Five of the best immunity-boosting juices

FRUIT and vegetables rich in antioxidants can help boost your immune system and keep you feeling ready to take on the crisp Tassie winter. Venture out to these Hobart drink joints for a delicious, nutritious juice or smoothie.

The “green” smoothie from Pulp Friction Juice Bar. Picture: LUKE BOWDEN

FRUIT and vegetables rich in antioxidants can help boost your immune system and keep you feeling ready to take on the crisp Tassie winter. Venture out to these five Hobart drink joints for a delicious, nutritious juice or smoothie.

Pulp Friction, 5/110-114 Collins St, Hobart

Nestled in the Trafalgar complex in the city, Pulp Friction have you sorted from energising snack bowls to refreshing drinks. The smoothie menu is no exception, bursting with nutrient-packed ingredients. Try the Vampire Slayer shot, made with lemon, ginger, turmeric and the metabolism-boosting goodness of cayenne; or the popular Dark Matter, made with an assortment of greens, blackcurrants, banana, apple and protein- and vitamin B-rich spirulina.

Adam Bourke of Pulp Friction with the Vampire Slayer consisting of lemon, ginger, turmeric, cayenne. Picture: NIKKI DAVIS-JONES

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Sweet Sassafras, 279 Elizabeth St, North Hobart

After its opening on February 28, this cosy space is gaining a small legion of regular patrons. The hot ginger and apple juice is perfect for settling an upset stomach while keeping toasty as winter sets in. The cold-pressed juice is made from Our Mates’ Farm apples in Geeveston. Fresh Australian ginger is added, the mixture is steamed and served warm with cinnamon ($4.50).

Tasmanian Juice Press, 100 Elizabeth St, Hobart

Chloe Proud’s range of custom-blended juices are stocked by an array of popular local businesses, including retailer Vita Real Food Store, Born in Brunswick, Honey Brown, Pilgrim Coffee and Ruckus Fried Chicken. Some of the delicious combinations include watermelon, raspberry and apple; pineapple, apple and mint; or organised by simple themes including antioxidants, citrus, greens or berry fruits.

Kombi Cafe & Smoothie Bar, 69 Hampden Rd, Battery Point

This funky gluten-free cafe effortlessly blends with the Battery Point brick buildings but holds its own as a modern and relaxed healthy hideaway. The specials board changes weekly, featuring cold-pressed juices from apple and pineapple to cucumber and celery. The Unbelievably Pear-fect smoothie is high in iron and antioxidants, featuring spinach, turmeric, pear, banana and coconut water.