Traditional Puerto Rican Coquito Recipe
Introduction
Coquito is a creamy, traditional Puerto Rican holiday drink that’s rich with coconut and warm spices. This festive cocktail blends coconut milk, rum, and comforting flavors to create a smooth and delicious beverage perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
- 13.5 ounces coconut milk (1 can)
- 13.2 ounces cream of coconut (1 can)
- 12 ounces evaporated milk (1 can)
- 7 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1/2 can)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup white rum (such as Don Q) or to taste
- Cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine the coconut milk, cream of coconut, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and white rum in a blender.
- Step 2: Blend the mixture until it is smooth and well combined.
- Step 3: Pour the Coquito into an airtight or sealed container and refrigerate for at least four hours to chill thoroughly.
- Step 4: Shake the bottle well before serving to ensure ingredients are mixed.
- Step 5: Serve chilled in glasses, garnished with a cinnamon stick if desired.
Tips & Variations
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum or substitute with rum extract to taste.
Storage
Store Coquito in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before serving each time. Reheat gently if preferred warm, but it is best served chilled.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make Coquito without alcohol?
Yes, simply leave out the rum or add rum extract to maintain the flavor without the alcohol content.
How long does Coquito keep in the refrigerator?
Stored properly in a sealed container, Coquito stays fresh for up to one week in the refrigerator.
PrintTraditional Puerto Rican Coquito Recipe
Traditional Puerto Rican Coquito is a creamy, coconut-based holiday drink made with coconut milk, cream of coconut, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, warm spices, and white rum. Blended until smooth and chilled, this festive beverage offers rich flavors with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, perfect for celebrations and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Ingredients
Liquids
- 13.5 ounces coconut milk (1 can)
- 13.2 ounces cream of coconut (1 can)
- 12 ounces evaporated milk (1 can)
- 7 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1/2 of a can)
- 1 cup white rum (Don Q) or to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Spices
- 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Garnish
- Cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Combine coconut milk, cream of coconut, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and white rum in a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are well combined.
- Chill the Mixture: Pour the blended Coquito into an airtight or sealed container and place it in the refrigerator. Allow it to chill for at least four hours, which helps the flavors to meld and the drink to thicken slightly.
- Shake Before Serving: Before serving, shake the container well to ensure the mixture is homogeneous, as the ingredients may settle during refrigeration.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the Coquito chilled into glasses and optionally garnish each glass with a cinnamon stick for an aromatic finish.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum entirely or substitute with rum extract to taste.
- Adjust the amount of rum based on your preference for alcohol strength.
- Use an airtight container to preserve freshness and flavors while chilling.
- Shake well before pouring as the mixture can separate slightly when refrigerated.
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