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pineapple dragonfruit lemonade

Pineapple Dragonfruit Lemonade

A refreshing tropical copycat of Starbucks' popular pineapple dragonfruit lemonade made with real dragonfruit, pineapple juice, and homemade lemonade in just 5 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Core Ingredients
  • 1 whole fresh dragonfruit (pitaya) Use either white or red-fleshed varieties; red provides the iconic color
  • 1 cup 100% pineapple juice Dole brand recommended for consistency with Starbucks' flavor profile
  • 1 cup homemade or store-bought lemonade Newman's Own recommended for store-bought; has the right sweet-tart ratio
  • 2 tablespoons simple syrup 1:1 ratio of sugar and water dissolved together
  • 2 cups ice cubes Chills the drink and provides the signature refreshing quality
  • 1/4 cup water Helps balance the intensity and achieve the perfect dilution
Optional Toppings & Add-Ins
  • extra dragonfruit pieces
  • fresh pineapple chunks
  • mint leaves
  • lemon slices

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Prepare the fresh dragonfruit by cutting it in half and scooping out the flesh with a spoon or blending it to extract the juice and pulp.
  1. In a blender or cocktail shaker, combine the dragonfruit flesh, pineapple juice, lemonade, simple syrup, and water.
  1. Add ice cubes and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well combined and chilled.
  1. Pour into glasses and top with optional garnishes such as dragonfruit pieces, pineapple chunks, mint leaves, or lemon slices.
  1. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade pineapple dragonfruit lemonade.