On Sat, 19 Mar 2005 12:10:14 -0600, Andy > wrote:

>I'm just starting to juice OJ.
>
>My question is what oranges to use to get the best yield?
>
>Hand reaming 'em with a cheap-o plastic device (does that sound
>perverse or what?!), I've gotten 1/2 cup from 2 Florida "Honey" oranges
>and the juice is very orange and a little tart.
>
>Andy

Valencias. My tree is loaded with fruit, some of the best I've ever
had, and it's over 15 years old. The squirrels are having a field day
with it, too.

Do NOT use navel oranges, they don't give up very much juice.
Valencias are by far the best juice orange.

Cathy