This super easy Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade recipe uses just 3 simple ingredients, so you can make this super refreshing summer drink right at home! It’s perfect for making a big batch of this delicious iced tea lemonade anytime you’re craving something cool and sweet.
What is Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade?
I have to admit, as much as I love Starbucks, I could never justify spending so much on drinks, especially when I was in university and trying to save money.
But when I did feel like treating myself, I’d always go for the Passion Tea Lemonade because it’s so refreshing and flavorful—plus, it instantly lifted my mood on a hot, sunny day.
Lately, with temperatures soaring, I’ve been craving this drink more than ever, which inspired me to experiment and recreate my favorite Starbucks drink at home.
The best part? This recipe uses simple, budget-friendly ingredients that cost a fraction of what you’d pay at Starbucks. It’s also super easy to make, with the only “work” being brewing the tea using tea bags. How simple is that?
And since this drink is caffeine-free and low in calories, it’s perfect to enjoy year-round, no matter the occasion! 😄
What’s in Starbucks Passion Tea?
The key ingredient in this drink is TAZO Passion Tea. It’s an herbal blend made from hibiscus, orange peel, rose hips, and passion fruit.
Each box comes with 20 tea bags, which is enough to make 20 cups. You can enjoy it hot or cold, but honestly, the bright, tropical flavors are best suited for an iced tea or iced tea lemonade—especially on a warm summer day!
For this recipe, you’ll only need half a cup each of tea and lemonade to make a single serving, so it’s super budget-friendly. Plus, you can make a big batch and keep it in the fridge for 4-5 days!
Even better, this homemade Passion Tea Lemonade tastes even better than the Starbucks version, and I bet you’ll love it from the first sip!
What You’ll Need to Make Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade:
Even though this drink tastes fancy, it’s super quick and easy to make, needing just 3 simple ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Passion Tea: TAZO Passion Tea is a caffeine-free herbal infusion made from hibiscus, orange peel, rose hips, and passion fruit. You can find it in most grocery stores or grab it online (I recommend the 6-pack for a better deal). If you can’t find TAZO, feel free to use any herbal tea with similar ingredients—hibiscus tea or berry tea can work too!
- Lemonade: Whether homemade or store-bought, both work great. I personally love Simply Lemonade—it’s all-natural, non-GMO, and free from artificial flavors and preservatives. So good!
- Honey: Or any liquid sweetener you prefer like maple syrup, agave nectar, coffee syrup, or even vanilla syrup if you want a hint of vanilla flavor.
And that’s it! These are the only ingredients you’ll need to whip up your own batch of Passion Tea Lemonade.
How to Make Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade
Making this drink is quick and easy, with just two simple steps: brewing the tea and putting the drink together!
Here’s how to do it:
- In a heat-resistant pitcher, add 3 tea bags and 3 cups of water. Let the tea steep for about 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags and let it cool in the fridge for at least an hour (or until it reaches room temperature).
- In a glass, add 1 teaspoon of honey and mix it with an equal amount of warm water to help dilute the honey. Then, throw in some ice, followed by half a cup each of lemonade and passion tea. Stir it all together and enjoy!
Feel free to adjust the amount of lemonade or tea to your taste.
This recipe makes 3 cups of passion tea, which gives you 6 servings of Passion Tea Lemonade. If you have leftovers, you can store them in the fridge for 4-5 days.
I hope you love this copycat Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade recipe! As always, feel free to leave a comment below or message me on Instagram if you have any questions. Enjoy! 😊
