Teague says: for a lower abv version, omit the gin and increase montenegro to 2oz for a "spring rain"

The Papa's Pilar Blonde is a clearly adulterated sweet bomb rum with strong butterscotch notes that typically aren't present in other light rums. Use a gold or dark rum with a similar sweet profile if it's unavailable.

Adjust the 2 oz base ratios of tequila and Ancho Reyes Verde to the desired level of spice

I used defrosted Goya unsweetened fruit pulp for the mango puree, but you might need to reduce the syrup if using something with added sugar.

Lots of different amari can be used in place of Averna, like Zucca for example. Half and half or cream can be used in place of the milk.

To make the cinnamon syrup, toast and break up two stick of cinnamon. In a medium saucepan, add cinnamon, 4 cups of sugar and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover and let stand for 20 minutes, strain.

To make the turmeric tea, add 1 tsp turmeric powder and 2 cups of water to a medium saucepan and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain.

Finishing it with seltzer makes this drink more approachable, which is important because I find that this is a very nice early-in-the-day sipper. It's also very representative of springtime around these parts with it's beautiful pink color and gin-botanical character.