leftover pineapple to make Coconut and Pineapple Thai Fried Rice, Chilli Cheese and Pineapple Parcels or Air Fryer Grilled Pineapple.
How to make Pineapple Juice
Full measurements can be found in the recipe card below
You will need a chopping board and large sharp knife. Sharp chef's knife is the best to cut pineapples.
Start by cutting off the top and bottom of the pineapple.
Cut the pineapple into half. Remove the core of the pineapple. Cut the pineapple into small pieces
Slice off the pineapple skin, being careful not to remove too much of the flesh.
Discard the outer skin.
Blender Method (without a juicer)
Place the pineapple slices in a blender alongside any additions such as ginger.
Blend the pineapple until it becomes a smooth puree. If the pineapple is too thick, you can add a little bit of water to help it blend better.
Strain the pineapple puree through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove any pulp or fibre. Discard the solid material.
Taste the juice and add sugar if needed to sweeten to your desired taste.
Juicer Method
For the juice extractor method, ensure to cut the pineapple into smaller pieces to fit down the juicer chute.
You can transform the remaining pulp by adding into smoothies or add to popsicles.
Use as a replacement for pineapple chunks in this Tropical Smoothie.
How to store
Enjoy fresh juice immediately for best results.
Store leftover juice in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. I give it a shake if it has separated.
Other Drink Recipes
Apple Martini (non-alcoholic)
Hibiscus Basil Seeds Summer Cooler
Cardamom Mojito (alcohol free)
Masala Tea (chai)
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Fresh Pineapple Juice Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 Blender or juicer
Ingredients
- 1 small pineapple ripe
- 1 inch ginger fresh
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- First prepare pineapple by cutting off top and bottom part of the pineapple using a sharp knife.
- Remove the core of the pineapple. Cut into small pineapple pieces.
- Cut the pineapple in to half.
- Remove the core of the pineapple.
- Cut the pineapple into small pieces.
- Discard the outer skin
Blender Method (without a juicer)
- Place the pineapple slices in a blender alongside any additions such as ginger.
- Blend the pineapple until it becomes a smooth puree. If the pineapple is too thick, you can add a little bit of water to help it blend better.
- Strain the pineapple puree through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove any pulp or fiber. Discard the solid material.
- Taste the juice and add sugar if needed to sweeten to your desired taste.
Juicer Method
- For the juice extractor method, ensure to cut the pineapple into smaller pieces to fit down the juicer chute.
- You can transform the remaining pulp by adding into smoothies or add to popsicles.
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Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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Ramona says
This recipe is perfect for summer as it is coming up quite fast. This fresh pineapple juice looks super refreshing and delicious! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Tayler Ross says
I loved reading about all the benefits of pineapple juice- I had no idea! Can't wait to try making some!
Kathleen says
This quick and easy to make pineapple juice is very refreshing and delicious.
Shadi Hasanzade says
I love your amazing drink with pineapple and beautiful style and photography.
Erik says
Very useful. Pineapple is my fave fruit so I really enjoyed this!
Min says
We love pineapple juice and the ginger add was fabulous! Thank you!
Lisa says
This fresh pineapple juice is soooo good! So much better than store bought!
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says
Our favorite drink when we go back to India is this pineapple juice (after mango). I sae your post and had to make this at home and we loved it. Love the idea of adding some ginger.
Enri says
Delicious and refreshing! Making this pineapple juice brought memories of my mom and grandma, who both used to give us fruit juices. Thanks for the inspiration.
Katie Crenshaw says
I learned so much about pineapple juice! And of course, the homemade pineapple juice was delicious! It was quick and easy to make.
Lauren Michael Harris says
This pineapple juice is the perfect recipe for spring and summer. The kids and I had so much fun. making our own!
Sean says
It is already 90F where I live and this pineapple juice was a perfect refreshment after gardening.
Marta says
This fresh pineapple juice gave me the boost of energy I needed this afternoon. Your instructions made it so easy to prepare, too!
Bernice says
Pineapple juice is one of my favourite fruit juices but I've never made it before. I know the first thing I'd do is make a pina colada!
Do you think the pineapple solids could be baked into a cake like you would applesauce.
Gloria says
This drink will make you feel like you are in the tropics. Perfect for a hot summer day. I love fresh pineapple.