Description
This Strawberry Açaí Refresher is a vibrant, fruity drink that’s cool, lightly caffeinated, and bursting with sweet strawberry and tropical flavors. Made with real fruit, açaí powder, and green coffee extract (optional), it’s a delicious way to hydrate and energize on a warm day.
Ingredients
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1 cup water
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1/2 cup white grape juice
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1 tablespoon freeze-dried açaí powder
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1/2 teaspoon green coffee extract (optional, for light caffeine boost)
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1-2 tablespoons simple syrup or honey (to taste)
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1/3 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, sliced
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1/2 cup ice
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1/2 cup cold water or coconut water (for topping off)
Instructions
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Make the base: In a shaker or jar, combine 1 cup water, white grape juice, açaí powder, green coffee extract (if using), and sweetener. Shake or stir until fully combined and smooth.
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Strain (optional): If desired, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any powder clumps.
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Assemble the drink: Add sliced strawberries and ice to a tall glass. Pour the açaí base over the ice.
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Top it off: Add a splash of cold water or coconut water to fill the glass and balance the flavor.
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Serve: Stir gently, add a straw, and enjoy chilled!
Notes
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For a creamier twist, top with a splash of coconut milk.
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Freeze some strawberry slices in advance for extra fruity ice cubes.
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No açaí powder? Sub with pomegranate or berry juice for a similar taste.