Oranges and yams

Prepare a cocktail glass by running a citrus wedge around the rim, then dipping the rim into a small plate of salt to create an even salted edge.

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes, ensuring it is at least half full to properly chill and dilute the drink.

Juice fresh oranges to yield approximately 2 ounces of fresh-squeezed orange juice, straining out any seeds or excess pulp.

Prepare a yam syrup by combining cooked mashed yam with simple syrup and stirring until smooth and fully incorporated, then strain through a fine mesh sieve.

Add the fresh orange juice, yam syrup, and any remaining tiki cocktail components to the ice-filled shaker.

Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels well chilled.

Strain the cocktail into the salt-rimmed glass filled with fresh crushed ice, pouring slowly to preserve the layered tropical appearance.

Garnish with an orange wheel, a sprig of fresh mint, or a decorative tiki umbrella, and serve immediately.