Description
This Starbucks-inspired Mango Dragonfruit Refresher is a vibrant and refreshing beverage perfect for a hot day. Combining tropical mango and dragonfruit flavors with a hint of tart lemonade and subtle caffeine from optional green coffee bean powder, this drink is fruity, colorful, and easy to make at home in just minutes.
Ingredients
Juices
- 1/4 cup White grape juice
- 1/3 cup Mango juice
- 1/4 cup Lemonade
Fruit
- 4 tbsp Freeze-dried dragon fruit (or frozen, chopped, divided)
Additional
- 1/2 tsp Green coffee bean powder (optional for caffeine)
- Ice (approximately 1/2 cup divided)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the white grape juice, mango juice, lemonade, freeze-dried dragon fruit, green coffee bean powder (if using), and 1/4 cup of ice into a cocktail shaker or any lidded container suitable for shaking.
- Shake: Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to thoroughly mix the flavors and chill the drink, ensuring the freeze-dried dragon fruit rehydrates slightly and infuses the beverage.
- Prepare Glass: Fill a serving glass with ice, then add some additional freeze-dried or fresh/frozen dragon fruit pieces for garnish and extra texture.
- Serve: Pour the shaken mixture over the prepared ice and fruit in the glass. Stir lightly if desired, then enjoy your refreshing Mango Dragonfruit Refresher!
Notes
- Freeze-dried dragon fruit can be substituted with frozen or fresh dragon fruit pieces for different textures.
- Green coffee bean powder adds caffeine but can be omitted for a caffeine-free version.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of lemonade or juices to your taste.
- Use a shaker or a tightly sealed jar to mix the drink effectively.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
