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Peach Juice

If you want to capture the pure essence of peaches in a glass, then peach juice is the way to go. Make peach juice or peach nectar with ease at home!
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
processing time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 cups
Calories 236kcal
Author Beth Neels
Cost $10

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 pounds peaches
  • water if needed to achieve the desired texture

Instructions

  • Wash peaches well. Gently rub off peach fuzz with your hands. Halve them. Remove the pit with a paring knife.
    8 pounds peaches
  • Chop up the pieces so that they fit in your juicer.
  • Add the slices to the hopper. Set up bowls to catch the juice and the skins. We use the Kitchenaid with the vegetable strainer attachment.
  • If you don’t have a food mill, mash the peaches or process just a few pulses with your food processor.
  • Line your fine mesh strainer with several layers of cheesecloth.
  • Strain the mash. Let it strain at least of few hours or overnight.
  • Heat up the juice until it begins to boil, and prepare your jars. Ladle hot juice into hot jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace. Remove air bubbles with a non-metallic tool. Wipe the rims of the jars clean with a damp paper towel. Center lid on jar. Screw on the bands fingertip tight.
    water
  • Process pint jars in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes, adjusting for altitude. (See altitude adjustment in recipe below).

Notes

  1. Beverages:
    • Smoothies: Blend peach juice with yogurt, other fruits, and some ice for a delicious smoothie.
    • Cocktails/Mocktails: Peach juice can be a base for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Add some champagne or prosecco, garnish with fresh mint leaves for a delicious peach bellini!
    • Tea: Add peach juice to iced tea for a fruity twist.
  2. Desserts:
    • Gelatin: Use peach juice as a base for making fruit-flavored gelatin.
    • Sorbet: Create a refreshing peach sorbet using peach juice, sugar, and an ice cream maker.
    • Popsicles: Freeze peach juice in popsicle molds for a simple and refreshing treat.
  3. Cooking:
    • Marinade: Combine peach juice with herbs and spices to create a marinade for poultry or pork.
    • Glaze: Reduce peach juice with some sugar and vinegar to create a glaze for grilling.
    • Sauces: Make sauces for desserts, meats, and salads by reducing the juice down.
  4. Baking:
    • Muffins and Cakes: Use peach juice to replace part of the liquid in recipes for added flavor.
    • Fruit Bread: Add peach juice to bread recipes for a fruity aroma and taste.
  5. Preservation:
    • Jelly or Jam: Use peach juice as a base for making peach jelly or jam.
    • Peach Syrup: Reduce peach juice with sugar to make a syrup to enjoy on pancakes, waffles, or ice cream.
  6. Dressings and Vinaigrettes: Mix peach juice with vinegar, oil, and seasonings to make a fruity salad dressing.
  7. Facial and Skin Care:
    • Face Masks: The vitamins and minerals in peach juice can benefit the skin. Mix it with other fresh ingredients to create homemade face masks.
    • Facial Toners: The natural acidity of peach juice can make it suitable for use as a mild facial toner.
  8. Frozen Storage: 
    • Freeze peach juice in ice cube trays. Once frozen, transfer to bags and store. Use the frozen cubes in smoothies, cooking, or drinks.
Altitude adjustment
0-1000 feet – 10 minutes
1000-3000 feet – 15 minutes
3000-6000 feet – 20 minutes
above 6000 feet – 25 minutes
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 485mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg