🧡🍀 Orange You Glad It’s St. Patrick’s Day? 🍊

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While everyone else is full of green this St. Patrick’s Day, we at Ava’s are shaking things up with a bold splash of orange! Why? Because the season’s freshest, juiciest citrus has arrived, and we’re celebrating all things bright, zesty, and downright delicious.

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🍊🍊🍊 First up, Gold Nugget mandarins. Their bumpy peel hides juicy, seedless sweetness that’s pure gold. Then there’s the Tango mandarin—smooth, easy to peel, and packed with intense citrus flavor (It’s basically the VIP of easy-to-eat citrus). If you’re craving something bolder, grapefruit is your best friend. Slice it, juice it, or broil it with sugar for a caramelized treat. Pro tip: A pinch of salt tames the tartness and brings out its natural sweetness!

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🟠🟠🟠 Speaking of grapefruit, Fresh Victor’s Grapefruit & Sea Salt Cocktail Mixer takes all that vibrant citrus goodness and turns it into the perfect base for cocktails and mocktails alike. Just add tequila for a killer Paloma, vodka for a Salty Dog, or keep it simple with sparkling water and ice for a crisp, refreshing spritz. It’s balanced, bright, and a little bit fancy—just like you.

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🍪🍪🍪 And let’s not forget dessert! After all that citrus, you deserve something sweet, and Nikola’s Orange Dream Cookie Crisps are basically an orange creamsicle in cookie form. Crunchy, citrusy, and lightly creamy, they’re a nostalgic treat that’s impossible to eat just one of. Pair them with your afternoon coffee, crumble them over vanilla ice cream, or just snack on them by the handful.

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🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪 Sure, green may be the star of St. Patrick’s Day, but let’s not forget about orange—the other color on the Irish flag!The flag’s tricolor design symbolizes unity, with green representing Irish Catholics, orange for Irish Protestants, and white in the middle for peace between them. So in the spirit of harmony and bold flavors, why not give orange its well-deserved moment? Sip something citrusy, snack on something bright, and let’s toast to a St. Patrick’s Day that’s as delicious as it is colorful! 🍊🥂🍀

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☕️🐶 Coffee with Bark & Soda with Bite! 🥤🇮🇹

Looking for a bold coffee to start your day, or a refreshing soda to wind down? Black Dane Coffee and La Dolce Vita sodas have you covered—whether you need caffeine-fueled motivation or a fizzy escape to Italy. 🇮🇹

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Oakland’s Black Dane Coffee takes inspiration from Great Danes—big, bold, and full of character. Their three signature roasts bring the same energy:

• Zoe (Medium Dark/Peaberry Bean) 🏃‍♂️💨 – A rare Peaberry bean that’s extra smooth and packs a little more caffeine. It’s like espresso on turbo mode.
• Charlie (Medium Dark) 🔥 – A deep, balanced roast that plays well with any brewing method—like the Swiss Army knife of coffee.
• Abbie (Medium) 😌 – Mellow, rich, and smooth. Think of it as the coffee equivalent of a cozy blanket.

Fun Fact: Peaberry beans, like those in Zoe, develop as a single round bean instead of two halves, creating a more concentrated flavor.

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La Dolce Vita sodas capture the essence of Italy—without needing a passport. ✈️

• Bergamotto 🍊✨ – A citrusy, slightly bitter soda that feels like a fancy Aperol Spritz (minus the alcohol).
• Aranciata Rossa 🍊❤️ – A blood orange soda with the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Basically, Italian sunshine in a bottle. ☀️
• Chinotto 🍊😏 – Bitter, aromatic, and complex—like an old-school Italian film star.
• Limonata 🍋💥 – Zesty and bright, this lemon soda wakes up your taste buds faster than an unexpected text from your boss.

🎭 Fun Fact: Chinotto is like the espresso of sodas—bold, bitter, and not for the faint of heart. Italians love it, and if you do too, you’re officially an honorary Italian. 🇮🇹🎉

🍹 Pro Tip: Mix Aranciata Rossa with prosecco for an instant Italian spritz. Fancy brunch vibes, no effort required.

Recipe: ☘️ Ava’s Healthy Shamrock Shake 🥤

Craving that iconic minty shake but seeking a healthier twist? Our super-simple Organic Minty Green Smoothie captures the delightful flavors you love using wholesome, organic ingredients available right here at Ava’s. It’s a refreshing treat that’s both nutritious and delicious!

Did You Know: The original Shamrock Shake—created in 1967 to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day—was lemon/lime flavored, but it quickly transitioned to the now-famous mint flavor in the 1970s.

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup organic unsweetened almond milk
• 1 ripe frozen banana
• ½ ripe avocado
• 1 cup organic fresh spinach
• ¼ teaspoon organic peppermint extract
• 1 Tablespoon organic honey or maple syrup
• 1 cup ice cubes
• Optional: Organic whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the almond milk, frozen banana, avocado, spinach, peppermint extract, honey or maple syrup, and ice cubes. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Adjust Sweetness: Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or maple syrup.
3. Serve: Pour into a glass and, if desired, top with a dollop of organic whipped cream and a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings. Enjoy immediately!

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💚 Why You’ll Love It

• Nutritious & Delicious: Packed with vitamins and healthy fats from spinach and avocado.
• Naturally Sweetened: Uses natural sweeteners without refined sugars.
• Vibrant Green Hue: Achieves its festive color naturally, without artificial dyes.
• Quick & Easy: Ready in just minutes—a perfect on-the-go treat!