1. Prepare the Dragonfruit Puree

If using fresh fruit: remove the skin, dice the white-fleshed or red-fleshed interior, and puree in a blender until smooth. For frozen, simply thaw before blending. Strain for ultra-smooth texture, if desired.

2. Chill All Liquids in Advance

Coconut water, lemonade/limeade, and grape juice/green tea should be well-chilled to preserve the glow effect and prevent dilution.

3. Optional: Prepare Glow Ice Cubes

Fill ice cube trays with tonic water. Freeze for several hours. Under blacklight, these cubes will emit a blue-green glow.

4. Combine in a Pitcher or Mixing Glass

In a shaker or pitcher, combine dragonfruit puree, coconut water, lemonade or limeade, and grape juice or green tea. Add honey or simple syrup if additional sweetness is needed. Mix until smooth.

5. Add Ice and Edible Glitter

Fill serving glasses with regular or tonic ice cubes. Stir in glitter directly into the glasses—or premix into the drink base—and watch the shimmer swirl to the surface.

6. Serve and Garnish

Pour the mixed drink into ice-filled glasses. Garnish with dragonfruit pieces, a lime wheel, mint sprig, edible flower, or glow-stick stirrer. Serve immediately with a straw or spoon to stir glitter or witness the glow.