Copycat Dunkin’ Blueberry Breeze Refresher Recipe

If you’ve ever walked out of Dunkin’ with a Blueberry Breeze Refresher in hand, you know it tastes like a beachside breeze bottled in a cup. Sweet, tart, cool, and just the right amount of caffeinated, it’s the kind of summer drink that sticks in your memory long after the season fades. Now you don’t have to wait for the drive-thru or wonder when it might disappear again. This copycat Dunkin’ Blueberry Breeze Refresher brings that same chilled magic right into your kitchen, with real blueberries, a punchy zing of lemon, and your choice of green tea, lemonade, or even sparkling water.

You can tweak it to match your favorite version. Want it extra fruity? Add more purée. Prefer it lighter? Use sparkling water. Just five minutes and a few pantry ingredients, and you’ll be sipping summer, no matter what month it is.

How to make Dunkin’ Blueberry Breeze Refresher

Start by making a quick homemade blueberry syrup: simmer blueberries with sugar and water, add lemon juice or citric acid, and let it chill. That’s your flavor concentrate. For the drink, pour the syrup over ice, then top with chilled green tea or lemonade. Stir gently, sip slowly. The real key is keeping that berry flavor balanced, sweet but not heavy, tangy but not sour. Use green tea if you want that gentle caffeine lift like Dunkin’s original. Use lemonade if you’re chasing sunshine in a cup.

Nutrition facts (per 16 oz serving)

Calories: 130
Total Fat: 0 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 33 g
Sugar: 28 g
Protein: 0 g
Caffeine: ~45 mg (if using green tea)

Ingredients (1 serving, 16 oz)

Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus syrup cooling time)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1 (plus extra syrup for more)

For the blueberry syrup:

• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon citric acid (or 2 tablespoons lemon juice)
• Optional: 2 blackberries (for color)
• Optional: 1 green tea bag (steeped in hot syrup for added caffeine)

For the refresher:

• ¼ cup blueberry syrup
• 1¼ cups cold brewed green tea, lemonade, or soda water
• Ice
• Optional: Lemon wedge, mint, or fresh blueberries for garnish

Tools you’ll need

• Small saucepan
• Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
• Jar or bottle for syrup
• Tall glass (16 oz)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spoon or reusable straw

Instructions

Make the blueberry syrup

In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and stir occasionally. Let it cook for 8–10 minutes until berries burst. Lightly mash them with the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in citric acid or lemon juice. Strain through mesh sieve into a jar and let cool completely. (Makes about 1½ cups syrup)

Assemble the refresher

Fill a 16 oz glass with ice. Pour in ¼ cup of blueberry syrup. Top with green tea, lemonade, or sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.

Garnish and serve

Add a few fresh blueberries or a lemon wedge for flair. Sip with a straw or spoon for bonus berry bits.

Tips

• Make syrup ahead, it keeps for 1 week in the fridge
• Chill your glass to keep the drink frosty longer
• Adjust syrup amount to taste: 2 tablespoons for light, ¼ cup for sweet
• For caffeine, use green tea or add ½ tsp green tea powder to the syrup
• Want more tartness? Add an extra squeeze of lemon when serving

What to serve with

Fresh and bright

• Cucumber and melon skewers – Crisp, juicy, and ultra-hydrating. They echo the drink’s lightness and keep things refreshing.
• Coconut yogurt parfaits – Blueberries love coconut, and the creaminess offers a cool contrast to the tart drink.
• Fresh fruit salad with mint – Especially good with strawberries and pineapple. Toss in a few blueberries to match your glass.

Comforting snacks

• Blueberry scones – A cozy tea-time pairing. Their buttery crumb complements the drink’s brightness.
• Lemon bars – The zingy citrus plays up the tart notes in the refresher.
• Poppy seed muffins – Soft, slightly sweet, and great for breakfast or a midday bite.

Savory balance

• Turkey and arugula wrap – Something light, peppery, and not too rich. A clean backdrop for fruity refreshment.
• Goat cheese crostini with honey – The tangy creaminess brings out the blueberries’ deeper flavors.
• Grilled chicken salad – Especially with a citrus vinaigrette. The acidity and greens work in harmony with the drink’s sweet-tart profile.

Variations

Sparkling Breeze
Use club soda instead of tea or lemonade for a fizzy lift.

Blueberry-Strawberry Duo
Add 2 tablespoons strawberry purée or syrup to the mix for a berry-on-berry twist.

No-Caffeine Chill
Use lemonade or soda water if you’re avoiding caffeine completely.

Green Tea Boost
Double the tea bag count during steeping, or add a pinch of matcha for extra energy.

Frozen Version
Blend everything with ice for a slushy-style refresher. Ideal for heatwaves.

Cocktail Hour
Add a shot of vodka or gin, shake with ice, and strain over fresh cubes. Garnish with mint.

Ingredient substitutes

Blueberries
Original: Frozen blueberries
Substitutes: Fresh blueberries (simmered), wild blueberries (more tart), blueberry preserves (reduce sugar)

Sugar
Original: Granulated sugar
Substitutes: Honey, agave, stevia (adjust amount), or coconut sugar for a deeper flavor

Citric Acid
Original: Food-grade citric acid
Substitutes: Fresh lemon or lime juice (2 tbsp), or white vinegar (use sparingly)

Green Tea
Original: Brewed green tea
Substitutes: White tea, black tea (for stronger flavor), herbal berry tea (caffeine-free)

Lemonade Base
Original: Lemonade
Substitutes: Limeade, orange juice with lemon splash, or DIY lemon water with sweetener

Blackberries (for color)
Optional: Enhances purple tone
Substitutes: Purple carrot juice, pomegranate juice, or skip for a lighter blue hue

Soda Water
Original: Sparkling water
Substitutes: Tonic water (adds bitterness), lemon seltzer, or kombucha (if adventurous)