National Orange Juice Day

National Orange Juice Day celebrates orange juice, the familiar citrus drink enjoyed fresh, from concentrate, or from the store. This American observance takes place annually on May 4 and highlights orange juice’s place in everyday meals, especially breakfast.

Orange juice was once difficult to enjoy regularly outside areas where oranges were grown. A history of National Orange Juice Day explains that pasteurization, canning, and improved distribution helped make the beverage more widely available across the United States. Frozen concentrated orange juice was introduced in 1948, offering a convenient product that could be stored and mixed with water at home.

The exact origins of National Orange Juice Day are not clearly documented. A food-history account of the observance identifies 2011 as its earliest located print reference and notes that other accounts credit the Florida Department of Citrus with promoting the holiday. Whatever its beginnings, May 4 is a chance to appreciate orange juice in its many forms, including varieties with or without pulp, and to enjoy its versatility beyond the breakfast table.

How to Observe National Orange Juice Day

Celebrate by pouring a glass of orange juice and choosing the style you enjoy most—freshly squeezed, from concentrate, with pulp, or without. You can also compare a few varieties in a small taste test or use orange juice as an ingredient in a smoothie, marinade, salad dressing, glaze, or dessert. Share a glass with a friend and enjoy this bright citrus drink beyond the breakfast table.

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