Description
Starbucks’ Pink Drink blends strawberry refreshment with creamy coconut milk for a dreamy, Instagram-worthy beverage. Subtle sweetness and pastel hues make this refreshing treat perfect for summer sipping and social media sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 parts white strawberry cranberry juice
- 1 part coconut milk
Optional Ingredients:
- Fresh strawberries
- Freeze-dried strawberries
Garnish:
- None specified
Instructions
- Prepare the base liquid by blending white strawberry cranberry juice with smooth, creamy coconut milk in a large glass or serving pitcher, ensuring a harmonious ratio of three parts juice to one part coconut milk.
- Whisk the liquid mixture thoroughly until the coconut milk integrates completely, creating a uniform pale pink beverage with a silky consistency.
- Select either fresh, ripe strawberries or crisp freeze-dried strawberry pieces to enhance the drink’s aromatic profile and introduce a delightful textural element.
- Gently fold or sprinkle the chosen strawberry variety into the liquid, allowing them to infuse their vibrant essence throughout the drink.
- Fill a clean glass with chilled ice cubes, creating a frosty foundation for the beverage.
- Carefully cascade the prepared pink drink over the ice, allowing it to settle naturally and maintain its delicate layered appearance.
- Optionally, garnish with a single whole strawberry on the glass rim or a light dusting of crushed freeze-dried strawberries for an elegant finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while the drink remains refreshingly cold and the strawberry elements are at their peak flavor intensity.
Notes
- Opt for fresh or frozen strawberries to enhance the drink’s natural sweetness and vibrant color.
- Experiment with different milk alternatives like almond or oat milk for a unique twist on the classic recipe.
- Blend ingredients in a blender for a smoother, more consistent texture that combines flavors more effectively.
- Garnish with a strawberry slice or mint leaf to elevate the drink’s visual appeal and add a refreshing touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg