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Make your favorite Starbucks drink at home with this easy 5-minute strawberry acai refresher! Bursting with juicy strawberry flavors and a hint of acai, raspberry, and lemon, this refreshing copycat recipe is the ultimate summer thirst quencher!
Why Make the Starbucks Pink Drink at Home
Once you realize how easy it actually is to make this Starbucks strawberry acai refresher recipe from scratch, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner!
- Quick and easy. Just 5 minutes and a few simple ingredients for a homemade pick-me-up.
- Easy to customize. Make it just the way you like it by adjusting the sweetness and caffeine level and adding your own touch!
- Save money. Skip the Starbucks prices and make it at home for a fraction of the cost!
Ingredient Notes
All other ingredients and measurements can be found in the recipe card towards the bottom of this post.
- Strawberries. I highly recommend using fresh, ripe strawberries if you can! It just brings out the best and freshest flavors. But you can also use frozen strawberries, freeze-dried strawberries, or strawberry syrup.
- Acai powder. Adds a deep berry flavor and vibrant color. A little goes a long way! This is the powder I use. Grab it online or in grocery stores near the tea aisle.
- White grape juice. The base of our drink. White grape juice keeps it closest to the Starbucks version, but apple juice works too.
- Green tea. Use regular green tea or decaffeinated. You can also use green coffee bean extract or black tea for a stronger flavor.
- Lemon juice. Adds a citrusy kick, adjust the amount to taste. Freshly squeezed is best!
- Raspberries. Adds a tart, fruity flavor. Substitute with blackberries or cherries.
- Garnish. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices, a sprig of mint, a lemon wedge, or a sprinkle of chia seeds.
Recipe Variations
- Add sweetened coconut milk. Add a little coconut milk for a creamy version of this pink drink at home.
- Add passion fruit puree or mango chunks for a tropical twist.
- Strawberry lemonade version. Simply replace white grape juice with lemonade.
- Turn it into a fun summer cocktail. Mix in a splash of vodka, rum, or prosecco.
How to Make Strawberry Acai Refresher
Step One. Add the strawberries, raspberries and acai powder to a high speed blender and blitz until smooth.
Step Two. Strain through a muslin cloth or fine sieve. Pour into the jar with the juice and stir until it’s combined.
Step Three. To serve, using two glasses, layer crushed ice and a few sliced fresh strawberries, then pour the strawberry acai drink over and top with a sprig of mint.
Tips for Strawberry Refresher Acai
- Dissolve acai powder properly. Mix acai powder with a small amount of warm water before adding it to the drink to prevent clumps.
- Brew the green tea strong. If using green tea, steep it longer than usual (about 5 minutes) to enhance the flavor without making it bitter.
- If you like a sweeter drink, add a touch of honey, agave, or simple syrup. If you prefer it tarter, add an extra splash of lemon juice.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, this Starbucks refresher has caffeine from the green tea. You can use decaf green tea if you want a caffeine-free drink.
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Strawberry Acai Refresher
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup white grape juice or apple juice
- 1 cup cold green tea, regular or decaffeinated
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1½ cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup raspberries, or passion fruit
- ¼ tsp acai powder
Garnish
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Ice, crushed
- Sprig of mint, optional
Instructions
- Make the base: Use a jug that will hold at least 3 cups. Add the grape or apple juice, green tea, and lemon juice. Stir.
- Add the strawberries, raspberries and acai powder to a high speed blender and blitz until smooth. Strain through a muslin cloth or fine sieve. Pour into the jar with the juice and stir until it's combined.
- To serve, using two glasses, layer crushed ice and a few sliced fresh strawberries, then pour the drink over and top with a sprig of mint.
Notes
- Dissolve acai powder properly. Mix acai powder with a small amount of warm water before adding it to the drink to prevent clumps.
- Brew the green tea strong. If using green tea, steep it longer than usual (about 5 minutes) to enhance the flavor without making it bitter.
- If you like a sweeter drink, add a touch of honey, agave, or simple syrup. If you prefer it tarter, add an extra splash of lemon juice. You can also add coconut milk for a creamier drink.
- Store leftovers in a jar with a lid and refrigerate for 2 days. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
