Looking for a way to shake up your summer drinks? Try a vibrant Dragonfruit Mojito Cocktail—it’s an exotic riff on the classic mojito, with a burst of color and sweet flavor that’s sure to catch your guests’ attention.

This dragonfruit mojito blends white rum, fresh lime juice, mint leaves, dragonfruit puree, and a splash of soda water. It’s super refreshing—ideal for warm weather get-togethers. And that bright pink color? Almost too pretty to drink. You can whip it up in under five minutes, no sweat.

Honestly, this cocktail feels right at home at backyard parties, beach days, or just chilling on your own patio. Dragonfruit brings a mild sweetness and a pop of color, balancing the tart lime and minty freshness.

Dragonfruit Mojito Cocktail Recipe

You get the tropical vibes of dragonfruit mixed with the classic mint and lime combo. It’s a stunner in the glass and just screams summer.

John

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Cocktail shaker
Muddler
Jigger or measuring cups
Highball glasses
Fine-mesh strainer
Bar spoon
Knife and cutting board
Ice cube tray (preferably for larger cubes)

Ingredients

2 oz white rum
1 oz fresh lime juice about 1 medium lime
1/2 cup fresh dragonfruit cubed (pink variety for best color)

10-12 fresh mint leaves plus extra for garnish
1 tablespoon sugar or simple syrup
Soda water about 2 oz
Ice cubes
Lime wheel for garnish

Optional: 1 teaspoon dragonfruit seeds for texture and visual appeal

Instructions

Toss your dragonfruit cubes into the cocktail shaker and muddle them gently to get the juice flowing.
Add the mint leaves and give them a light muddle along with the dragonfruit—just enough to release those minty oils.

Pour in the rum, squeeze in fresh lime juice, and add your sugar or simple syrup.
Fill the shaker halfway with ice and shake it hard for about 15-20 seconds until everything’s nice and cold.
Fill a highball glass with fresh ice cubes. Big cubes work best, but use what you’ve got.

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into your glass so you don’t get any bits.
Top it off with soda water and give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon.
Finish with a mint sprig and a lime wheel for garnish. Looks fancy, right?

Notes

Feel free to tweak the recipe. Like it sweeter? Add more simple syrup. Craving a bolder mint flavor? Toss in a few extra leaves or muddle with a bit more enthusiasm.

Some people love the crunch of dragonfruit seeds—kind of like kiwi seeds. If you prefer a smoother drink, you can strain out the muddled dragonfruit before mixing in the other stuff.

Want to skip the booze? Just swap the rum for extra soda water or coconut water. You’ll still get plenty of those tropical notes.

Leftover dragonfruit? Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. It freezes well too, so you can save some for your next round of cocktails.

Tasting Notes

The Dragonfruit Mojito is all about bright, refreshing flavors—sweetness with a bit of tang. Pink dragonfruit gives it a subtle tropical vibe, but doesn’t overwhelm the drink.

Your first sip? You’ll notice the crisp, clean hit of mint and lime, classic mojito territory. Then the dragonfruit sneaks in, tying everything together with a mellow sweetness.

Rum brings warmth and a bit of backbone. I usually reach for white rum for a clean taste, but if you want more depth, a lightly aged rum does the trick.

Flavor Components:

Primary: Fresh mint, lime, dragonfruit
Secondary: Rum, simple syrup
Finish: Slightly sweet with cooling mint

The mouthfeel is light and super refreshing. There’s a nice balance between the syrup’s sweetness and the lime’s acidity, and the dragonfruit gives it an almost creamy texture.

Sweetness is pretty moderate here, but you can dial it up or down depending on your mood. The color—wow, that pink!—is half the fun and really makes the drink pop.

Food pairings? I’d go for light seafood, tropical fruit platters, spicy Asian dishes, or even grilled chicken. The drink holds its own but doesn’t overpower the food.

The aftertaste is clean, with mint lingering and a subtle touch of tropical fruit. Not too much, just enough to make you want another sip.

Substitutes

Can’t find dragon fruit for your mojito? No problem!

You can swap it out for other fruits that have a similar mild sweetness. Strawberries, for example, are a classic stand-in.

Their bright color and sweet flavor really shine in this cocktail. Just muddle 4 or 5 fresh strawberries instead of dragon fruit—easy enough, right?

Kiwi is another solid option. The seeds and texture are actually pretty close to dragon fruit, so it won’t feel like a huge change.

Use one peeled and chopped kiwi as your replacement. Watermelon chunks can work too, if you’re feeling summery.

Their light sweetness matches the dragon fruit profile surprisingly well.

Fruit Substitutions for Dragon Fruit:

Strawberries (4-5 berries)
Kiwi (1 whole fruit, peeled)

Watermelon (1/2 cup cubed)
White peach (1 medium)
Pear (1/2 medium, ripe)

Going alcohol-free? Just swap the rum for extra club soda or coconut water—honestly, it’s still super refreshing.

If you’re out of mint, basil can step in. It pairs with fruit in a way that’s a little different, but honestly, it works.

Lime juice is kind of essential, but if you absolutely have to, lemon juice can fill in. Just use the same amount as the recipe says.

Dragonfruit Mojito Cocktail Recipe