If you're craving a refreshing tropical drink, this Dragon Drink is the perfect solution. With a blend of mango, dragon fruit, lemonade, and coconut milk, it’s a vibrant and delicious beverage that's ideal for a warm day. Let's take a look at the ingredients you'll need to make this delightful drink.
Ingredients
- Ice: Enough to fill your glasses and keep the drink chilled.
- Mango juice: 1/2 cup of mango juice brings a sweet, tropical flavor to the drink.
- Freeze-dried dragon fruit chips: 1/2 cup, crushed, adds color and a subtle fruity taste to the mix.
- Lemonade: 4 cups of lemonade provide the base with a tangy, citrusy flavor.
- Coconut milk: 1 1/2 cups for a creamy finish that contrasts beautifully with the tangy lemonade.
- Whipped cream (optional): Add a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large pitcher, combine the lemonade, mango juice, and crushed freeze-dried dragon fruit chips. Stir until well mixed.
- Step 2:
- Fill glasses with ice, leaving a little room at the top for the coconut milk.
- Step 3:
- Pour the dragon fruit and mango mixture over the ice in each glass, filling about three-quarters full.
- Step 4:
- Top off each glass with coconut milk, allowing it to gently mix into the fruity base. The coconut milk will add a creamy layer that beautifully complements the tangy lemonade and sweet mango.
- Step 5:
- If desired, finish with a swirl of whipped cream on top for an extra decadent touch. Stir gently to combine before drinking.
Serving and Storage Tips
- Serve the Dragon Drink immediately for the freshest and most refreshing flavor.
- To make the drink extra cold, you can freeze the mango juice and lemonade in ice cube trays and use those instead of regular ice.
- This drink is best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the lemonade-mango-dragon fruit mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Just add ice and coconut milk right before serving.
Helpful Notes
- If you want a sweeter drink, feel free to add a tablespoon of honey or agave syrup to the lemonade mixture.
- For a different twist, try substituting pineapple juice for the mango juice.
- Ensure that your coconut milk is well shaken or stirred before pouring to get the best creamy texture.
Tips from well-known chefs
- Chef Bobby Flay suggests using fresh dragon fruit when in season for a more intense flavor and natural sweetness.
- Chef Giada De Laurentiis recommends adding a squeeze of lime for an extra citrusy kick.
- Chef Martha Stewart advises chilling your glasses in the freezer beforehand to keep the drink colder for longer.
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