Fruit Smoothies

Fruit smoothies are blended beverages that combine whole fruit purées with fruit juices to create a thick, drinkable product with more body and texture than straight juice. Common combinations include strawberry and banana, mango and passionfruit, and mixed berry blends.

Smoothies have become a fixture of Australian café culture and are widely available as bottled ready-to-drink products in supermarkets and convenience stores. They’re positioned as a more substantial alternative to juice — something closer to a snack than a drink — and are popular as breakfast on the go or a post-exercise pick-me-up.

Commercial smoothies vary significantly in composition. Some are made almost entirely from fruit purée and juice, while others incorporate yoghurt, protein powders, or other additions. The best ones taste like someone just put actual fruit in a blender, which is essentially the idea.