Starbuck Strawberry Acai Refresher Copycat
This Starbuck strawberry acai refresher copycat has all the fruity, refreshing flavor of the original without that big price tag. So easily made at home to enjoy anytime you want a most refreshing and delightful beverage.
With summer here, I’m in full cold drink mode. I love entertaining, and the best way to cool off on a hot day is with a glass of something cold! Fruity drinks like this berry kombucha mule or a rich, creamy berry banana funfetti milkshake are perfect for keeping guests cool and refreshed while we enjoy each other and the sunny days.
Beverages are always a big part of my summer, and so is Starbucks. Well, Starbucks copycat recipes, at least. I love Starbucks so much, but I don’t love the price tag. So I make my own! This copycat Starbuck strawberry acai refresher gives my guests all that bright, refreshing flavor and a kick of caffeine without a kick to my wallet!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple Ingredients: This recipe uses simple ingredients, so it’s easy to find everything you need at stores or easily online.
- Easy: All you have to do is mix and enjoy. It’s so easy!
- Refreshing Flavor: The fruity blend of flavors makes this ice-cold drink the perfect summer refreshment. A blend of fresh strawberries, grape juice, acai and passion fruit powders, and matcha or green coffee bean powder creates a light, refreshing drink with a kick of caffeine.
- A Nice Kick: Using matcha powder or green coffee bean powder gives this refreshing drink a nice kick of caffeine.
Ingredients
The acai powder, passion fruit juice powder, green coffee bean extract powder, matcha powder are all available on Amazon. I’ve linked them in the recipe card at the bottom of the post, along with the exact amounts of all the ingredients.
- White grape juice
- Cold water
- Fresh strawberries – diced or sliced
- Acai powder
- Passion fruit juice powder
- Green coffee bean extract powder or, green tea matcha powder
- Ice cubes
Variations
- White Grape Juice: Apple juice works well in place of white grape juice.
- Strawberries: Your favorite fresh berries can be used in place of strawberries.
- Caffeine-Free: Omit the green coffee or matcha.
- Make it Sweeter: Add a tablespoon of agave, honey, or maple syrup.
How to Make Starbuck Strawberry Acai Refresher
- Stir the acai powder and cold water in a measuring cup or shake vigorously in a mason jar with a lid.
- Add the other powders and mix again.
- Add the strawberries and mix once more. Then, add the grape juice and mix a final time.
- Fill two glasses with ice, pour the refresher into each glass, and stir to chill. Enjoy!
Tips
- Wash your berries just before using them. Never wash berries in advance, as they can mold easily.
- Multiply this recipe by as much as you like to serve a crowd.
- The extract powders are great for other smoothies, cooking, and dessert recipes, so it’s worth ordering them!
Copycat Starbuck Strawberry Acai Refresher FAQ
The Starbuck strawberry acai refresher is made with white grape juice, sugar, freeze-dried strawberries, and natural flavors.
This refresher contains approximately 45 milligrams of caffeine, which is less than the amount in a cup of coffee.
Yes, you can. Feel free to make a big batch up to 24 hours before serving your guests.
More Starbucks Copycat Recipes
If you love Starbucks as much as I do, then check out these other delicious copycats!
- Starbucks Strawberry and Creme Frappuccino Copycat
- Copycat Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Latte
- Copycat Starbucks Double Chocolate Brownies
Starbuck Strawberry Acai Refresher Copycat
This Starbuck strawberry acai refresher copycat has all the fruity, refreshing flavor of the original without that big price tag. A blend of fresh strawberries, grape juice, acai and passion fruit powders, and matcha or green coffee bean powder creates a light, refreshing drink with a kick of caffeine.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups white grape juice
- 1 1/2 cups ice cold water or sparkling water
- 1/4- 1/3 cup sliced or cubed fresh strawberries
- 1 tsp acai powder
- 1/2 tsp passion fruit juice powder
- 1/2 tsp green coffee bean extract powder or green tea extract powder (Matcha)
- ice cubes enough to fill two glasses
- 1 tsp liquid sweetener if you want a sweeter refresher, agave, honey, or maple syrup all work
Instructions
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Grab a mason jar with a lid or glass measuring cup. Pour the cold water in and then add in the acai powder. Stir vigorously or cover the jar and shake to combine well. Add in the other two extract powders and mix or shake again until combined. Pour back into the large glass measuring cup and stir again. Gently toss in the prepared strawberries. Mix just to combine into the liquid. 2. Now, add in the grape just and mix again. 3. Fill each glass with ice. Pour refresher into each glass. Stir just to get the refresher nice and cold. Add a straw and sip away!
Recipe Notes
Storage
- If you make a big batch for a party, you can refrigerate leftovers for up to three days.
Tips
- Wash your berries just before using them. Never wash berries in advance, as they can mold easily.
- Multiply this recipe by as much as you like to serve a crowd.
- The extract powders are great for other smoothies, cooking, and dessert recipes, so it’s worth ordering them!
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