Mango Dragonfruit Tropical Drink (Printable)

A tropical blend of mango and dragonfruit with citrus notes for a refreshing cool-down.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit Base

01 - 1 cup frozen dragonfruit (pitaya), cubed
02 - 1/2 cup frozen mango, cubed

→ Liquid Mix

03 - 1 cup white grape juice, unsweetened
04 - 1 cup cold water
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 to 2 tablespoons simple syrup or agave syrup, to taste

→ Garnish and Serving

07 - 1/2 cup diced dragonfruit or mango, fresh or frozen
08 - Ice cubes as needed

# How to Make:

01 - Combine frozen dragonfruit, frozen mango, white grape juice, cold water, and lime juice in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
02 - Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp and seeds.
03 - Taste the refresher base and add simple syrup or agave syrup as desired. Stir thoroughly to combine.
04 - Fill two large glasses with ice cubes and add several pieces of diced dragonfruit or mango to each.
05 - Pour the refresher base over the ice in each glass and garnish with fruit pieces. Serve immediately with a straw.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare with only 10 minutes needed.
  • Vibrant natural colors from real fruit.
  • Customizable sweetness and options for fizz.
  • Perfect for vegan and gluten-free lifestyles.
  • Brings a tropical café favorite right to your home.
02 -
  • Chill your glasses beforehand to keep the refresher cooler longer.
  • Use ripe but firm fruit to maintain vibrant colors and taste.
  • For a stronger fruity flavor, increase the dragonfruit portion slightly.
  • Prepare the base in advance and add ice just before serving to avoid dilution.
  • Experiment with green coffee extract to replicate the Starbucks signature taste.
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