Introduction
I figured out how to make this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink at home after my youngest asked for it by name every single time we passed the drive-through, and honestly I’m glad I did — it’s one of the most fun, colorful, and genuinely delicious drinks I’ve ever made in my kitchen. The concept is simple: a sparkling energy base spiked with a bright, fruity pixie stick flavor that’s sweet, tangy, and completely addictive in the best possible way. You get that same neon-bright, candy-flavored drink experience without the drive-through price tag or the wait. This takes about 5 minutes and is completely customizable by flavor and color. This is perfect for weekend treats, birthday parties, sleepovers, or any morning you want a fun, energizing drink that tastes like pure nostalgia. If you love homemade copycat coffee shop drinks, also try this copycat 7 Brew sweet salty iced latte for a more coffee-forward version that’s equally fast to pull together.
How to Make 7 Brew Pixie Stick Energy Drink (Quick Overview)
To make this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink, pour a can of lightly caffeinated sparkling water or energy drink over a full glass of ice, add your chosen pixie stick flavors, a splash of fruit juice, and a squeeze of lemon or lime. Stir gently until the pixie stick sugar dissolves completely and serve with a colorful straw. The whole drink is ready in 5 minutes.
About the Ingredients
Pixie Sticks
Pixie sticks are the signature ingredient that gives this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink its bright, candy-sweet flavor and vibrant color. Use 2-3 pixie sticks per drink depending on how sweet and intense you want the flavor — strawberry, blue raspberry, grape, and watermelon are all excellent choices. The sugar dissolves almost instantly when stirred into the sparkling base. The food-grade colorings used in pixie sticks are reviewed and regulated for safe consumption — according to the FDA’s guide to color additives in food, all certified color additives used in candy products must meet strict safety standards before approval for use in food and beverages.
Sparkling Energy Drink or Sparkling Water
A can of lightly caffeinated sparkling drink — like a Celsius, Rockstar, or even a plain sparkling water — forms the fizzy, energizing base of this copycat 7 Brew pixie stick drink recipe. The carbonation keeps the drink feeling lively and festive rather than flat and syrup-like, and it’s what creates that drive-through quality feel in every sip.
Fruit Juice
A small splash of matching fruit juice — strawberry, raspberry, or pineapple — adds a more natural fruit flavor that rounds out the candy sweetness of the pixie sticks in this homemade pixie stick energy drink 7 Brew and makes the drink taste more complex than just sugar and carbonation.
Lemon or Lime Juice
A fresh squeeze of lemon or lime juice adds a bright, tart edge that balances the intense sweetness of the pixie sticks in this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink and keeps every sip tasting refreshing rather than cloying.
Ice
A full glass of ice is essential for keeping this copycat 7 Brew pixie stick drink recipe cold, bubbly, and properly chilled — it also slightly dilutes the sweetness as it melts, giving you a more balanced drink over time.
Tips and Tricks
Stir the pixie stick sugar into the drink immediately after pouring so it dissolves completely before the carbonation fades in this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink — undissolved sugar sinks to the bottom and makes the last few sips much sweeter than the rest.
Use a tall clear glass so the vibrant color of the pixie stick drink is fully visible — presentation is half the fun of making this copycat 7 Brew pixie stick drink recipe and a colorful drink in a clear glass is genuinely stunning.
Match your pixie stick flavor to your fruit juice for a more cohesive, intense flavor in this homemade pixie stick energy drink 7 Brew — strawberry pixie stick with strawberry juice, blue raspberry with raspberry juice, and so on.
Pro Tips
For a layered color effect in this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink, use two different color pixie sticks and add them one at a time — pour the first over ice, let it settle, then add the second without stirring for a gradient color effect before guests mix it themselves.
Add a rim of matching colored sugar to the glass before pouring for a party-ready presentation of this copycat 7 Brew pixie stick drink recipe that looks like something from a specialty drink bar.
For a frozen version, blend all the ingredients with extra ice in a blender for a pixie stick slushie version of this homemade pixie stick energy drink 7 Brew that’s perfect for hot summer days.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Fill a tall clear glass all the way with ice.
- Pour the sparkling energy drink or sparkling water slowly into the glass over the ice, filling about ¾ of the way.
- Add a splash of matching fruit juice — about 2 tablespoons — and stir gently.
- Open 2-3 pixie sticks of your chosen flavor and pour them directly into the drink.
- Stir gently but thoroughly until the pixie stick sugar dissolves completely into the liquid.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice and stir once more.
- Taste and adjust — add another pixie stick for more sweetness and color, or more lemon juice for more tartness.
- Serve immediately with a colorful straw while the carbonation is at its best.
Variations
For a blue raspberry pixie stick energy drink, use blue raspberry pixie sticks, blue raspberry sparkling water, and a splash of raspberry juice for a vibrant electric blue version of this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink.
For a tropical version, use pineapple or coconut sparkling water as the base and add watermelon or orange pixie sticks for a tropical flavor profile in this copycat 7 Brew pixie stick drink recipe.
For a non-caffeinated kids’ version, use plain sparkling water instead of an energy drink base — all the fun, candy-bright flavor of this homemade pixie stick energy drink 7 Brew without any caffeine.
Mix two or three different pixie stick flavors together for a custom mystery flavor combination that’s different every time you make this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink.
For a cream version, add a splash of coconut cream or heavy cream on top for a dreamy, candy-cream drink that tastes like a liquid pixie stick milkshake.
How to Store
This 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink is best made fresh and enjoyed immediately — the carbonation flattens and the ice melts within 20-30 minutes.
Pixie sticks can be pre-opened and measured into small prep cups ahead of time for fast assembly at a party — just pour into the drink and stir when ready in this copycat 7 Brew pixie stick drink recipe.
The fruit juice splash can be measured and stored in the fridge for up to 1 week, making this homemade pixie stick energy drink 7 Brew even faster to assemble on demand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What pixie stick flavors work best in this drink?
Strawberry, blue raspberry, watermelon, and grape are the most vibrant and popular flavors for this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink — all dissolve quickly and create beautiful colors in the glass.
Can I use a different sparkling drink base?
Yes — any lightly flavored sparkling water, energy drink, or lemon-lime soda works as the base in this copycat 7 Brew pixie stick drink recipe depending on how caffeinated or sweet you want the final drink.
How many pixie sticks should I use?
Start with 2 per drink and add a third if you want more sweetness and color intensity in this homemade pixie stick energy drink 7 Brew — the sugar content varies by brand so adjust to your taste.
Is this drink caffeinated?
Only if you use a caffeinated sparkling energy drink as the base — use plain sparkling water for a caffeine-free version of this 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink.
Can I make a pitcher of this for a party?
Yes — make the base with sparkling water and fruit juice in a large pitcher and let guests add their own pixie sticks individually so the carbonation stays fresh in this copycat 7 Brew pixie stick drink recipe.
What glass size works best?
A 16-20 oz tall clear glass shows off the color best and gives enough room for ice, the drink, and all the fizzy volume of this homemade pixie stick energy drink 7 Brew.
What can I serve alongside this drink?
This 7 Brew pixie stick energy drink pairs perfectly alongside our cotton candy glitter bomb sparkling party drink for the most colorful, fun party drink station that kids and adults both absolutely love.
Homemade 7 Brew Pixie Stick Energy Drink Copycat
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Fill a tall clear glass all the way with ice.
- Pour the sparkling energy drink or sparkling water slowly into the glass over the ice, filling about ¾ of the way.
- Add a splash of matching fruit juice and stir gently.
- Open 2-3 pixie sticks and pour them directly into the drink.
- Stir gently but thoroughly until the pixie stick sugar dissolves completely.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice and stir once more.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
- Serve immediately with a colorful straw.