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Let's be real: dragon fruit is that fruit. The one you walk past in the produce aisle and go, "Wait… what is that?"
It's bright pink, spiky, and kind of looks like it belongs in a cartoon. And you wonder “What would you do with that funky looking fruit?”
First of all, yes-it's 100% edible. And YES-it makes a killer dragon fruit mojito. 💃🍹 It's fruity, minty, slightly sweet, and absolutely gorgeous-and best of all, it's easier to make than it looks.

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Why You'll Love This Mojito
🍉 Dragon fruit 101. If you've never used it before, this drink is the perfect way to dip your toe in the tropical fruit pool. It’s a cool Beverage.
🎨 That color, though. The hot pink pulp turns your drink into a straight-up masterpiece.
🍃 Refreshing. Mint, lime, and fizz keep things light and breezy.
🍸 Easy to customize. Add rum, skip the rum, change up the sweetener-no cocktail police here.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
No need to memorize the measurements here-they're all in the recipe card below! But let's talk about the why behind the ingredients and what to use if you need to swap something out:

- Dragon Fruit (Pitaya) - The star of the show! If you can find fresh pink dragon fruit, amazing. If not, frozen purée or pre-cut frozen chunks will work just fine. (Pro tip: The pink variety gives that gorgeous color. White dragon fruit? Still tasty, just not as flashy.)
- Mint Leaves - Classic mojito stuff. Use fresh mint-no dried substitutions here. If your mint is super strong, start with less and adjust to taste.
- Lime Juice - Fresh-squeezed is best. The bottled kind will do in a pinch, but it won't have that same bright zing.
- Simple Syrup - You can use store-bought or make your own (just equal parts sugar and water, heated 'til dissolved). Want to switch it up? Try honey syrup or agave for a slightly different twist.
- Rum - White rum is traditional, but coconut rum or even tequila would be fun! Or skip the alcohol for a totally delicious mocktail.
- Club Soda - This adds the fizz. Swap in sparkling water or even flavored seltzer if you're feeling fancy.
How To Make Dragonfruit Mojitos
Honestly, this mojito comes together faster than you can say "cheers!" Here's the quick how-to (full details below in the recipe card):

Remove the dragon fruit from the freezer and let sit for 10 minutes before using. (Not shown in photos.)
- Place dragon fruit cubes at the bottom of your highball glass.
- Use a muddler to soften the cubes until you get some juice out of the cubes and the dragonfruit is smooth.
- Add in the mint leaves, and continue to muddle the dragon fruit and mint together until you have released mint oils.
- Continue by adding the sugar and lime juice. Continue to muddle the ingredients together until you have a semi-frozen mixture and the mint has released its oils.
- Add in the rum.
- Mix with a bar spoon.

- Mix with the bar spoon.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Ice should fill most of the glass.
- Pour in the club soda to fill the remainder of the glass
- Stir the drink.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wheels, and enjoy!

💡Recipe Tips
Procrastinators, take note!
Can't find frozen? No problem. Grab a fresh dragon fruit when you see it, chop it up, and freeze it yourself. Future You will be so impressed.
Use clear rum or risk a murky mojito
This drink is all about the color, so stick with white rum. Gold, dark, or spiced rums taste fine-but they'll turn your hot pink cocktail into swamp water real quick. (Still drinkable, but way less glam.)
Garnish like you mean it!
Mint sprigs, lime slices, maybe even a wedge of dragon fruit-don't skip it! The garnish is part of the whole "look at this beauty" experience. Your drink deserves accessories. 💅
Let's Switch It Up: Fun Variations
Want to get creative? Here are some tasty twists on this already-fun drink:
- Herb Swap: Try basil instead of mint for a fun, slightly peppery spin.
- Make it a Mocktail: Skip the rum and splash in a bit of coconut water or pineapple juice.
- Use a Flavored Rum: Coconut, mango, or passionfruit rum can totally change the vibe.
- Berry Mojito? Toss in a few raspberries or strawberries with the dragon fruit.

FAQ’s
If your grocery store doesn't have the fresh stuff, check the freezer aisle! Frozen dragon fruit cubes are your BFF here-try Target, Costco, or even Amazon if you’re feeling click-happy.
Yes you can! Just thaw it first so it blends in smoothly. Frozen dragon fruit is actually a lifesaver if your grocery store doesn't carry fresh (and honestly, it’s less messy too).
No worries-this drink is not here to stress you out. You can sweeten your mojito with honey, agave, or even a little maple syrup in a pinch. Adjust to taste!
Nope! This drink is a whole vibe with or without booze. Skip the rum and add a splash of coconut water or pineapple juice for a mocktail that still brings the tropical drama.
Yes, and you absolutely should! Just scale up the ingredients (math is a pain, I get it-multiply everything by 4 or 6), mix it in a big pitcher, and wait to add the club soda until right before serving so it stays fizzy and fabulous.

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🥂 One Last Sip…
Let's be honest-dragon fruit is weird. It's wonderful. And it's probably been sitting in your grocery store for months while you've walked right past it.
But this? This Dragon Fruit Mojito is your sign to finally try it. It's bright, refreshing, and totally not as complicated as it looks. So go ahead-muddle some mint, splash in some rum, and let this funky fruit show you what it can do. 🍸
Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Dragonfruit Mojito
- ⅓ cup frozen Dragon Fruit cubes
- 3 sprigs of mint
- 1 oz lime juice
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 2 oz white rum
- Ice cubes
- Club soda to fill glass (amount depends on size of glass)
Garnish
- extra mint leaves
- slice of lime
Instructions
Remove the dragon fruit from the freezer, place it in a bowl, and let it sit for 10 minutes before using.
Place dragon fruit cubes in the bottom of your highball cocktail glass and use a muddler to soften the dragon fruit cubes until you get some juice out of the cubes and the dragon fruit is smooth.
Add the mint leaves, and continue to muddle together the dragon fruit and mint, until you have released the oils in the mint.
Add the sugar and lime juice. Continue to muddle the ingredients together until you have a semi-frozen mixture and the mint has released its oils.
Pour in the rum and mix with a cocktail spoon.
Fill the glass almost to the top with ice and club soda.
Stir and enjoy!
Garnish with extra mint leaves and lime slices.
















jess says
holy cow! this is the adult version of my favorite starcucks refresher! thank you so much for making my evenings that much better