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The Best Strawberry Acai Refresher Recipe (Starbucks Copycat!)

Your Ingredient List for a Pitcher of Pure Refreshment. A fast, budget-friendly Strawberry Acai Refresher made with freeze-dried fruit powders, white grape juice, and a touch of green coffee extract for that classic energy boost.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course: Beverages, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • The Flavor Base
  • 2 1/2 tsp freeze-dried strawberry powder intense berry flavor & color
  • 1 tsp freeze-dried acai powder subtle tartness & antioxidants
  • 3/4 tsp green coffee bean extract powder omit for caffeine-free
  • 2 tsp passion fruit puree add more to taste
  • The Liquid Foundation
  • 2 1/2 cups white grape juice sweet, fruity backbone
  • 3 cups cold water reserve 2 Tbsp to make slurry
  • For Serving
  • Ice & strawberry slices fresh, frozen, or freeze-dried; as needed

Equipment

  • Large pitcher (50 oz or larger)
  • Milk frother or mini whisk
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons
  • Knife & Cutting Board (for strawberry slices)
  • Small Bowl
  • Long spoon
  • Fine mesh strainer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Make the slurry: In a small bowl, whisk strawberry powder, acai powder, and green coffee extract with 2 Tbsp cold water using a milk frother or mini whisk until perfectly smooth.
  2. Combine liquids: Scrape the slurry into a large pitcher. Stir in remaining cold water and white grape juice until fully mixed.
  3. Add tropical tang: Stir in passion fruit puree. Taste and adjust with an extra 1/4 tsp at a time for more tang if desired.
  4. Chill, shake & serve: Refrigerate. Before pouring, stir or gently shake to redistribute. Serve over ice and garnish with strawberry slices.

Notes

Cost-saver: A 48-oz pitcher equals about three Grandes and can cut per-serving cost by 65%+ compared to store-bought. Storage: Keep concentrate chilled up to 4 days; shake before serving. Make it lighter: Swap part of the juice with more water or sparkling water.