Puerto Rican Coquito Recipe
Coquito is a rich, creamy Puerto Rican holiday beverage often enjoyed during Christmas. Like eggnog but with a tropical twist, it is a perfect mixture of coconut, rum, and spices, traditionally served chilled in small glasses; coquito is a festive and indulgent treat that brings a taste of the Caribbean to holiday gatherings.
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 261kcal
Equipment
- Immersion Blender or Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 2 sticks cinnamon
- 1 whole nutmeg
- 6 allspice
- 4 anise stars
- 6 cloves
- 2 can coconut milk
- 1 can condensed milk
- 1 can cream of coconut
- 1 cup rum
- almond or vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- Add water and the desired spices to a small saucepot to make the spice tea. Let the water boil for about five minutes. Turn off the heat, cover, and allow to cool completely.1 cup water, 2 sticks cinnamon, 1 whole nutmeg, 6 allspice, 4 anise stars, 6 cloves
- Add cooled spice tea to Blender cup or Pitcher.
- Add coconut milk.2 can coconut milk
- Add condensed milk.1 can condensed milk
- Add cream of coconut. You may also add a splash of Almond or Vanilla extract.1 can cream of coconut
- Add Rum.1 cup rum
- Blend until everything is well incorporated.
- Once chilled, serve over ice cubes in a highball and garnish with a dusting of cinnamon or a cinnamon stick. Consider running the rim on Fluff or extra-thick whipping cream, followed by toasted coconut flakes.
Notes
- Learn the basics: Once you learn the basic ingredients for any recipe, you can make it your own. For example, you can use only coconut products, instead of evaporated or condensed milk.
- Ratios: How much rum do you like in your coquito? One cup of rum is a good start, especially if we have never had a drink. You can make your coquito as strong as you would like. Even without rum, the combination of spices and milk is exceptionally delicious.
- Plan: If you are having a gathering, make your coquito the night before. Allow the flavors to marinate and chill well before serving.
- When in doubt, double up: This recipe is easy to make, share, and drink. If you are making this recipe for a gathering, make more than you think you need. Believe me. It'll disappear before you know it. Don't tell anyone if there are any leftovers because someone will want to take some home with them.
Nutrition
Serving: 4oz | Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 163mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg
