"You need to shake it well with a lot of ice and double strain the drink to get all the pulp out for a smooth cocktail," Goldstein says. Using fresh fruit is the best way to get the best flavors.

Fresh dragon fruit usually has a white interior that is better used as a decorative garnish (and post-cocktail snack); however, if fresh dragon fruit is out of season or out of your budget ...

The sweet and sour combination of vanilla vodka, passion fruit liqueur ... or other glass of your choice into the freezer. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Halve the passionfruit, scoop out ...