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.
Equipment
- Large pitcher (50 oz or larger)
- Small Bowl
- Milk frother or mini whisk
- Long spoon
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Fine mesh strainer (optional)
- Knife & Cutting Board (for strawberry slices)
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
Instructions
- 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.
- Combine liquids: Scrape the slurry into a large pitcher. Stir in remaining cold water and white grape juice until fully mixed.
- 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.
- 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.