Sure your mom or aunt makes the best sweet potato pie….or do they? I’m sure they do. This sweet potato pie brings a new meaning to dessert. Gentilly Kitchen + Bar, located in New York’s West Village are constantly coming up with new cocktails inspired by season and we decided to share some of our faves with you. 

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Sweet Potato Pie

1 baked sweet potato

1 1/2 oz. vodka

3/4 oz. lemon juice 

3/4 oz. ginger infused ginger simple syrup

Homemade whipped cream with nutmeg garnish

Directions:  

Muddle baked sweet potato, add in vodka, lemon juice & simple syrup and shake with ice. Strain into a coupe glass and top with homemade whipped cream & sprinkle with nutmeg.

Want more creative fall cocktails from Gentilly? Check out the Trick and Treat!

Gentilly Kitchen + Bar pairs the flair and flavor of New Orlean’s famed culinary and cocktail scene with the energy and excitement of New York City. In keeping with tradition, Gentilly serves up authentic dishes rooted in French & Creole culture with a modern twist, serving dinner, starting at 4pm weekdays and brunch service, Saturdays and Sundays starting at 10am at the West Village location: 64 Carmine Street.  For reservations, call 646-912-9650.