Juicing Shemitah fruits
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Question
20. May one squeeze pomegranate juice?
Answer
Fruits and vegetables that are commonly designated for juicing, such as carrots, pomegranates, apples, and the like, raise a doubt as to whether it is permitted to squeeze them [for one can argue that since this is the usual way of using them, this is not considered “sweat,” and even though the reason mentioned in the previous paragraph—that this is viewed as crushing the fruit—does not apply here], and there is room to be lenient.
Source
Mishnah (Terumot 11:3); Rambam (Shemittah 5:3; Terumot 11:2); Mishnah Berurah (Orach Chaim 320:22); Chazon Ish (Shevi'it 25:32); Shir HaShirim (8:2); Zimrah Leshimcha (Shemittah, issue 3).
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