Copycat Starbucks Mango Dragonfruit Refresher

Copycat Starbucks Mango Dragonfruit Refresher

Dolce Flav

Servings

1

Prep Time

5 minutes

This Copycat Starbucks Mango Dragonfruit Refresher is a bright, tropical beverage with a refreshing balance of fruity sweetness and floral notes. Using mango extract and real dragonfruit or pitaya powder, this iced refresher recreates the vibrant pink color and crisp flavor of the café classic. Blended with cold water, ice, and a touch of fruit juice, this drink is naturally hydrating, lightly sweet, and perfect for warm weather or a fun, Instagram-worthy refreshment at home. Quick and easy to prepare, it captures the essence of Starbucks’ tropical favorite.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup freeze-dried dragonfruit chunks (or 1 tablespoon dragonfruit powder)

  • ½ cup cold water

  • ¼ cup mango juice

  • ½ teaspoon mango extract

  • 1–2 teaspoons simple syrup or agave syrup (adjust for sweetness)

  • 1 cup ice

  • Optional: fresh dragonfruit cubes or freeze-dried pieces for garnish

Directions

  1. Prepare the Dragonfruit Base: Rehydrate freeze-dried dragonfruit in ½ cup cold water for 2–3 minutes, or mix dragonfruit powder directly with water.

  2. Blend the Fruit: In a blender, combine rehydrated dragonfruit (or powder), mango juice, mango extract, and simple syrup. Blend 20–30 seconds until smooth.

  3. Add Ice: Pour mixture over a tall glass filled with ice.

  4. Stir & Serve: Stir gently to combine the flavors evenly.

  5. Optional Garnish: Add fresh or freeze-dried dragonfruit pieces for a visual pop. Serve immediately for a refreshing, tropical drink.