The Best Copycat Paradise Drink Starbucks Recipe

If you love the Paradise Drink Starbuck's is so popular for, but don't want to spend the extra money every time you have a craving for it, learning to make it yourself is the way to go. They're super popular for a reason. It has great tropical flavors and a smooth, creamy texture. 

The good news is you can totally make this refreshing drink at home with a good blender, like one from Blendtec. We're going to show you how to recreate the pineapple passionfruit refresher with creamy coconut milk in a way that's just as delicious and way more convenient.

Paradise Drink Starbucks Copycat Key Ingredients

The Paradise Drink gets its unique flavor from a combination of specific ingredients. While it might seem complicated, it is actually pretty simple once you know what to look for.

Pineapple and Passionfruit Juice

The base of the drink is the pineapple passionfruit refresher. This is what gives it that bright, tangy flavor. It is a mix of pineapple juice and passionfruit juice, so to make our copycat version, we will be using those two juices.

Green Coffee

Another important ingredient to get that signature Starbucks feel is the green coffee extract. This is what gives the drink its caffeine boost, and while you can skip it if you want to make a decaf version, it helps get that authentic taste.

Coconut Milk

The other key ingredient is coconut milk. The drink gets its creamy texture and rich flavor from this ingredient. While Starbucks uses a specific type of coconut milk, any high-quality, creamy coconut milk will work perfectly for this copycat Starbucks Paradise drink recipe.

Starbucks Paradise Drink Copycat Recipe

Making the perfect copycat Paradise Drink is all about getting the texture just right, and that's where your blender comes in. While you could try to stir everything by hand, a powerful blender will blend all of the ingredients together for a smooth and consistent drink every time. You can make a single serving or blend up a large batch to share. 

This quick and easy process shows how a good blender can handle the job of a barista, making it so you can get that perfect Starbucks-style tropical drink right in your own kitchen. Here is a simple drink recipe to get you started:

Ingredients

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup passionfruit juice
• A scoop of ice or about 1 cup ice cubes
• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon green coffee extract powder
• Optional: A few pineapple pieces for a thicker drink

Instructions

1. Add all of the ingredients to your Blendtec blender in the order listed above.
2. Secure the lid and select the "Smoothie" preset cycle. If your blender doesn't have a smoothie setting, blend on a medium-high speed for about 30-40 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Pour into a glass and serve immediately. You can garnish with a slice of fresh pineapple if you like.

Paradise Drink Starbucks FAQ

Is the Starbucks Paradise Drink healthy?

The Starbucks Paradise Drink is a delicious treat, but it does contain a good amount of sugar. While it is lower in calories than some other Starbucks options like the Frappuccino, it is more of a sweet, refreshing drink than a health-focused one. It does contain some healthy components like potassium and vitamin C from the fruit juice and vitamin A from the coconut milk.

What is the difference between the Paradise Drink and The Pineapple Passionfruit Refresher?

The biggest difference between the Paradise Drink and the Pineapple Passionfruit Refresher is the liquid base. The Pineapple Passionfruit Refresher uses water as its liquid base, while the Paradise Drink uses creamy coconut milk. This simple change gives the Paradise Drink a smooth, creamy texture and a richer flavor, whereas the refresher is lighter and tangier.

Does green tea extract have caffeine?

Yes, green tea extract does have caffeine. This is the ingredient that provides the caffeine in Starbucks refreshers, so even though the drink doesn't contain espresso or black tea, it still has a similar caffeine content to a cup of green tea.

What is the Pink Drink?

The Pink Drink is another incredibly popular Starbucks refresher. It is made with the Strawberry Acai Refresher base and is mixed with coconut milk, giving it a bright pink color and a creamy texture similar to a pina colada. It is often garnished with freeze-dried strawberries.

Can I make this drink with sweet cold foam?

Yes, you can absolutely make this drink with sweet cold foam. It is a popular way to add an extra layer of creamy texture and sweetness to your drink. Simply make the cold foam in your blender and spoon it on top of your Paradise Drink.

Rival Any Starbucks Barista With The Help of a Blendtec

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