The Perfect Sweet Potato Old Fashioned Recipe: A Fall Inspired Old Fashioned

When the leaves start to change and the air gets crisp, nothing beats a cozy, fall inspired old fashioned. Our sweet potato old fashioned, inspired by a classic Thanksgiving casserole, is the perfect seasonal drink to warm you from the inside out. This unique cocktail offers a delightful blend of smoky rye whiskey and the subtle sweetness of sweet potato, creating a memorable experience. It's the ideal sweet potato old fashioned to serve at your next autumn gathering.

The Sweet Potato Casserole Old Fashioned Recipe

This recipe is a fun collaboration with Spirited Shaker, designed to capture the essence of a holiday feast in a glass. The base is a toasted pecan-infused High West Double Rye, which provides a nutty, spicy backbone. This is beautifully complemented by El Guapo™ Sweet Potato Syrup and a touch of sweet potato purée for an authentic flavor and creamy texture. A few dashes of El Guapo™ Holiday Pie Bitters pull all the "casserole" flavors together. The toasted marshmallow garnish is the final touch for the complete experience.

Ingredients

x Spirited Shaker

• 2 oz Toasted pecan-infused High West Double Rye
• 0.25 oz El Guapo™ Sweet Potato Syrup
• 0.25 oz Cooked sweet potato purée (optional but a fun add)
• 2 dashes El Guapo™ Holiday Pie Bitters
• Marshmallows & blow torch, for garnish

Instructions

• Fill a mixing glass with ice.
• Add the toasted pecan-infused High West Double Rye, El Guapo™ Sweet Potato Syrup, cooked sweet potato purée, and El Guapo™ Holiday Pie Bitters.
• Stir all ingredients well with a bar spoon for at least 30 seconds to properly chill and dilute the cocktail.
• Double strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve (to remove any sweet potato solids) into a rocks glass over a large block of ice.
• Garnish the cocktail by topping it with a few marshmallows and lightly torching them for a toasted, smoky aroma. Cheers!

Tips for the Perfect Sweet Potato Old Fashioned

• Make Your Own Toasted Pecan-Infused Rye: To infuse your whiskey, simply toast a handful of pecans and add them to a bottle of High West Double Rye. Let it rest for at least 24 hours before straining the pecans out.
• Alternative Spirits: While rye whiskey is perfect for its spicy notes, you can use a high-rye bourbon for a slightly sweeter finish.
• The Garnish: The toasted marshmallows are a non-negotiable part of this cocktail's experience. Using a culinary torch is the best way to get a perfectly toasted exterior without melting the marshmallows completely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an old fashioned?

 An old fashioned is a classic cocktail traditionally made by muddling sugar with bitters and water, then adding whiskey or bourbon and a citrus twist. Our fall inspired old fashioned simply uses the same method but with unique, seasonal ingredients.

Can I use canned sweet potato purée?

 Yes, canned sweet potato purée works perfectly and saves time. Just be sure to use plain purée, not a pie filling, to avoid unwanted spices or sugars.

What other cocktails are good for Thanksgiving?

 Besides this delicious sweet potato old fashioned, other great Thanksgiving cocktails include Spiced Apple Cider Mules, Cranberry Bourbon Sours, or a warm Spiced Rum Punch.