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Pink Drink: A Refreshing Guide to the Popular Starbucks Beverage


  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Description

A refreshing homemade Pink Drink with white cranberry-grape juice, coconut milk, freeze-dried strawberries, and dragon fruit.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup White Cran-Grape Juice, chilled
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Coconut Milk Beverage (like So Delicious), chilled
  • 1/2 cup Freeze-Dried Strawberries
  • 1/4 cup Freeze-Dried Dragon Fruit (Pitaya)
  • Ice cubes
  • Optional: Fresh strawberries for garnish
  • Optional: Whipped cream for topping
  • Optional: A splash of lime juice for extra zing

Instructions

  1. Crush the freeze-dried strawberries and dragon fruit into a coarse powder using a resealable bag and a rolling pin or spoon.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the crushed fruit with 2 tablespoons of white cranberry-grape juice. Stir well to create a thick paste.
  3. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes to rehydrate.
  4. Add the rehydrated fruit paste to the chilled coconut milk beverage. Whisk vigorously until fully incorporated and the coconut milk turns pink.
  5. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
  6. Pour the remaining white cranberry-grape juice over the ice.
  7. Slowly pour the pink coconut milk mixture over the cranberry-grape juice.
  8. Stir gently if desired for a uniform color.
  9. Add a splash of lime juice for extra zing.
  10. Sweeten to taste with agave nectar, honey, or simple syrup.
  11. Garnish with fresh strawberries.
  12. Top with whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Chill all ingredients before starting.
  • Don’t overmix the drink to prevent coconut milk separation.
  • Adjust the amount of fruit, sweetener, and lime juice to your preference.
  • The pink coconut milk mixture can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  • For a frozen treat, blend all ingredients with extra ice for a Pink Drink slushie.
  • Use a milk frother for an extra creamy texture.
  • This recipe is naturally vegan (use plant-based whipped cream if desired).
  • Adjust the amount of dragon fruit to control the pinkness of the drink.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes