Dragon Fruit Colada Recipe
The Dragon Fruit Colada is a vibrant and tropical cocktail that combines the exotic sweetness of dragon fruit syrup with the classic flavors of pineapple, coconut, and rum. This refreshing drink is perfect for warm weather and offers a beautiful pink hue that enhances any festive occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Tropical/Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 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)
Instructions
- Prepare the shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice to ensure the ingredients will chill properly.
- Add ingredients: Pour in the white rum, dragon fruit syrup, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, and lime juice into the shaker over the ice.
- Shake the cocktail: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and smooth.
- Strain and serve: Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with fresh ice to keep the drink cold without dilution from melted shaker ice.
- Garnish and present: Optionally, garnish the drink with a fresh pineapple wedge to enhance its tropical flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor balance.
- If dragon fruit syrup is unavailable, you can substitute with a mix of dragon fruit puree and simple syrup.
- Adjust cream of coconut amount according to your sweetness preference.
- For a frozen version, blend all ingredients with ice instead of shaking.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest taste and best textures.
Keywords: Dragon Fruit Colada, tropical cocktail, rum cocktail, pineapple and coconut drink, dragon fruit syrup cocktail, refreshing summer drink
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