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You can whip up this bright and fruity mango dragon fruit sip at home. It tastes just as good as what you'd grab at the cafe, but you're looking at better-for-you stuff and way less sugar. Get your hands on three basic ingredients and a whisk and you're minutes away from a cool, beachy drink. I always make this for a girls' hang, afternoon treat, or anytime I want something fun—everyone prefers it over store-bought now.
The first time I tossed this together was because my niece was hot and thirsty visiting me. Now, it’s her top pick and we make it every time.
Vibrant Ingredients
- Fresh, frozen, or freeze-dried dragon fruit: pops of color and fun chewy bites—try for bright or super pink pieces
- Ice: makes each glass icy-cold and extra refreshing
- Green coffee bean extract (optional): want a little caffeine? This is what you need
- Mango juice: gives it the summery punch—pick 100% juice with nothing added if you can
- White grape juice: brings a gentle sweetness and helps with a clear, pretty look
- Dragon fruit powder: the star ingredient for that wild pink color and tropical taste—get pure powder with no extras
Easy How-To
- Finish and Serve:
- Pour the pinky base you made into each glass right over all that ice and dragon fruit. Go almost to the top with it.
- Mix it Up:
- Grab a pitcher or big bowl. Dump in mango juice, green coffee extract if you feel like it, white grape juice, and the dragon fruit powder. Whisk hard for about a minute—it should go neon and smooth out all the powdery bits.
- Ice It:
- Go ahead and add ice and a scoop of dragon fruit to the bottom of everyone’s glass. This keeps things cool and looks cool too.
- Grab a Glass:
- Serve right away while it’s chilly and bright. Give it a stir before you sip so you get both the juice and those pops of dragon fruit every time.
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Dragon fruit’s crazy pink color makes this drink feel special at parties or birthdays. Every time I serve it, people smile and always want seconds.
Chill Storage Ideas
Stick leftovers in the fridge without any ice or fruit mixed in—they’ll last fresh for two days. Add those extras right before you drink so it won’t get watery. Make sure to stir anything that sits for a while to bring back the taste.
Swap Outs
If you can’t score dragon fruit powder, try acai powder for a new twist or use fresh blended dragon fruit if you don’t care as much about neon color. Any see-through juice like apple or pear can swap places with white grape. Lighten it up and use coconut water instead of mango if that’s your thing.
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Serving Ideas
Pop in pineapple chunks or lime wheels for extra flair. For extra creamy, drizzle in a little coconut milk before serving. Fancy things up for parties with edible flower petals on top. Kids think it’s amazing with a paper umbrella in their cup.
Fun Backstory
Dragon fruit, also called pitaya, came from Central America but now you’ll see it in cool drinks everywhere. Mango brings those Southeast Asia vacation feels. This combo isn’t a classic anywhere, but it totally reminds me of the cheerful fruit drinks you see at beach stands all over the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why add dragon fruit here?
It's all about the wild color, light sweetness, and the mellow earthy background that lets the mango shine.
- → Is this just naturally sweet?
Totally! The juices from grape and mango bring plenty of natural sugar, so you don't have to add anything more.
- → How do I skip the caffeine?
Just leave the coffee extract out, and you’ve got a chill, kid-safe drink with zero buzz.
- → How can it be creamy?
Pour in a bit of coconut milk, give it a good shake, and you’ll end up with a super smooth and rich tropical sip.
- → Best way to pour and serve?
Chill it down, pour over ice, and top with fresh or crunchy freeze-dried dragon fruit pieces to make it pop.