Starbucks Pink Drink Copycat Recipe

Introduction

The Starbucks Pink Drink is a refreshing, fruity beverage that’s perfect for warm days or anytime you crave a sweet treat. This copycat recipe brings the delicious combination of strawberry and coconut milk right to your kitchen, making it easy to enjoy this popular drink at home.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Ocean Spray white cranberry-strawberry juice
• ½ teaspoon liquid green coffee bean extract (optional)
• ⅓ cup freeze-dried strawberries
• Ice (crushed or cubed)
• 1 cup sweetened coconut milk (original or vanilla flavor, from a carton)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pour 1 cup of Ocean Spray white cranberry-strawberry juice into a large measuring cup. Add ½ teaspoon of liquid green coffee bean extract if using, and stir to combine.
2. Step 2: Stir in ⅓ cup of freeze-dried strawberries, then let the mixture sit for 2 to 4 minutes to allow the strawberries to infuse the juice.
3. Step 3: Fill serving glasses with your preferred amount of ice.
4. Step 4: Pour the infused juice mixture over the ice evenly among the glasses.
5. Step 5: Top each glass with half of the 1 cup of sweetened coconut milk. Serve immediately, and stir the coconut milk into the juice before drinking for best flavor.

Tips & Variations

• Use freeze-dried strawberries for a concentrated flavor without watering down the drink.
• Swap sweetened coconut milk for almond or oat milk for a different but delicious twist.
• If you want a caffeine boost, don’t skip the liquid green coffee bean extract; otherwise, feel free to omit it.
• Add a splash of vanilla extract for an extra layer of sweetness.

Storage

This Pink Drink is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to store it, keep the juice and coconut milk separate in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Combine and stir just before serving to maintain the best flavor and texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh strawberries instead of freeze-dried?

Fresh strawberries can be used, but they may dilute the drink and won’t infuse the juice as intensely. Freeze-dried strawberries provide a stronger flavor without adding extra liquid.

What can I substitute for liquid green coffee bean extract?

If you don’t have liquid green coffee bean extract, you can omit it. It adds a subtle caffeine kick and slight complexity but is not essential to the overall flavor.

Starbucks Pink Drink Copycat Recipe

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This Starbucks Pink Drink Copycat Recipe recreates the beloved refreshing beverage with a blend of white cranberry-strawberry juice, freeze-dried strawberries, and creamy sweetened coconut milk. Perfectly chilled over ice, this vibrant pink drink is a deliciously fruity and creamy treat that’s easy to make at home.

• Author: Mia
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Category: Beverages
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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Juice Mixture

• 1 cup Ocean Spray white cranberry-strawberry juice
• ½ teaspoon liquid green coffee bean extract (optional)
• ⅓ cup freeze-dried strawberries

Other Ingredients

• Ice (crushed or cubed), as desired
• 1 cup sweetened coconut milk (from a carton; original or vanilla flavor)

Instructions

1. Combine juice and green coffee extract: Pour 1 cup of the white cranberry-strawberry juice into a large measuring cup, then add ½ teaspoon of liquid green coffee bean extract if using. Stir well to combine.
2. Infuse freeze-dried strawberries: Stir in ⅓ cup freeze-dried strawberries into the juice mixture. Allow the strawberries to infuse for 2 to 4 minutes to release their flavor and color.
3. Prepare serving glasses: Fill serving glasses with your preferred amount of crushed or cubed ice.
4. Assemble the drink: Pour the infused juice mixture evenly over the ice in each glass.
5. Add coconut milk topping: Top each glass with half of 1 cup of sweetened coconut milk, pouring it gently over the juice. Stir before drinking to combine the creamy coconut milk with the fruity juice.

Notes

• Liquid green coffee bean extract is optional but adds a slight coffee flavor and antioxidants.
• Freeze-dried strawberries infuse quickly and provide vibrant color and flavor without diluting the drink.
• Use sweetened coconut milk for the authentic creamy sweetness; original or vanilla flavor works well.
• Adjust ice quantity to preference for more or less dilution.
• For a vegan and dairy-free treat, this recipe naturally fits with the coconut milk and plant-based ingredients.

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