The Ingenious Way To Strain Fresh Fruit Juice With A Certain Coffee Tool

Homemade freshly squeezed juice is one of the most refreshing drinks out there, whether you're enjoying it for breakfast, a midday pick-me-up, or on a hot summer day. There's absolutely nothing wrong with juice from concentrate, but there's something extra satisfying about a freshly squeezed glass. The only thing that can be a hassle is straining the pulp — which is where your French press comes in.

Using a French press to strain your juice is an effortless and effective method for getting a smooth drink. Once you've blended your fruit juice (which you don't need a fancy juicer for), pour it into your French press, place the plunger in, and slowly push it all the way down. This will remove any seeds or pulp, giving you perfectly extracted juice without the mess of using a cheesecloth or mesh strainer. This works with anything from citrus fruits to melons and stone fruits –- just make sure the fruit is blended or mashed first.

Blending your fruit first is key to success, because while your French press is a good strainer, it's not a very effective juicer. Plus, blending it first ensures that the juice separates easily from the pulp when you strain it. It's also a good idea to wash your press thoroughly beforehand – because coffee-flavored juice probably isn't something you want. For the clearest juice possible, push the plunger down steadily and slowly to avoid pressing the pulp through.

Just like how you shouldn't leave coffee in your French press for too long, the same goes for juice. Pulp can stick to mesh strainers and become problematic if it dries, so it's best to transfer your juice to a glass and wash your French press immediately after using it. And if you don't like waste, keep the pulp and add it to your banana bread, muffins, soup, or sauce for some extra fiber. With this simple French press trick, you'll have fresh, smooth, and hassle-free juice every time.