
Few things beat the simple pleasure of squeezing your own oranges and pouring a glass of something that tastes genuinely alive. This is the kind of drink that reminds you how far a piece of fruit can take you — bright, sweet, and just a little tart depending on the oranges you grab. Navel oranges tend to be sweeter and easier to juice, while Valencia oranges bring a slightly more complex, tangy flavor, so you can tailor it to your mood. The optional pinch of salt is a small but smart touch that rounds out the natural sweetness without making it taste salty at all. Since it's nothing but fresh citrus and an optional pantry staple, there's zero guesswork about hidden dairy or additives — just pure fruit in a glass. Strain it smooth or leave the pulp in for extra texture; either way, it's best served the moment it's made.
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Halve 4 large oranges crosswise. Press each half firmly onto a citrus juicer and twist to extract the juice, working over a measuring cup or bowl until all halves are juiced — you should have about 2 cups of juice.
Pour the juice through a fine-mesh strainer into glasses to remove seeds and excess pulp, or skip the strainer if you prefer pulpy juice. Add a pinch of salt, if using, and stir briefly. Serve immediately.
