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Starbucks' popular fruity beverage, large size
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (large) of Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large (473 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 33 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 9.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (large) · 473 g
156
KCAL / 473G
Carbs
38.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (large) | 473 g | 156 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 237 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 355 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 473 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 591 g | 195 kcal |
Calculated from 33 calories per 100 g.
Yes, Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large generally contains caffeine from green coffee extract in its refresher base. It is not brewed coffee, and the caffeine amount can vary by market and recipe, so it may not suit someone avoiding caffeine.
Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large is a chilled drink made with a sweetened strawberry-and-acai-flavoured base, water and ice, usually with dried strawberry pieces. Exact ingredients can differ between countries, so the drink is not made from fresh fruit alone.
Yes, Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large is sweet because its flavoured base is sweetened; it does not taste like unsweetened fruit water. If your store allows it, ask for less base or a less-sweet preparation when ordering.
Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large tastes fruity and sweet-tart, with strawberry more noticeable than the mild acai flavour. It is served cold over ice, making it closer to a flavoured refresher than a juice or a creamy smoothie.
Sometimes: Starbucks offers a lemonade version of its Strawberry Acai refresher in some markets, which gives the drink a sharper, more citrusy taste. Availability and the exact menu name vary by country, so ask your local store.
No. Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large is usually a water-based refresher, while a Pink Drink is made with the strawberry-acai base and coconut milk for a creamier texture. Recipes and names can vary across Starbucks markets.
Not necessarily as whole acai fruit: Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large gets its characteristic flavour from a prepared, flavoured base. The recipe can vary by market, so the name alone does not mean the drink contains fresh acai berries.
Yes, you can ask for Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large without ice, although it will be less cold and may seem less full than the iced version. You can also ask for light ice if you want it chilled with fewer cubes.
Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large is best enjoyed soon after it is made. If you refrigerate leftovers in a closed container, drink them promptly; melting ice dilutes the flavour, and the strawberry pieces lose their pleasant texture.
For a home-style version of Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large, mix chilled water with strawberry purée or a strawberry drink base, acai flavouring and ice, then add dried strawberry pieces. It will differ from Starbucks' sweetened base and may not contain caffeine.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
9.46mg · 11% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
47mg · 1% DV
Sodium
28mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Starbucks Strawberry Acai Large is a chilled, fruit-flavoured café drink from Starbucks, combining strawberry and açaí notes and served over ice. It is a branded beverage rather than a traditional dish, and is commonly ordered as a cold refreshment in Starbucks cafés.
Its sweet, tangy fruit taste and light, icy texture suit warm weather or a break between errands. Across English-speaking countries, it is typically enjoyed straight from the cup, sometimes alongside a snack. The drink’s energy comes mainly from carbohydrates, with no protein or fat; it contains 8.2 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. If you prefer a less sweet option, choosing a smaller size is an easy way to have less.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.