Mango-Chile Sunrise

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the sugar, chopped chiles and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved.
3. 3
   Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour.
4. 4
   Combine the rum, mango nectar and yuzu juice in a pitcher.
5. 5
   Strain the chile syrup into the pitcher; stir until incorporated.
6. 6
   Divide among ice-filled glasses.
7. 7
   Add a few drops of grenadine to each drink and top with a splash of seltzer.
8. 8
   Garnish with a halved chile.
9. 9
   Photograph by Ryan Liebe