Strawberry Guava Lemonade Refresher Recipe

This Smoothie King Strawberry Guava Lemonade Refresher copycat recipe brings you a bright, tropical blast of strawberry, guava, and lemon—without the mystery “refresher base” or added sugars. We rebuild the flavor from scratch using real fruit, white grape juice, and chilled green tea for a clean caffeine lift. It’s fruity, tart, and super refreshing—perfect for hot days or a midday pick-me-up.

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 cup frozen strawberries: Bright berry base and classic strawberry texture
• 1/2 cup guava nectar (unsweetened or low sugar): Replaces the guava in their Refresher Base—look for it in cans or cartons
• 1/4 cup white grape juice: Mimics their “white grape lemon juice blend” with clean sweetness
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice: Adds the tart lemonade punch
• 1/2 cup brewed green tea (chilled): For that gentle 63mg caffeine kick, like the original
• 1/2 cup cold water: Thins it slightly for that sippable Refresher texture
• 1 tsp honey or agave (optional): Add only if you want a bit more sweetness
• Ice (about 1/2 cup): Makes it cold, crisp, and lightly slushy

How To Make Strawberry Guava Lemonade Refresher (Copycat):

1. Brew and Chill the Tea: Steep your green tea in advance and let it cool fully.
2. Blend the Ingredients: Add frozen strawberries, guava nectar, white grape juice, lemon juice, chilled tea, cold water, and optional sweetener into a blender. Add the ice last.
3. Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high until everything is silky with tiny ice flecks.
4. Taste and Adjust: Add more lemon juice if you want extra tartness, or a touch more honey for sweetness.
5. Serve Cold: Pour into a glass over ice if desired. Garnish with a strawberry slice.

Why This Copycat Tastes Like the Original:

Flavor: Strawberries + guava bring tropical-fruity depth. White grape juice adds body, and lemon cuts through for balance—just like the original’s sweet-tart profile.

Texture: Frozen strawberries give it heft without needing added fibers or thickeners.

Nutrition: We hit the macros close to the original—140 calories, 36g carbs, 31g sugar—but from real ingredients, and the added sugar is totally optional.

Cleaner Build: No syrups, no blends, no unknowns. You control the fruit and the caffeine.

Recipe Tips & Variations:

• Vegan Friendly: Use agave instead of honey
• Lower Sugar: Skip the sweetener and use unsweetened guava juice
• Extra Tropical: Add frozen pineapple or mango
• Stronger Tea Boost: Use a tea concentrate or steep double strength
• No Guava? Sub with passionfruit juice or pink dragonfruit juice for a twist

How To Store This Strawberry Guava Lemonade Refresher:

In the Fridge: Store in a sealed jar up to 24 hours. Shake well before drinking.

In the Freezer: Freeze into ice cubes and re-blend when ready. Or freeze in popsicle molds.

Nutrition Facts (Per 20 oz Serving):

• Calories: 140
• Carbs: 36g
• Sugar: 31g
• Added Sugar: 0-7g (optional sweetener)
• Protein: <1g
• Fat: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sodium: 35mg
• Caffeine: ~63mg

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