Starbucks Pink Drink Copycat

This Starbucks Pink Drink recipe is the perfect copycat, made with passion tea, strawberry sparkling water and coconut milk.

I don’t get a craving for the pink drink very often but when I do, I go on a real kick and can’t stop ordering them. 😅 That’s why it’s SO handy to be able to make MULTIPLE servings at home!

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Healthier copycat: It tastes just like the pink drink you get at Starbucks, but with way less calories.
• Only 3 ingredients: You don’t need much to make this drink at home!
• You control the sugar: Starbucks uses white grape juice but that can be hard to find and adds unnecessary sugar.

Ingredients and substitutions

• Strawberries – I use freeze-dried strawberries but fresh or frozen berries would work as well.
• Passion tea – the TAZO® Passion™ Tea is best. You could try another herbal tea made with rose hips, hibiscus and/or orange peel.
• Strawberry sparkling water – Perrier has a strawberry sparkling water but plain sparkling water would also work.
• Coconut milk – coconut cream or half-and-half with a few drops of coconut extract would work in a pinch. For a low-fat version, use light coconut milk.
• White grape juice – this is optional; use 2 tbsp if you’d like your drink to be sweeter.

How to make the pink drink at home

Step 1: Steep the passion tea.

Add the passion tea bag to a cup of cool water.

Step 2: Add ice and strawberries to a glass.

Add a handful of ice and strawberries to a glass.

Step 3: Pour in the grape juice (if using).

If you want the drink a little sweeter, add the grape juice to the glass.

Step 4: Add sparkling water.

Pour the sparkling water in the glass.

Step 5: Pour in the passion tea.

Add the brewed passion tea.

Step 6: Mix in the coconut milk.

Pour in the coconut milk and serve.

Frequently asked questions

How much caffeine is in the Starbucks pink drink?

The original Starbucks pink drink does have a bit of caffeine in it, but this Starbucks copycat recipe is caffeine-free as long as you use an herbal tea like the TAZO® Passion™ Tea. If you want to add caffeine, brew some green tea at the same time with the passion tea.

Can I make it with another kind of milk?

The Starbucks pink drink is traditionally made with coconut milk, but you can make it with another milk of your choice, like half-and-half or soy milk. If you’re not using coconut milk, you might want to add a couple drops of coconut extract so you’re still getting that coconut flavour.

How many calories are in the Starbucks pink drink?

One 12 oz. serving of the original Starbucks version has 110 calories, whereas mine has 135 calories. It’s a bit higher of a calorie count, but you’re saving money by making it at home.

Can I make this for a crowd?

If you want to make this drink for friends, just double, triple or quadruple the ingredients in a pitcher. The drink is best made fresh, so I’d recommend making it the day you plan on serving it. You can brew the passion tea ahead of time and store it in the fridge for 1-2 days before making your drink.

How to store and reheat

Make-ahead: Brew the tea and mix with juice in advance, then store in the fridge for quick assembly.

Store: Keep in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add ice and coconut milk just before serving.

Meal prep tools

• Order some freeze-dried strawberries online –  they’re also great for snacking and even baking cookies with!
• You can also order Tazo passion tea online.
• Get some reusable straws for your drinks!