Homemade Starbucks Strawberry Açaí (Print version)

Vibrant strawberry and açaí blend with a hint of green coffee extract for a refreshing drink.

# 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

# Directions:

01 - In a blender, combine the strawberries, açaí powder, and white grape juice. Blend until smooth.
02 - Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove seeds and pulp.
03 - Add cold water, ice cubes, simple syrup, green coffee bean extract, and lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more simple syrup.
05 - Pour into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with extra strawberry slices and fresh mint if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal effort
  • Vegan and gluten-free, suitable for various dietary preferences
  • Customizable sweetness and optional caffeine boost
  • Uses simple, accessible ingredients you can find at most grocery stores
  • Costs a fraction of the coffee shop version
02 -
  • Blend the fruit mixture for at least 30 seconds to ensure the açaí powder is fully incorporated and no clumps remain
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving for an extra-cold experience
  • Make a large batch of the strained strawberry-açaí base and refrigerate for up to 3 days—just add water, ice, and other ingredients when ready to serve
  • Start with less simple syrup than you think you need; you can always add more, but you can't take it away
  • For the most authentic Starbucks flavor, the green coffee bean extract is key—find it at health food stores or online
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