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Dragon Fruit Margarita

A vibrant pink margarita made with fresh dragon fruit, tequila, lime juice, and agave nectar, perfect for summer gatherings and Instagram-worthy drinks.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 medium dragon fruit pink or magenta variety, peeled and cubed (about 1.5 cups)
  • 3 ounces silver tequila 6 tablespoons
  • 1.5 ounces fresh lime juice 3 tablespoons
  • 0.75 ounce agave nectar 1.5 tablespoons
  • 1 cup ice plus more for serving
  • Sea salt for rim optional
  • Lime wheel for garnish
  • Fresh mint sprig for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring spoon
  • Fine-mesh strainer or hawthorne strainer
  • Two cocktail glasses (rocks or coupe)
  • Bar spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Muddler (optional)

Method
 

  1. Cut the dragon fruit in half and scoop out the flesh, then chop into rough 1-inch cubes.
  2. Add the cubed dragon fruit and 1/2 cup of ice to the blender and pulse for about 30 seconds until smooth and silky.
  3. Strain the blended fruit through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing gently to yield about 1 cup of juice.
  4. Add 1/2 cup fresh ice to the cocktail shaker, then pour in the tequila, lime juice, agave nectar, and strained dragon fruit juice.
  5. Place the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for 10 to 12 seconds until the outside feels very cold.
  6. While shaking, chill two cocktail glasses by filling with ice and water for 30 seconds, then discard the ice and water.
  7. Using a hawthorne or bar strainer, pour the margarita into the chilled glasses over fresh ice.
  8. Rub a lime wheel around the rim of each glass and dip in sea salt if desired.
  9. Garnish each glass with a lime wheel and a mint sprig before serving immediately.

Notes

Serve immediately for best flavor and appearance. Straining the dragon fruit juice ensures a silky, clear margarita without fibrous bits.