Where I am from, fresh squeezed orange juice is a delicacy that will probably cost you nearly $5 a glass. Here in Spain, it is the norm, not the exception. I remember when I first came and saw my in-laws making fresh squeezed orange juice every morning I initially thought they must be rich to afford such a luxury. But then I realized it was at all the normal cafes and indeed was perceived as normal.
Spain is the biggest producer and exporter of oranges to Europe and the fifth biggest worldwide. Around 75% of oranges in Spain are grown in Valencia region (where we usually stay). There are hundreds of varieties of oranges and the ones used for juicing are usually the "Valencia" variety: thin skinned, containing seeds, with little meat and quite acidic. They are pretty affordable and one can easily acquire a juicer and, voila, fresh squeezed orange juice.
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