Vibrant Lucky Red Dragon Fruit Cocktail
A refreshing and visually stunning summer cocktail featuring fresh red dragon fruit, lime juice, and a splash of fizz. Perfect for backyard parties or casual get-togethers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium-sized red dragon fruit, peeled and cubed (about 1 cup or 150 grams)
- Juice of 1 large lime (about 1 ounce or 30 ml)
- 1–2 tablespoons simple syrup (homemade or store-bought, adjust to taste)
- 2 ounces white rum (optional, can substitute with vodka or omit for non-alcoholic)
- 4 ounces soda water or sparkling mineral water
- Ice cubes (crushed or whole, as preferred)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Optional: splash of orange liqueur or dash of bitters
Instructions
- Peel the red dragon fruit and cut it into cubes (about 1 cup or 150 grams). Place the cubes into your blender.
- Blend the dragon fruit until smooth and vibrant pink, about 30 seconds. For chunkier texture, pulse in short bursts.
- Juice one large lime (approximately 1 ounce or 30 ml) using a citrus juicer or by hand, removing seeds carefully.
- In a mixing glass or shaker, combine the dragon fruit puree, fresh lime juice, white rum (2 ounces/60 ml), and simple syrup (1-2 tablespoons or 15-30 ml). Stir or shake gently to blend the flavors.
- Fill your serving glass about 3/4 full with ice cubes or crushed ice.
- Strain the mixed cocktail over the ice to remove any pulp or seeds for a silky finish.
- Add 4 ounces (120 ml) of soda water or sparkling mineral water to the glass. Stir gently to combine without losing bubbles.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and optionally a thin slice of lime or a small dragon fruit wedge on the rim. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not over-blend the dragon fruit to avoid watery texture. Adjust simple syrup based on sweetness of the fruit. Strain the cocktail for a smoother finish and to remove seeds. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. For non-alcoholic version, omit rum and add extra soda water or coconut water. Chill glasses ahead for a crisp serving experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 10
- Calories: 180220
- Sugar: 1215
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 1520
- Fiber: 23
- Protein: 1
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