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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.

Course Beverage
Cuisine American, Tropical
Keyword Acai, refresher, strawberry refresher
Servings 2 tall refresher drink
Author Pam

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

  1. 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!