The Pot Luck: Delicious Sweet Potato Syrup Cocktail
Sep 16, 2025
If you want a zero proof drink that feels festive, cozy and a little unexpected, The Pot Luck delivers. Created by Colleen Nealo of Porta in Philadelphia, this spirit-free sipper leans into warm spice and tropical fruit for a comforting drink that tastes like fall wandered into a tiki bar. Sweet Potato Syrup does what it always does. It brings depth, warmth and a gentle sweetness that makes the whole glass feel cared for.
Why This Is a Unique Sweet Potato Syrup Cocktail
Instead of starting with apple cider, this recipe begins with mulled pineapple juice. It is bright. It is spiced. It brings a soft tropical aroma that keeps the drink from feeling heavy. Sweet Potato Syrup adds earthy sweetness and warm baking spice. Falernum adds ginger, lime and allspice. The blend is layered and cozy without becoming syrupy. No spirits needed.
The Pot Luck: Zero Proof Recipe
Makes one cocktail
Ingredients
- 4 oz mulled pineapple juice (recipe below)
- 1/2 oz El Guapo® Sweet Potato Syrup
- 1/2 oz El Guapo® Falernum
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Mix the mulled pineapple juice, Sweet Potato Syrup and Falernum in a heatproof glass.
- Warm gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Pour into a mug.
- Top with whipped cream.
- Dust with chocolate sugar.
Zero Proof Mulled Pineapple Juice
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh pineapple juice
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tbsp whole allspice berries
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns
- 1 tbsp whole cloves
- 1 vanilla bean pod, split in half lengthwise, seeds scraped out
Instructions
- Warm the spices in a saucepan until fragrant.
- Add pineapple juice, vanilla pod and seeds.
- Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat and cook for fifteen minutes.
- Strain.
- Refrigerate for up to two weeks.
The Dual Syrup Blend for a Sophisticated Zero Proof Drink
Sweet Potato Syrup gives the drink body and warmth. Falernum brings brightness and spice. Together they create a mulled drink that feels polished and intentional. The pineapple base keeps it lively. The whipped cream gives it a little celebration on top. This is a zero proof drink that feels truly crafted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this non alcoholic mulled drink for a crowd?
Yes. Mix a full batch and keep it chilled. Warm to order and let guests add their own whipped cream.
What does sweet potato syrup taste like in a cocktail?
It tastes like caramelized sugar, warm spice and a hint of roasted earthiness. It brings depth you cannot get from simple syrup.
Can this recipe be made with alcohol?
Yes. Rum, bourbon or spiced vodka blend beautifully. Add one and a half to two ounces to each mug before the whipped cream.
