Dragon Drink Coconut Milk (Printable)

A tropical blend of dragon fruit, coconut milk, and citrus for a refreshing and creamy beverage.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1/2 cup freeze-dried dragon fruit pieces or 3/4 cup fresh dragon fruit, diced
02 - 1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Liquids

03 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk from carton
04 - 1 cup cold water
05 - 1/2 cup white grape juice

→ Sweetener

06 - 2 to 3 tablespoons simple syrup or agave nectar

→ Citrus

07 - 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice

→ Ice

08 - 1 to 2 cups ice cubes

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine dragon fruit, strawberries, coconut milk, cold water, grape juice, and lime juice in a blender. Process until smooth with vibrant color.
02 - Taste the mixture and add simple syrup or agave nectar as desired. Blend briefly to incorporate.
03 - Fill two large glasses with ice cubes.
04 - Pour blended mixture over ice, straining through fine mesh sieve if smoother texture is preferred.
05 - Stir gently and garnish with additional dragon fruit cubes or lime slice. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and simple to prepare in just 10 minutes.
  • Features vibrant dragon fruit and refreshing citrus for a tropical burst.
  • Dairy-free, vegan, and gluten-free, suitable for many dietary needs.
  • Comes together with commonly available ingredients like coconut milk and strawberries.
  • Customizable sweetness to suit your taste.
02 -
  • Use freeze-dried dragon fruit for a more intense flavor and smoother texture.
  • Strain through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer no fruit pulp in the drink.
  • Substitute white grape juice with apple juice to soften the flavor profile.
  • Adjust ice quantity to make the drink more or less chilled and diluted.
  • Always use unsweetened carton coconut milk to avoid overly thick or sweet textures.
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