Strawberry Açaí Starbucks Refresher
Cool, fruity, and bursting with flavor — this homemade Strawberry Açaí Starbucks Refresher is a vibrant blend of berries, green tea, and citrus that’s perfect for warm days and easy sipping.
Servings 2 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh Strawberries extra as topping
- 1 Acai Berry Tea Bag
- 1 Green Tea Bag
- 2 cups Water divided
- ½ cup White Grape Juice divided
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice divided
- Ice Cubes for 2 glasses
- 1 tbsp White Sugar optional
Instructions
- Bring 1 cup of water to a boil, then steep both tea bags in a teapot or mug. Let it cool completely.
- Blend the strawberries with another cup of water until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh or nut milk bag to remove the seeds.
- Fill a large glass with ice and a few fresh strawberry slices.
- Add the grape juice, lemon juice, cooled tea, and strawberry mixture.
- Taste the drink and adjust the sweetness if needed.
- Garnish with extra strawberry slices, a lemon wedge, or a bit of mint for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Chill Ingredients for a Refreshing Drink: Use pre-chilled grape juice, water, and tea to make the refresher extra cool without needing excessive ice.
- Taste the refresher before adding sugar. The grape juice and strawberries often provide enough natural sweetness, but you can add honey, sugar, or a sugar substitute if you prefer it sweeter.
- Opt for ripe, fresh strawberries for a vibrant and naturally sweet flavor. Frozen strawberries can work in a pinch but may require defrosting and may dilute the drink when blended.
- Ensure you strain the blended strawberries well using a nut milk bag or fine sieve to avoid a grainy texture.
- For a more pronounced açaí taste, use two açaí tea bags or add a small amount of powdered açaí (if available).