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Homemade Starbucks Pink Drink copycat with coconut milk, white cranberry juice, ice, and fresh strawberries in a clear glass
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Starbucks Pink Drink Copycat Recipe (Easy, Creamy & Refreshing)

Make the famous Starbucks Pink Drink at home with this easy copycat recipe! This creamy, refreshing drink combines coconut milk, white cranberry juice, passion tea, and fresh strawberries for the perfect lightly sweet, vibrant beverage.
Course Beverages, Drinks
Cuisine American, Copycat
Keyword creamy fruit drink, dairy free pink drink, easy summer drink recipe, homemade refresher drink, homemade Starbucks pink drink, iced strawberry drink, pink drink recipe, pink drink with coconut milk, refreshing iced beverages, Starbucks pink drink copycat, Starbucks refresher copycat, strawberry acai drink recipe, strawberry coconut drink
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 drink
Calories 140kcal
Cost $2 for entire recipe

Equipment

  • Glass (clear, for best presentation)
  • Shaker or mason jar with lid (for mixing)
  • measuring cups
  • spoon or stirrer
  • Knife (for slicing strawberries)
  • Cutting board
  • Straw (optional)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white cranberry juice
  • 1/4 cup strong brewed passion tea or hibiscus tea chilled
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk beverage
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup ice
  • 2 to 3 fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons simple syrup or honey optional

Instructions

Step 1: Brew the tea

  • Brew 1 tea bag in 1/2 cup hot water for 5–7 minutes. Remove tea bag and chill completely.

Step 2: Mix the base

  • In a shaker or glass, combine white cranberry juice, chilled tea, and coconut milk. Add sweetener if using.

Step 3: Shake or stir

  • Shake with a little ice or stir well until smooth and lightly frothy.

Step 4: Prepare the glass

  • Fill a glass with ice and sliced strawberries.

Step 5: Assemble and serve

  • Pour the drink over the ice and strawberries. Serve immediately.

Notes

For the most authentic Starbucks Pink Drink copycat, use white cranberry juice instead of white grape juice—it delivers the closest match to the fruity, lightly tart base used by Starbucks. Brew the passion tea or hibiscus tea strong and fully chill it before mixing to prevent dilution and ensure that signature vibrant pink color.
Use a carton-style coconut milk beverage, not canned coconut milk, to achieve the classic light, smooth, and sippable texture. Canned coconut milk will make the drink too thick and heavy.
For the best flavor balance, adjust sweetness depending on your juice—some brands are sweeter than others. If needed, add a small amount of simple syrup or honey, but keep it light so the drink stays refreshing, not overly sugary.
Serve immediately over ice for the best taste and appearance. If making ahead, store only the juice and tea base in the refrigerator and add coconut milk, ice, and strawberries just before serving to maintain freshness and prevent separation.