Dragon Fruit Punch Mocktail
A bright pink dragon fruit punch mocktail made with real pitaya, pineapple juice, and lime that holds its color for hours. Ready in 5 minutes and easy to batch for a crowd.
Servings 6 glasses
Calories 110kcal
Cost $8
Equipment
- 1 Large pitcher
- 1 Fine mesh strainer Optional, for a smoother, pulp-free punch
- 1 Citrus juicer Optional
Ingredients
For the Dragon Fruit Punch Mocktail
- 1 cup frozen pink dragon fruit cubes thawed and mashed into a puree
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda chilled
- 4 cups ice
For Garnish
- 4 lime wheels
- 4 mint sprigs
- 1/4 cup dragon fruit cubes fresh or thawed
Instructions
Make the Dragon Fruit Base
- Let frozen pink dragon fruit cubes thaw at room temperature for 10 minutes, then mash with a fork until mostly smooth.
- Press the puree through a fine mesh strainer if you prefer a smoother, pulp-free punch.
Build the Punch
- In a large pitcher, stir together the dragon fruit puree, pineapple juice, and lime juice until evenly combined.
- Add ice to the pitcher or directly to serving glasses, filling about halfway.
- Pour the lemon-lime soda in last and stir gently once to keep the fizz.
- Taste the punch and add a little more lime juice if it tastes too sweet.
- Garnish each glass with a lime wheel, a few dragon fruit cubes, and a mint sprig, then serve immediately.
Notes
Use frozen red or pink-fleshed dragon fruit, not the white-fleshed kind, for the brightest color. Keep the pitcher chilled and out of direct sun so the color holds. Add the soda last, right before serving, to keep the fizz.
