A pair of champagne glasses filled to the brim with the opalescent amber cocktail, adorned with a slice of dried apple. Nutmeg is dusted gently on top, laying a delicate veil of spice over the captivating liquid. The glasses reflect the warm tones of the drink, enhancing the sense of autumn.

Autumn Umami Sweet Potato Cocktail

Name: Autumn Umami Sweet Potato Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: medium-sized raw sweet potato, 1 juiced; medium-sized apple, 1 juiced; miso paste, 1 tablespoon; sake, 1/2 cup; bourbon, 1 cup; honey, 1/2 tablespoon; cinnamon stick, 1; nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated for garnish; dried apple slices, 2 for garnish

Category Cocktail

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 0 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Mixing

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: November 05, 2025

Get ready to take your palate on a voyage with this unique cocktail! Harnessing the earthiness of sweet potato and the crispness of apple, this drink gets a touch of Asian spice thanks to the addition of miso and sake. It's an aromatic, sweet, and slightly savory treat, making it a must-try fusion cocktail.

Ingredients (for 2)

Medium-sized raw sweet potato - 1 - juiced
Medium-sized apple - 1 - juiced
Miso paste - 1 tablespoon
Sake - 1/2 cup
Bourbon - 1 cup
Honey - 1/2 tablespoon
Cinnamon stick - 1
Nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon - freshly grated for garnish
Dried apple slices - 2 - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥔🍏🥤

Start by juicing your medium-sized raw sweet potato and medium-sized apple. Set the juice aside for later use.
Step 2 - 🥄🥃🍯

In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 tablespoon of miso paste, 1/2 cup of sake, 1 cup of bourbon, 1/2 tablespoon of honey, and 1 cinnamon stick. Shake well until the honey and miso completely dissolve.
Step 3 - 🍹🍎🥔

Add the previously prepared sweet potato and apple juice into the shaker. Give it a good shake until all ingredients are well combined.
Step 4 - 🥤🗑️

Strain the mixture into two glasses, ensuring that the cinnamon stick is disposed of.
Step 5 - 🍏🌰✨

Garnish each glass with a dried apple slice and a light dusting of 1/4 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg.

Additional

This cocktail pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes, from umami-filled sushi to hearty stews. For a non-alcoholic version, replace the bourbon and sake with apple cider and a splash of ginger beer. Enjoy the fusion of flavors!