Dragonfruit Mint Julep – A Refreshing Twist on Easy Recipes
This dragonfruit mint julep is a vibrant, tropical take on easy recipes with sweet fruit, cooling mint, and a splash of bourbon.
Servings: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 ripe dragonfruit, scooped
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup
- 2 ounces bourbon
- Crushed ice
- Mint sprig, for garnish
- Dragonfruit slice, for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle the dragonfruit, mint leaves, and simple syrup in a julep cup or glass until the mint is aromatic and the dragonfruit is broken down.
- Fill the glass halfway with crushed ice, then pour in the bourbon.
- Stir until the outside of the glass is frosty.
- Top with more crushed ice to mound it above the rim.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of dragonfruit. Serve immediately.