Looking for ways to keep your juice offerings consistent all year? As a juice company with 100 years of experience working with local groves, we know the ups and downs of citrus seasons. Let's share what we've learned about keeping your juice supply fresh and steady throughout the year.
Understanding Citrus Seasonality
Citrus fruits follow nature's calendar, with oranges and grapefruits peaking in winter, while lemons and limes shine in summer. At Kennesaw, we've built strong partnerships with growers across different regions to work with these natural cycles.
Weather and seasonal shifts have hit citrus availability hard lately. The Florida Citrus Statistics report shows how disease and extreme weather have cut Florida's output. These changes affect businesses through price spikes, quality issues from distant suppliers, and menu inconsistency.
1. Our Fresh-First Approach to Sourcing
After a century in the juice business, we've mastered the art of keeping juice flowing year-round. Our partnerships with family-owned groves stretch from California to Florida. Some of these relationships go back generations. We've watched saplings grow into mature trees to produce the finest citrus for juicing.
We rotate our sourcing to match each area's peak season. This ensures your juice stays fresh and delicious all year long.
2. Storage Solutions To Maintain Quality
Fresh juice needs proper care, and we've spent 100 years perfecting our methods. The key is keeping fresh juices properly chilled between 35-40°F – this sweet spot maintains that just-squeezed taste your customers love.
Our restaurant partners who follow our storage guidelines tell us their drinks taste better and last longer. They're serving more satisfied customers while reducing waste. That's what happens when you treat fresh juice with the respect it deserves.
3. Seasonal Menus: Working With Nature
Instead of fighting Mother Nature, we've learned to dance with her seasons. Winter brings us blood oranges bursting with flavor and ruby red grapefruits at their peak. Come summer, our lemons and key limes steal the show.
Our bar partners who embrace these natural cycles tell us their customers come back specifically for seasonal specialties. People love knowing they're getting the freshest seasonal citrus in their drinks.
4. Price Management
Managing seasonal price changes takes experience, and we've got plenty to share. The key is building trust with your customers through transparency. When they know they're getting premium juice from carefully selected groves, they understand the value.
We help our partners plan ahead for seasonal shifts. This means stocking up during peak seasons and creating special menu items that work with seasonal availability. Some of our most successful partners adjust their menus to highlight different citrus varieties as they reach their peak, turning seasonality into an advantage.
5. Partnership That Goes Beyond Supply
At Kennesaw, you're not just getting a juice supplier – you're gaining a partner with a century of expertise. Our connections with growers mean consistent quality year-round. Take our signature lemon and blood orange juices – we keep them flowing every season because we know your customers count on them.
We've learned every trick in the book about handling fresh juice, and we love sharing this knowledge with our partners. From storage tips to menu planning, we're here to help your business succeed. When you work with us, you tap into generations of juice-making wisdom.
6. Creative Solutions During Supply Gaps
Sometimes Mother Nature throws us a curveball, but we've learned to adapt. During tight supply periods, we work with our partners to create unique juice blends that keep customers happy. This might mean combining different citrus varieties or creating special seasonal blends that highlight available fruits.
Our fresh-squeezed alternatives and signature blends keep your menu exciting without compromising on taste. We've helped countless partners turn supply challenges into opportunities for menu innovation.
7. Building Knowledge Together
We share our century of juice expertise with every partner's team. Your staff becomes an extension of our juice family, learning everything from proper storage techniques to seasonal planning. This knowledge helps them serve better drinks and answer customer questions with confidence.
We've found that when staff understands the story behind the juice, where it comes from, how it's made, why it tastes so good, they serve it with pride. This enthusiasm spreads to customers, building loyalty to your business.
8. Planning Ahead
We watch market trends and harvest patterns closely to anticipate supply changes. This forward-thinking approach helps us prepare for seasonal transitions before they happen. We keep our partners informed about upcoming changes, so they're never caught off guard.
9. Making the Most of Peak Seasons
When citrus is at its peak, we help our partners shine. Creating special "Fresh Squeeze" events, working with local food enthusiasts, and developing unique juice combinations lets you take full advantage of the best nature has to offer. These peak season promotions give customers something special to look forward to throughout the year.
Your Fresh Juice Future Starts Here
Ready for consistently fresh, premium juice that keeps your customers coming back? We've spent 100 years perfecting our approach to year-round quality. Our juice experts are ready to design a supply program that works for your business.
Contact us today to explore premium sourcing options designed for your business needs.