Seasonal Fruit Variation


Natalie's squeezes Florida oranges and grapefruit during all 12 months of the year. There are over 15 different orange varieties grown in Florida, each with its own unique flavor, color, and aroma. We strive to produce a uniform juice; however, there will always be a variation in taste due to the varieties used. We always use the sweetest most mature fruit available to make our juice.

Below is the chronological description of what to expect orange juice to look and taste like throughout the year:

January - March: During this time, the mid-season oranges, such as Pineapple Oranges, are the predominant variety used in our juice. The juice is aromatic, full of body and a bright orange color.

March - September: During this time, we use late season oranges with the main variety being Valencia Oranges. Many consider this juice to be the best of the year. It is very aromatic, full of body and deep orange in color.

October - December: Perhaps the most noticeable change in our juice occurs between September and October, when Valencia season ends and the early oranges (i.e. Hamlin Oranges) begin. We minimize this change by holding our Valencias to blend with the early oranges during October and November.

Whether you prefer fresh squeezed or pasteurized, we think Natalie's makes the best, most consistent juice worldwide. Once you experience our juice, we hope you will think so too.