Which Is Sweeter A Sweet Potato Or A Yam?

Which Is Sweeter A Sweet Potato Or A Yam? Sweetpotatoes are almost always sweeter than yams. They have versatile flavor easily altered by cooking methods. Starchier and more potato-like, usually not very sweet. Versatile; flavor easily altered by cooking methods. What is the difference between sweet potatoes and yams? The skin of a yam (left)