Starbucks Strawberry Açaí Drink (Printable)

A bright strawberry and açaí blend with green coffee for a refreshing, energizing beverage.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

# How To Make It:

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 for refined texture.
03 - Add cold water, ice cubes, simple syrup, green coffee bean extract, and lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir thoroughly to combine all elements.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding additional simple syrup if needed.
05 - Pour into ice-filled glasses. Garnish with strawberry slices and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to prepare, ready in just 10 minutes.
  • Uses simple, wholesome ingredients you can find easily.
  • Offers a refreshing, naturally fruity flavor with a caffeine boost.
  • Vegan and gluten-free, suitable for many dietary preferences.
  • Customizable sweetness and optional fizz for personalized enjoyment.
02 -
  • Use ripe, flavorful strawberries for the best taste.
  • Straining removes seeds for a smoother drink texture.
  • Adjust the amount of green coffee extract carefully to balance flavor without bitterness.
  • Simple syrup sweetness can be tailored to match your preference or to compensate for sweeter or tarter fruit.
  • Prepare the fruit base ahead and keep chilled to save time when serving guests.
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