What’s in the Pink Drink at Starbucks? What does it taste like? We’ll tell you all that and more, including how to make your own Pink Drink at home!
Are you into refreshing, fruity flavored drinks? You need to try a Pink Drink at Starbucks! This summery concoction will take you away to tropical places full of sunshine when it’s cold and gloomy outside. Of course, it’s also the perfect fruity refresher on a hot, sunny day!
Not only that but it’s absolutely gorgeous to look at, too. The pastel pink color and floating strawberries are enough to cheer anyone up on a gloomy day. It’s so beautiful, you’ll want to snap a selfie with your Pink Drink to post on Instagram!
Today, we’re going to tell you exactly what’s in the Pink Drink at Starbucks, exactly what it tastes like, how to make your own Pink Drink at home, and more! Let’s dive in!
What’s in the Pink Drink at Starbucks?
The Pink Drink at Starbucks is made from a strawberry, acai base combined with coconut milk and topped with freeze-dried strawberries. The strawberry acai base contains white grape juice, natural green coffee flavor, and other fruit and vegetable juices.
A number of customizations are also available, including a selection of regular and sugar-free sweeteners and milk/dairy alternatives. The drink can be topped with cold foam if desired and you can add a splash of black, green, or passion tango tea.
Is Pink Drink from Starbucks good?
The Pink Drink from Starbucks is a delicious, light, and refreshing drink that’s perfect for spring and summer. If you are a fan of sweet, fruity flavors, you will love Starbucks Pink Drink.
What does Pink Drink from Starbucks taste like?
The Pink Drink from Starbucks tastes exactly like a strawberry-flavored pink creamsicle! It has a light, refreshing, sweet berry and fruity flavor. Add in the hint of creamy coconut from the coconut milk, and it’s the perfect tropical beverage for a hot day!
Is Pink Drink from Starbucks healthy?
A 16- ounce Pink Drink right off the menu has 140 calories, 2. 5 grams of fat, 27 grams of carbs, and 24 grams of sugar. It’s probably not the healthiest drink option out there, but it’s not too bad either. Remember, you can customize your sweetener and dairy options, too, if you would like to cut back on the fat or calories.
Does Pink Drink have caffeine?
Yes, the Pink Drink does contain caffeine. A 16-ounce Pink Drink ordered straight off the menu contains 45 milligrams of caffeine. Keep in mind that the amount of caffeine in a Pink Drink will vary based on the size and customizations you choose.
Is Pink Drink on the Starbucks menu?
Yes, the Pink Drink was officially added to the year-round menu at Starbucks in April of 2017. You’ll find it listed on the menu simply as the “Pink Drink.” The rosy, pink drink had such a huge following on social media that the company decided to make it a permanent fixture.
Pink Drink Recipe: How to Make Your Own Strawberry Acai Coconut Drink
Looking to save yourself a trip to Starbucks and make a Pink Drink whenever you want? Here’s how to make your own Pink Drink at home.
Easy Pink Drink Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Jordan’s Dragon Fruit Acai Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Monin Strawberry Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Pink Drink Dragon Fruit & Honey Refresher Powder
- ½ cup white grape juice
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
- ¼ cup fresh, frozen, or freeze-dried strawberries
- 1 cup ice
Instructions:
- Place all of your ingredients, except the strawberries and ice, in a blender. Be sure to add the refresher powder after the liquid ingredients to prevent clumping.
- Blend to combine.
- Add your strawberries to the blender and blend for a few seconds. Be careful not to over blend if you want your strawberries to remain chunky like the Starbucks version!
- Pour your drink over the ice in a serving glass and enjoy!
If you’re looking to change up your Pink Drink, check out our complete guide to flavored syrups for coffee, tea, and more. The possibilities are endless!
