This creamy fruity drink is reminiscent of Starbucks’ pink drink. It is cute, refreshing, and reminds me of a pink starburst.
Have you tried the Starbucks pink drink that is blowing up Instagram?
They look so good, and you want to order one but it costs $5! Well, now you can make your own at home with this recipe for a copycat version that will cost about $2 or less per drink.
It is fruity yet creamy. If you like pink starbursts, you’ll love this drink. Plus it’s hecka cute to sip on while shopping or running errands.
This recipe is very easy to make and it tastes just like the real thing.
If you don’t want to make a Starbucks run or are just plain socially awkward when ordering off of Starbucks’ secret menu like me give this homemade Starbucks pink drink recipe a try.
Why I Love This Drink
- Cheap: Make multiple servings of this drink for what you’d pay for one Starbucks beverage.
- Easy: This drink is ready in minutes with just 4 common ingredients (plus ice).
- Coffee Free: Not a java fan? This drink uses tea instead of coffee.
History
The Pink drink on the Starbucks menu is officially called a Strawberry Acai Refresher. It was originally a secret menu drink, but its popularity made it an official drink. It is believed to have been inspired by the Asian beverage strawberry milk tea.
This drink was first introduced at the end of 2009.
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Ingredient Notes
- Acai Tea: Acai tea is a green tea blend of naturally occurring substances including antioxidants, amino acids, and mono sugars. It has been tied to health benefits and weight loss. However, in this recipe, we’ll use it to add flavor and a caffeine boost. You can use your favorite tea blend. Passionfruit, green tea, or even vanilla would be yummy options.
- Strawberries: You can use fresh or frozen.
- Coconut Milk: Coconut milk is a white, semi-solid food produced from soaking and grinding raw coconut with hot water. The raw coconut meat is grated down to form a slurry and the slurry is then heated in water. It has more fat than typical non-dairy milk leading to an ultra-creamy drink. Look for it in the Asian section of your grocery store.
How To Make the Starbucks Pink Drink At Home
- Blend: Combine strawberries, sugar, tea, and ice in the blenders.
- Pour in coconut milk.
How To Hull Strawberries
To easily hull strawberries insert a knife near the stem. Turn the strawberry (not the knife) to cut around the tough center. Discard the hulls. To skip this step you can use frozen or precut berries.
Does This Drink Contain Caffeine?
Because of the tea, this drink does contain a small amount of caffeine. If serving to kids or sensitive individuals decaf tea can be substituted.
Tips
- Adjust the sugar to your desired level of sweetness. You could also use simple syrup, honey, or a sugar-free option if desired.
- Serve in a tall glass with a straw.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or your favorite berries to make it your own.
- Use fruit juice ice cubes to avoid a watered-down drink.
- Steep your tea for as long or short as you prefer. I usually go for around 3-5 minutes.
More Starbucks Copycat Recipes
Starbucks Strawberries and Cream Frappuccino
Starbucks Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
Starbucks Raspberry Swirl Pound Cake
Starbucks Pink Drink
Ingredients
- 12 Large Strawberries Hulled
- 1½ Tablesppons Granulated Sugar
- ¾ Cup Acai Green Tea Chilled
- 1 Cup Ice Cubes
- ¾ Cup Coconut Milk
Instructions
- Place 8 strawberries, sugar, chilled tea ,and ice in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Divide drink between 2 large glasses. Top with coconut milk.
- Garnish with remaining strawberries if desired.
Notes
- Acai Tea: You can use your favorite tea blend. Passionfruit, green tea, or even vanilla would be yummy options.
- Strawberries: You can use fresh or frozen.
- Coconut Milk: Coconut milk is a white, semi-solid food produced from soaking and grinding raw coconut with hot water. Look for it in the Asian section of your grocery store
- Adjust the sugar to your desired level of sweetness. You could also use simple syrup, honey, or a sugar-free option if desired.
- Serve in a tall glass with a straw.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or your favorite berries to make it your own.
- Use fruit juice ice cubes to avoid a watered-down drink.
- Steep your tea for as long or short as you prefer. I usually go for around 3-5 minutes.
Nutrition
adapted via We Are Not Martha
This looks like the Starbucks version. And much less expensive too!
I haven’t tried the pink drink yet at Starbucks but I can’t wait to make my own now! This sounds wonderful!