Dragon Fruit and Lemon Mule

The following recipe and photography were provided by our partner, Yoko Segawa of Yoko’s Kitchen.

Embrace the essence of spring with our delightful Dragon Fruit and Lemon Mule. Effortlessly crafted with Heinen’s Organic Dragon Fruit Lemonade, this cocktail boasts a charming pink hue that’s perfect for any gathering.

Heinen;s Dragon Fruit Lemonade with lemons.

With a simple mix of vodka, lemon juice, and ginger beer, it’s a breeze to whip up. Plus, the addition of lemon ice cubes infused with mint adds a refreshing twist. Whether you’re hosting a soirée or enjoying a quiet evening, this cocktail promises to delight your senses with every sip.

lemon slices and mint leaves in white icecube tray

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfect for the Spring season: The light pink color from the Organic Dragon Fruit Lemonade makes this drink perfect for spring gatherings and adds refreshing sweetness to this drink.
Simple to make: This cocktail recipe requires no special bar tools usually needed for cocktail making like a cocktail shaker. Simple mix in a glass and enjoy!
Lemon ice cubes for extra freshness: Ice cubes made with fresh lemon slices and mint leaves do not just look pretty but they add extra lemon flavor to the drink.

Ingredients

For the Mule

2 oz vodka
½ Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 oz Heinen’s Meyer Lemon Sparkling Water
2 oz Heinen’s Organic Dragon Fruit Lemonade
2 oz ginger beer
Dragon Fruit, sliced
Fresh mint sprigs

For the Lemon Ice Cubes

1 lemon, washed, sliced, and cut into small pieces
Fresh mint leaves

Instructions

1. Put a piece of lemon in each compartment of the ice cube tray. Add mint leaves to half of the compartment. Fill the tray with water and freeze overnight or until solid.
2. In a glass, add vodka and lemon juice. Fill the glass with the lemon ice cubes. Top with Dragon Fruit Lemonade and ginger beer. Garnish with Dragon Fruit and fresh mint.