Starbucks Strawberry Açaí Drink (Print View)

A fruity blend of strawberries, açaí powder, and green coffee extract for a refreshing energizing drink.

# Components:

→ Fruit Base

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon freeze-dried açaí powder
03 - 2 tablespoons white grape juice

→ Beverage

04 - 2 cups cold water
05 - 1/2 cup ice cubes
06 - 2 tablespoons simple syrup
07 - 1/2 teaspoon green coffee bean extract
08 - 1/2 lemon, juiced

→ Garnish

09 - Extra strawberry slices
10 - Fresh mint leaves

# Directions:

01 - Combine strawberries, açaí powder, and white grape juice in a blender. Blend until smooth consistency is achieved.
02 - Pour blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove seeds and pulp, creating a clear base.
03 - Add cold water, ice cubes, simple syrup, green coffee bean extract, and fresh lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well integrated.
04 - Taste the beverage and add additional simple syrup if needed to reach desired sweetness level.
05 - Pour refresher into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with strawberry slices and fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required
  • Vegan and gluten-free, perfect for various dietary preferences
  • Customizable sweetness and caffeine levels to suit your taste
  • Costs a fraction of the café price while tasting just as delicious
  • Packed with antioxidants from strawberries and açaí
02 -
  • Use frozen strawberries if fresh aren't available, but reduce the ice slightly for proper dilution
  • Make simple syrup in batches and store in the refrigerator for quick recipe assembly
  • Green coffee bean extract can be found at health food stores or online; a little goes a long way
  • For the most vibrant color, use high-quality freeze-dried açaí powder without additives
  • Taste before serving and adjust sweetness gradually to avoid over-sweetening
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