"The Party Monster is a fun tiki cocktail inspired by the mango lassi, one of my favorite drinks. I aimed to create a refreshing cocktail with a rich, creamy texture. I chose reposado tequila as the base to achieve a dessert-like flavor profile. To replicate the yogurt-like quality of a traditional lassi, I added mango puree and Calpico, a tangy Japanese drink similar to buttermilk. Finally, I finished the drink with lime juice, aquavit, and cardamom bitters, resulting in a floral and piney flavor with strong notes of mango and caraway." —JR