Description
This refreshing Strawberry Pink Drink combines tangy passion fruit tea, antioxidant-rich acai powder, and vibrant strawberries for a naturally sweet and fruity beverage. Blended with tropical mango juice and creamy coconut milk, it offers a delightful, visually stunning drink perfect for warm days or as a healthy treat any time.
Ingredients
Tea Base
- 2 passion fruit tea bags
- 1 teaspoon acai powder
- 1-4 tablespoons sugar or honey (optional)
- 2 cups unsweetened green tea
- 2 cups water
Fruit Puree
- 2 cups halved strawberries
- 1 cup mango juice (can substitute pineapple or white grape juice)
- 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries (optional)
Final Assembly
- 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- Ice cubes (for serving)
- 2-3 sliced fresh strawberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Steep the Tea: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, then remove from heat. Add the passion fruit tea bags and acai powder, cover, and steep for 5-10 minutes to infuse the flavors. Strain the tea into a pitcher to remove the bags and powder residue.
- Sweeten and Blend: Stir in sugar or honey to the hot tea if using. Add 2 cups of unsweetened green tea to the mixture. In a blender, puree the halved strawberries, mango juice, and freeze-dried strawberries if using until smooth.
- Combine and Chill: Strain the strawberry puree into the tea mixture to remove seeds and pulp, then stir well to combine. Refrigerate the strawberry acai tea until chilled, up to one week.
- Prepare the Pink Drink: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour 1 1/4 cups of the chilled strawberry tea over the ice, add 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk, and garnish with 2-3 sliced fresh strawberries. Stir gently and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust sweetness based on preference by using 1-4 tablespoons of sugar or honey, or omit sweetener entirely for a natural taste.
- The mango juice can be substituted with pineapple or white grape juice depending on availability and flavor preference.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add extra flavor and color but are optional.
- The strawberry acai tea keeps up to 1 week refrigerated; assemble the pink drink fresh to maintain creaminess and texture.
- For a dairy-free and vegan option, ensure the coconut milk used is unsweetened and pure.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
