Starbucks Secret Menu: Pixy Stix Refresher (Taste, Ingredients, Caffeine, Calories, Copycat Recipe & More information)

The Pixy Stix refresher is the best among the many refreshers offered at Starbucks. Read on to learn more about this amazing refresher.

Starbucks Pixy Stix refresher is a refresher on Starbucks’ secret menu that is prepared using passion tea, Valencia Orange Refresher, classic syrup, and Raspberry syrup. I ordered this refresher from Starbucks after I overheard two friends talking about it in one store I was shopping in.

From how they described its taste, they were trying it for the first time and loving it. After my shopping, I drove to Starbucks and ordered a Grande, and to be honest, I couldn’t say any more of what they had already said. Stay to the end, as I will share with you what this drink tastes like and how you can customize it to fit your desired taste.

Brief History of the drink

The Pixy Stix refresher was first created by one of Starbucks’ baristas, Robyn S, and was introduced at Starbucks as one of their secret menu refreshers a few years ago. This refresher copies the childhood candy pixy Stix that most children grew up loving. This refresher was and is still being received by most Starbucks customers positively, as no one hates to try out their favorite childhood candy in a drink.

Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher Overview

What’s in a Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher- (Ingredients)

According to Starbucks’ secret menu official website, the ingredients in Pixy Stix Refresher are passion tea, Valencia Orange Refresher, Raspberry syrup, and classic syrup.

• Passion tea: Passion tea is used as the base ingredient of this refresher. Starbucks makes its passion tea by blending natural tropical flavors, hibiscus flowers, citric acid, orange peel, lemongrass, rosehip, and fruit juice extract.
• Valencia Orange Refresher: Valencia Orange refresher is added to the passion tea to give it a fruitier flavor. Although this refresher as a Starbucks item was discontinued, Starbucks uses orange juice, ice, sugar, and lemon iced tea.
• Classic syrup: classic syrup is used in this refresher to give it a sweet taste.
• Raspberry syrup: raspberry syrup is used as an ingredient in the Starbucks Pixy Stix to give this refresher a raspberry flavor and taste.

Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher: Sizes, nutrition, Caffeine & Calories

What sizes are available

Starbucks Pixy Stix refresher is available at Starbucks in three different sizes. These sizes are the tall (12 fl oz), Grande (16 fl oz), and Venti size (20 fl oz). Although most Starbucks customers usually order this drink in a Grande size, I recommend ordering it in a Ventis size if you try it for the first time, as I guarantee you will love it.

Nutritional facts

When the Pixy Stix refresher from Starbucks is served in a Grande size, it contains 90 calories. It also has 23 grams of carbohydrates and 20 milligrams of sodium. This refresher, however, contains zero fat, cholesterol, and protein. Below is a table that summarizes Starbucks Pixy Stix’s nutritional facts.

Calories (per 2,000 daily intake)	90
Nutritional value (per 1 cookie 2.9 oz. serving)	% Daily Value
Total fat 0g   Saturated fat 0g	0%
Total carbohydrates 23g   Dietary fiber Sugars 20g	8%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Protein 0g	0%
Sodium 20mg	1%

Caffeine information

Starbucks Pixy Stix refresher is a non-caffeinated drink. This is because all of the ingredients used to prepare this refresher do not contain any caffeine content in them. Due to this reason, the Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher can be given to children if they want a sip of it. This refresher is also a perfect one for people that love less or no caffeinated drinks at all.

So, what does Starbucks Pixy Stix refresher taste like?

Starbucks Pixy Stix refresher has a perfect taste of sweetness and sourness. This refresher derives its sweet taste from the classic syrup and the raspberry syrup added to it, while it gets its sour taste from the orange and passion tea used. The taste of this refresher may sound a little complicated, but I can assure you they perfectly complement each other.

Ways to customize a Pixy Stix Refresher at Starbucks

You can customize the Starbucks Pixy Stix refresher at Starbucks in several ways. One way to customize this refresher is by ordering a Venti-size Strawberry Acai refresher as its base ingredient. You can also customize this drink by adding vanilla bean powder instead of classic syrup. If you want this refresher in a cooler way, you can request a few ice cubes to be put into it.

How to make Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher at home- Starbucks Caffe Misto Copycat Recipe

Informative Section

How do you order Pixy Stix Refresher from the Starbucks app?

First, select passion tea from the Starbucks app to order Pixy Stix from the menu. Then customize it by selecting half Valencia orange refresher, classic syrup, and raspberry syrup to be added to it. Select the mode of payment and submit.

Is the Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher still available?

Yes, Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher is still available at Starbucks.

Does Starbucks have Pixy Stix Refresher all year round?

Yes, Starbucks has Pixy Stix refresher all year round.

Is the Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher healthy?

Yes, the Starbucks Pixy Stix refresher is very healthy.

How much is the Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher?

Starbucks Pixy Stix refresher costs around $2.95.

Is Starbucks Pixy Stix Refresher Good?

Yes, Starbucks Pixy Stix is very good.