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Dragon Fruit Mango Sunrise Refresher

A stunning bi-layered tropical mocktail featuring sweet mango nectar and vibrant red dragon fruit. Refreshing, healthy, and perfect for summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Beverage, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Mango Base
  • 1 cup Mango nectar or juice chilled
  • 0.5 cup Lemonade
  • 1 tbsp Simple syrup optional, for density
Dragon Fruit Layer
  • 0.5 cup Red dragon fruit cubed (fresh or frozen)
  • 0.5 cup Water or coconut water
Assembly
  • 2 cups Ice cubes
  • 2 sprigs Fresh mint for garnish
  • 2 slices Orange for garnish

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Highball glasses
  • Spoon
  • Pitcher

Method
 

  1. In a pitcher, combine mango nectar and lemonade. Stir well. This will be your bottom layer.
  2. In a blender, puree the red dragon fruit cubes with water (or coconut water) until smooth.
  3. Fill two highball glasses to the top with ice cubes.
  4. Pour the mango lemonade mixture into the glasses, filling them about 2/3 full.
  5. Place a spoon upside down over the ice. Slowly pour the dragon fruit mixture over the back of the spoon to float it on top of the mango layer.
  6. Garnish with a fresh orange slice and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately with a straw.

Notes

To ensure distinct layers, make sure the bottom liquid has more sugar (is denser) than the top liquid.