Name: Dragon Fruit Colada
Prep time: 4 min
Ingredients: 2 oz white rum; 2 oz pineapple juice; 1 oz dragon fruit syrup; 1 oz cream of coconut; 0.5 oz lime juice; Garnish: pineapple wedge ((optional))

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The Dragon Fruit Colada is a vibrant, tropical cocktail with a creamy finish and a splash of citrus. It blends dragon fruit syrup with white rum, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, and a touch of lime juice for balance. The dragon fruit adds a bold color and subtle sweetness, while the pineapple and coconut give it that classic colada feel. Lime juice cuts through the richness just enough to keep it refreshing. Whether served over ice or blended, it’s smooth, fruity, and perfect for poolside sipping or anytime you want a colorful, easygoing drink. Garnish with a lime wheel or dragon fruit slice for a fun finish.

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Tasting Notes

The Dragon Fruit Colada is creamy, tropical, and lightly sweet with a pop of bright color. The white rum adds a smooth, clean base. Dragon fruit syrup brings in a mild fruit flavor with a bold pink hue. Pineapple juice adds a tart edge, while cream of coconut softens everything with a rich texture. Lime juice gives the drink a fresh, citrusy finish that balances out the sweetness. It’s colorful, cool, and easy to drink. You get tropical flavor with a smooth texture, and just enough citrus to keep it from feeling heavy or too sweet.

Equipment and Glassware

You’ll need a shaker or blender to mix this drink smoothly—either one works depending on the texture you want. A jigger helps measure out the juices, syrup, and rum accurately. A strainer can be helpful if you’re shaking and want to remove any pulp or ice shards. A highball or hurricane glass works best to show off the drink’s color and texture. A bar spoon or straw helps with stirring if needed. A small paring knife is useful for prepping any optional garnishes like a lime wheel or dragon fruit slice.

Ingredients

2 oz white rum
1 oz dragon fruit syrup
2 oz pineapple juice
1 oz cream of coconut
0.5 oz lime juice
Garnish: dragon fruit slice, pineapple wedge, or lime wheel (optional)

Instructions

Add rum, dragon fruit syrup, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, and lime juice to a shaker filled with ice.
Shake well for about 15 seconds until chilled and smooth.
Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Garnish with your choice of fruit.

Pro Tips

Chill all your ingredients before mixing to keep the drink cold without needing too much ice.
Use fresh lime juice it gives a cleaner, sharper taste.
Shake well or blend long enough to fully mix the cream of coconut and syrup.
If your cream of coconut is thick, warm it slightly to make it easier to measure.
You can use store-bought dragon fruit syrup or make your own with fresh fruit and sugar.
Garnish with fresh dragon fruit if available it boosts both the look and the aroma.
For a frozen version, blend with crushed ice until smooth.

When to Serve

The Dragon Fruit Colada is a great pick for summer parties, tropical-themed events, or beach days. It’s perfect for poolside sipping, BBQs, or casual weekends when you want something fruity and cold. Serve it as a fun option alongside more classic cocktails—it looks good on a tray and tastes light enough for any time of day. It’s also a hit at brunches or girls’ nights when you want to serve something colorful but easy to make. It’s great for laid-back settings where the drinks should be tasty, not too strong, and easy to enjoy.

Which Liquor Brands to Choose

Choose a clean, light white rum like Bacardi Superior, Flor de Caña Extra Dry, or Don Q Cristal.
These mix well without overpowering the drink. For dragon fruit syrup, brands like Monin or Torani are reliable, or you can make your own by simmering dragon fruit with sugar and water.
Use canned pineapple juice with no added sugar or fresh if you can squeeze it.
Cream of coconut should be smooth and rich Coco Lopez or Real Gourmet are good choices.
Fresh lime juice gives the best balance.
Stick with chilled ingredients for a better texture and flavor.

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