A perfect blend of fruity sweetness and vibrant tropical flavors—this DIY refresher captures the essence of the popular Starbucks drink, minus the commercial markup. It’s light, hydrating, and ready in just minutes!
Ingredients
Ingredient Quantity
Dragonfruit (pitaya) powder or frozen cubes 2–3 tbsp powder or ½ cup cubes
Mango juice or purée ½ cup
White grape juice (optional base) ¾ cup
Green tea (cold-brewed) ½ cup
Coconut milk (optional creamy layer) ¼ cup
Ice 1 cup
(You can skip or adjust the coconut milk based on preference.)
Preparation Steps
1. Brew the Green Tea
Cold-brew green tea by steeping tea leaves or tea bags in ½ cup of cold water for 2–4 hours in the fridge. Alternatively, use a strongly brewed cooled green tea.
2. Blend the Dragonfruit Base
Combine dragonfruit powder or frozen cubes and white grape juice in a blender. Blend until smooth and vibrant pink. If using powdered dragonfruit, blend for 10–15 seconds just to hydrate.
3. Add the Mango
Pour in ½ cup of mango juice or purée and blend again briefly to combine thoroughly.
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4. Mix in Green Tea
Stir or gently fold in the cold-brewed green tea—avoid blending to maintain color separation and visual clarity.
5. Add Ice & (Optional) Coconut Milk
Fill your serving glass with ice. Pour the mixed refresher over it. For a creamy finish, slowly drizzle ¼ cup of coconut milk on top—you’ll get that layered look seen at cafés.
6. Serve & Garnish
Gently stir or leave layered. Garnish with a slice of dried dragonfruit, mango wedge, or a sprig of mint for a fresh, Instagram-ready touch.
Quick Summary
Cold-brew green tea
Blend dragonfruit + grape juice
Add mango
Fold in green tea
Serve over ice with optional coconut milk
Why You’ll Love It
Vibrant and summery—bright pink with tropical flavor.
Healthy and hydrating—green tea adds antioxidants without overt sweetness.
Customizable—skip the grape juice for more tartness, or leave out coconut for a lighter version.
Cost-effective—make café-level drinks for a fraction of the price, under ₹50 per serving!
Recipe Tips
Sweetness adjustment: Use honey, agave, or stevia if you prefer a sweeter drink.
Dragonfruit forms: Powder gives bright color with no prep, while fresh/frozen cubes add texture and freshness.
Tea alternatives: Try white tea or hibiscus for unique floral notes.
✅ Final Thoughts
Refreshing, visually stunning, and full of flavor—this homemade Mango Dragonfruit Refresher delivers the café experience at home! Whether you’re cooling off on a hot day or looking for a fun drink to serve guests, this tropical delight is sure to elevate any moment.
Give it a try and share how it turned out! Want more DIY café-style drinks? Let me know in the comments.