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• What Is The Starbucks Pink Drink?
• How To Order The Keto Pink Drink At Starbucks
• Keto Pink Drink Ingredients
• How To Make The Starbucks Pink Drink At Home
• Pink Drink FAQs
• More Keto Coffee Shop Recipes
• Tools To Make a Homemade Pink Drink
• Keto Pink Drink Recipe card
• Recipe Reviews

What’s fruity, creamy, and pink all over? The Starbucks keto pink drink, of course!

This craze started going around a year or two ago, first with the original version and later with the Starbucks “secret menu” keto pink drink that people ordered by ingredient. I tried it once at the coffee shop, but never got around to testing it out myself at home, until now. In this homemade pink drink recipe, we’re taking all the sugar and carbs out for a delicious keto friendly option!

So, while there are ways to get it at the coffee shop (I’ll explain how to order the keto pink drink at Starbucks below!), they do include artificial ingredients from their sugar-free syrups. That’s why, just like I prefer to make my own Starbucks copycat egg bites and Starbucks medicine ball tea , I’d rather make my own pink drink at home as well.

My version is a lot more wallet friendly, with just 5 simple, natural (sugar-free) ingredients and 5 minutes!

What Is The Starbucks Pink Drink?

The the pink drink is a light, sweet, and refreshing drink that’s also a very pretty shade of pink.

The original Starbucks pink drink recipe is made with:

• Strawberry Acai drink (contains sugar)
• Coconut milk (contains sugar)
• Freeze dried strawberries

Sugar, sugar and more sugar… definitely not low carb. 😉 There’s also a keto version you can order that’s a little different, as I’ll show you below.

What  does the pink drink taste like?

Whether you order at the coffee shop or make it yourself, it tastes a lot like a fruity milkshake, just less thick. It’s creamy, fruity, a little frothy, and served over ice.

(If you want it thick or frozen instead of iced, you could blitz it in a blender to make it thick, like I do with my keto vanilla milkshake !)

Is the Starbucks pink drink keto?

If you order the regular Starbucks pink drink, it’s definitely not keto! Per 16 oz drink, it has 27 grams of carbohydrates and 24 grams from sugar!

But, getting the keto Starbucks pink drink from the coffee shop is possible – you just need to know how to order it.

How To Order The Keto Pink Drink At Starbucks

If you’re not strictly clean keto and are okay with their sugar-free syrups (made with sucralose), you can order a keto pink drink at Starbucks. It’s a “secret” menu item, so you’ll have to tell them what you to put in – you can’t just ask for a pink drink.

Here’s how to make your pink drink keto at Starbucks:

• Passion Tango iced tea – optionally can ask for extra tea
• No liquid cane sugar
• 4 pumps sugar-free vanilla syrup
• Light heavy cream – you can ask for more if you want, but it’s pretty heavy
• Ice
• No water

TIP: If you want a clean keto version, omit the sugar-free vanilla. You could even add a little Besti natural keto sweetener to the coffee shop drink yourself instead, like I do for my homemade pink drink recipe.

I also have a guide for how to order other keto friendly drinks at Starbucks .

Below, I’ll show you how to make your own pink drink at home.

Keto Pink Drink Ingredients

I explained the ingredients for ordering the Starbucks pink drink at the coffee shop above, both the original version and the keto version.

But now, let’s talk about the homemade version! This DIY pink drink has just 5 ingredients (plus ice!):

• Passion Tango Tea – Gives the pink keto drink fruity flavor (without sugar) and a vibrant shade of pink color.
• Strawberries – Used as a garnish and for a little fresh strawberry flavor.
• Heavy cream – Thick and slightly sweet (without the sugar), this is what makes the homemade pink drink creamy.
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – Using a powdered sweetener without sugar alcohols will allow the keto sweetener to completely dissolve, even in cold liquids.
• Vanilla extract – Imparts a sweet, creamy flavor.

Ingredient Variations

• If you want to lighten up the calories, replace half of the heavy cream with either unsweetened almond milk or unsweetened coconut milk beverage.
• For a dairy-free version , swap the heavy cream with coconut cream or coconut milk. Make sure it’s the full-fat kind in a can, with no sugar added.
• Fresh or freeze dried strawberries will work. If you use freeze dried, remember the natural sugar in them is more concentrated, so you may want to use a bit less.
• There are a few sweetener options. Powdered sweetener dissolves best, especially if it’s monk fruit allulose blend or pure allulose . In general, sweeteners that contain erythritol (which includes most brands of monk fruit and many major keto sweetener brands – check ingredient labels!) will not dissolve as well. Learn the differences between sugar substitutes here .

How To Make The Starbucks Pink Drink At Home

Making these yourself is easier than you might think! Here’s how to make the homemade Starbucks pink drink recipe keto friendly:

• Steep tea . Steep two bags of passion tea in hot water. Squeeze the bags into the water before discarding them. Fill two glasses with ice, then pour half of the tea into each glass.

• Assemble. Top with sliced strawberries, heavy cream, Besti , and vanilla.

• Stir until smooth and pink! I like to add more strawberries on top.

Keto pink drink carbs – how many?

There are just 3.6 grams net carbs in this homemade keto pink drink recipe. That’s just about 24 grams carbs less (!!) than getting it from the coffee shop, but just as (if not more!) delicious.

Does the pink drink have caffeine?

The Starbucks keto pink drink does have 45mg caffeine in the form of the natural green coffee flavor.

This homemade pink drink recipe doesn’t contain the green coffee, and the tea I use is caffeine free, so the drink has no caffeine.

More Keto Coffee Shop Recipes

• Keto Matcha Green Tea Frappe – Another coffee-shop copycat, made keto without all of the sugar and carbs that it’s typically made with.
• Sugar-Free Lemonade – Add a splash of this lemonade to the sugar-free pink drink recipe for a citrus splash.
• Bulletproof Coffee – The best way to start your day – whether you’re keto or not!

Tools To Make a Homemade Pink Drink

Tap the links below to see the items used to make this recipe.

• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – My very own sweetener gives this drink sweetness without the aftertaste, and even more importantly, it dissolves well! Can’t say that about most keto sweeteners. 😉
• Passion Herbal Tea – This is the base of our drink, it’s a fruity, delicious tea.
• Insulated Iced Coffee Cups – Once you try a sip of this pink drink keto recipe, I bet you’ll be making it all summer long! Use these cups to take it anywhere and keep it cool.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 2 bags Passion tea ▢
• 1 cup Hot water ▢
• 3 cups Ice ▢
• 1/2 cup Strawberries (sliced; optional) ▢
• 1/2 cup Heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free) ▢
• 2 tbsp Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (not too sweet; use 4 tbsp if you like more sweet) ▢
• 1/4 tsp Vanilla extract ▢

Instructions

Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.

1. Steep the tea bags in 1 cup hot water for at least 3 minutes , or until steeped to your liking. Squeeze the bag into the water before discarding it.
2. Fill 2 12-oz glasses with ice to the top. Pour half of the tea over each.
3. Top each glass with 1/4 cup sliced strawberries (optional), 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon powdered Besti, and 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir well. Add more sweetener to taste if needed.

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Serving size: 1 12-oz drink (1/2 recipe)

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Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
• The Basic Keto Meal Formula
• Understanding Macros
• Keto Food Swaps
• Keto Food List
• Electrolyte Basics
• Keto Diet Types
• Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
• Recipe Reviews

Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.

You can keep reading to view this info, or download my keto cheat sheet printable pdf to print out or save ad-free on any device (plus the pdf has more details!).

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1. Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
2. Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
3. Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
4. Keto food swaps (60+ foods) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
5. Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
6. Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
7. Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
8. Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
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The Basic Keto Meal Formula

Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.

Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.

Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.

Understanding Macros

Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.

You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.

Carbs Are A Limit.

Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.

A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.

“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.

A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.

Protein Is A Goal.

Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].

“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.

Fat Is A Lever.

Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.

A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).

Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.

Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.

“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.

Keto Food Swaps

One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.

So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .

Keto Swaps For Breakfast

Keto Swaps For Bread

Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes

Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces

Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking

Keto Swaps For Drinks

If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .

Keto Food List

When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.

The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!

Foods To Eat On Keto

• Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
• Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
• Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
• Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
• Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
• Avocados
• Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
• Almond flour and coconut flour
• Eggs
• Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.

Foods To Avoid On Keto

• White flour & sugar
• Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
• Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
• Cereal
• Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
• Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
• Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
• Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
• Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
• Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.

That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:

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Electrolyte Basics

Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.

For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .

The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.

Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:

Keto Diet Types

People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.

Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.

Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!

• Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
• Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
• Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
• Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.

For a more detailed listing of these different types of keto with pros and cons, grab the Easy Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF below!

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1. Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
2. Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
3. Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
4. Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
5. Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
6. Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
7. Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
8. Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
9. FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.

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Keto Pink Drink

Learn to make a keto pink drink at home OR order it at Starbucks! This 5-ingredient pink drink recipe is fruity, creamy, and sugar-free.

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Ingredients

• 2 bags Passion tea
• 1 cup Hot water
• 3 cups Ice
• 1/2 cup Strawberries (sliced; optional)
• 1/2 cup Heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
• 2 tbsp Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (not too sweet; use 4 tbsp if you like more sweet)
• 1/4 tsp Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Steep the tea bags in 1 cup hot water for at least 3 minutes , or until steeped to your liking. Squeeze the bag into the water before discarding it.
2. Fill 2 12-oz glasses with ice to the top. Pour half of the tea over each.
3. Top each glass with 1/4 cup sliced strawberries (optional), 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon powdered Besti, and 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir well. Add more sweetener to taste if needed.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 12-oz drink (1/2 recipe)

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)