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Authentic Classic Coquito Recipe (Puerto Rican Coconut Eggnog)

A glass of creamy, white coquito recipe drink dusted generously with ground cinnamon on top.
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Make the best homemade Coquito, a creamy, traditional Puerto Rican holiday drink flavored with coconut, warm spices, and rum. This easy recipe delivers rich, festive flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 (15 oz) can cream of coconut (like Coco Lopez)
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
  • 1 cup white rum (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of ground cloves

Instructions

  1. Combine the coconut milk, cream of coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
  2. Add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to the blender. Pulse a few times to mix the spices.
  3. Pour the rum into the mixture. Blend briefly to incorporate the alcohol. Do not over-blend after adding the rum.
  4. Taste the mixture. Add more rum if you prefer a stronger drink, blending briefly after each addition.
  5. Pour the Coquito into glass bottles or jars. Seal tightly.
  6. Refrigerate the Coquito for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the drink to chill thoroughly.
  7. Before serving, shake the bottles well, as separation may occur. Serve chilled in small glasses, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.

Notes

  • For a thicker texture, you can add 2 egg yolks to the blender with the milks, but this is optional for the classic version.
  • If you want a less alcoholic version, start with 1/2 cup of rum and increase as needed.
  • This drink keeps well in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • Use high-quality cream of coconut for the best flavor and texture.

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