Sweet Potato Bourbon Smash

Sip Into Autumn Bliss with a Sweet Potato Bourbon Smash. As the crisp air of fall settles in, it’s time to embrace the season’s flavors with this tantalizing cocktail. This delightful concoction is a perfect blend of autumnal warmth and classic sophistication. It is an ideal choice for any fall evening, gathering, or Thanksgiving celebration.

Homemade Sweet Potato Syrup:

At the heart of this cocktail lies the homemade Sweet Potato Syrup. This simple creation elevates the drink to an even better flavor. Crafting this syrup is a breeze. Boil roasted sweet potatoes with sugar and water. Strain the mixture. Then, the resulting syrup has a rich, velvety sweetness. This perfectly complements the robust notes of bourbon.

To assemble the Sweet Potato Bourbon Smash, combine equal parts of the luscious sweet potato syrup and your favorite bourbon. The result is a harmonious marriage of flavors that dance on your palate. Finish off this autumnal elixir with a splash of seltzer, imparting a fizzy effervescence that adds a refreshing twist.

Sparkle Sugar Allspice Rims:

The presentation is just as important as the taste, and this cocktail doesn’t disappoint. For example, this glass is adorned with a rim dipped in a dazzling mixture of sparkling sugar in shades of gold and orange. Furthermore, the sugar is combined with the warm essence of ground allspice. This not only adds a touch of visual flair but also introduces a subtle hint of spice with every sip.

Whether you’re curled up by the fireplace or toasting good times, the Sweet Potato Bourbon Smash embodies the spirit of fall. Furthermore, its easy preparation, distinctive flavors, and festive presentation make it a standout. Consequently, it’s a signature cocktail to elevate their autumn gatherings. So, embrace the season’s bounty and sip your way into the cozy, flavorful embrace of fall with this enchanting cocktail. Cheers to autumnal bliss!

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Sweet Potato Bourbon Smash

Course Cocktails, Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword Fall Cocktails, sweet potato cocktail, sweet potato smash, sweet potato syrup, Thanksgiving Cocktails

Prep Time 40 minutes

Servings 2 cocktails

Author Lora Wiley-Lennartz

Ingredients

Sweet Potato Simple Syrup

• 1/2 cup roasted sweet potato
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water

Sweet Potato Bourbon Smash:

• 1 tablespoon sparkling sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 4 shots bourbon
• 2 shots sweet potato syrup
• 2 Splashes seltzer

Instructions

Make the Sweet Potato Simply Syrup:

1. Place ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil
2. Stir the mixture until the sugar has dissolved.
3. Puree with a hand blender
4. Strain and discard the pulp.

Make the Sweet Potato Bourbon Smash:

1. Place the sparkling sugar and allspice into a jar and shake.
2. Pour onto a plate.
3. Coat the rim of the glass in sweet potato syrup.
4. Roll the glass rims in the allspice sugar.
5. Add ice to the glasses.
6. Add the bourbon and syrup to a shaker with ice.
7. Shake and strain into the glasses.
8. Top with seltzer and serve

Like this Sweet Potato Bourbon Smash? Also, check out some of my other Bourbon forward recipes:

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