Dragon Fruit Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe

Dragon fruit adds a bright pink color and sweet tropical taste to this refreshing cocktail.

This easy dragon fruit daiquiri recipe needs just four ingredients: white rum, dragon fruit, lime juice, and simple syrup.

The exotic dragon fruit creates an Instagram-worthy drink that looks impressive but takes only 5 minutes to make.

Its mild flavor pairs perfectly with rum and citrus in this modern twist on a classic daiquiri.

Anyone can make this show-stopping pink cocktail at home.

The recipe works with both fresh and frozen dragon fruit, making it simple to enjoy year-round when fresh dragon fruit isn’t in season.

Dragon Fruit Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe

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This tropical cocktail combines fresh dragon fruit with rum and lime juice for a bright pink drink that tastes as good as it looks.

John

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Serving Size 1

Equipment

• Cocktail shaker
• Hawthorne strainer
• Fine-mesh strainer
• Jigger or measuring tool
• Muddler
• Coupe or martini glass
• Knife and cutting board

Ingredients

• 2 oz white rum
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 3/4 oz simple syrup
• 2 oz fresh dragon fruit cubed (about 1/4 medium dragon fruit)
• Ice for shaking
• Dragon fruit slice for garnish optional

Instructions

• Cut the dragon fruit in half and scoop out the flesh. Cut into small cubes.
• Add the dragon fruit cubes to a cocktail shaker and muddle until broken down into a pulp.
• Pour in the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
• Double strain through a Hawthorne strainer and fine-mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
• Garnish with a thin dragon fruit slice if desired.

Notes

Store leftover dragon fruit in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The cocktail tastes best when made with fresh fruit.

For a frozen version, blend all ingredients with 1 cup of ice instead of shaking.

The drink should be a vibrant pink color. If using white-fleshed dragon fruit, add 1-2 drops of red food coloring to achieve the signature pink hue.

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Tasting Notes

A Dragon Fruit Daiquiri offers a bright pink color that catches the eye. The drink presents a sweet-tart balance with tropical fruit notes at the forefront.

The first sip brings forward the fresh dragon fruit flavor, followed by a citrusy punch from the lime juice.

The white rum adds subtle vanilla and oak notes that blend smoothly with the fruit.

Key flavors:

• Dragon fruit: Sweet and mild
• Lime: Bright and zesty
• White rum: Clean and smooth
• Simple syrup: Balances tartness

The texture feels light and refreshing on the palate. Each sip ends with a clean finish that doesn’t leave any heavy aftertaste.

This cocktail works best when served ice-cold. The temperature helps maintain the crisp flavors and keeps the drink refreshing from start to finish.

Serving temperature: 35-40°F (2-4°C)

The garnish of fresh dragon fruit adds visual appeal and lets guests know what’s in their glass. A lime wheel provides an extra citrus aroma with each sip.