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This Kiwi Starfruit Refresher recipe is perfect if you’re missing the original. With just a few ingredients, it’s just as refreshing and delicious!
Let’s bring back the Starbucks Kiwi Starfruit Refresher drink at home with this copycat recipe.
Fueled with caffeine and loaded with actual fruit slices, each sip will surely get you out of the summer slump!
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Making copycat Starbucks drinks at home is easier than you think! “Refresh” your hot weather drink lineup with our DIY Refresher beverages: Strawberry Acai Refresher and Summer Berry Refresher.
Why You’ll Love This Kiwi Starfruit Refresher Recipe
- You only need 5 minutes and 7 simple ingredients to enjoy the Kiwi Starfruit Refresher at home!
- Refreshing and easy on the eyes, this Starbucks Copycat makes a great summer party drink.
- With green coffee bean extract, this Kiwi Refresher is just what you need to power through your afternoon.
Ingredients And Substitutions
Water – Our DIY Starbucks Kiwi Drink’s base. You can use cold water.
White grape juice – Just like the original with white grape juice concentrate, this copycat Kiwi Starfruit Refresher recipe is made with white grape juice.
Green coffee extract powder – Feel free to omit for a caffeine-free Starfruit Refresher!
If you prefer an alternative method to add caffeine, use cooled green tea instead of water.
Honey – You can use any liquid sweetener. For a vegan alternative, check out this simple syrup from scratch!
Kiwi – Chopped kiwi makes the drink more visually appealing and enjoyable to sip. If you can’t find kiwi, substitute it with strawberry slices and a few drops of lime juice.
Starfruit – Want to use a ripe starfruit? Select one that’s bright yellow and feels firm.
For a touch of brightness, add a squeeze of lime juice to this beverage!
Ice – Of course, this Kiwi Drink Starbucks copycat is best enjoyed chilled.
Want to turn this Refresher into a Star Drink? Stir in a splash of coconut milk!
Tips For Making This Recipe
Use a Cocktail Shaker
You can also make this Kiwi Starfruit Refresher recipe in a cocktail shaker!
Replace Ice with Frozen Kiwi Cubes
Instead of ice, chill your Starfruit Refresher with frozen kiwi cubes.
Make a Big Batch
You can easily double or triple this Kiwi Refresher recipe for a crowd! For make-ahead or leftovers, just refrigerate the pitcher for 1 to 2 days.
Kiwi Refresher Recipe FAQs
What is in the Kiwi Starfruit Refresher at Starbucks?
Unlike this simple copycat Kiwi Starfruit Refresher recipe, the real thing is made with more ingredients. They include ice, water, sugar, white grape juice concentrate, natural flavors, citric acid, natural green coffee flavor, fruit juices, Reb A, turmeric, and freeze-dried kiwi.
How do you peel a starfruit?
The skin of starfruit is edible, so peeling it is totally up to you. Just cut off the ends, slice it lengthwise, and it’ll be easier to peel each star-shaped slice. Don’t forget to remove the seeds if you like.
Does the Kiwi Refresher contain caffeine?
Yes, the Starbucks Kiwi Refresher contains 45 mg of caffeine from green coffee.
How many calories are in a Kiwi Refresher?
A grande Kiwi Starfruit Refresher Starbucks drink has 90 calories.
Is Kiwi Starfruit Refresher being discontinued?
Yes. As of this writing, the Starbucks Starfruit Drink, introduced in 2020, is no longer available on the Starbucks menu.
More Delicious Summer Drinks
- Starbucks Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
- Starbucks Chai Tea Latte
- Starbucks Pink Drink
- Starbucks Dragonfruit Refresher
- Dunkin Strawberry Dragonfruit Refresher
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Kiwi Starfruit Refresher Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup white grape juice
- 1/2 tsp green coffee extract
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 kiwi, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 starfruit, sliced
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Combine your green coffee extract and honey in a pitcher.
- Add the water and grape juice.
- Stir in the chopped kiwi and starfruit slices.
- To serve, fill a glass with ice and pour in the Kiwi Starfruit Refresher. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can also make this Kiwi Starfruit Refresher recipe in a cocktail shaker!
- Instead of ice, chill your Starfruit Refresher with frozen kiwi cubes.
- You can easily double or triple this Kiwi Refresher recipe for a crowd! For make-ahead or leftovers, just refrigerate the pitcher for 1 to 2 days.
Nutrition
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