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Authentic Classic Coquito: Creamy Puerto Rican Holiday Rum Drink

A small glass filled with creamy, frothy coquito, dusted generously with ground cinnamon.
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Make this authentic, creamy Puerto Rican Coquito, a traditional holiday rum cocktail often called coconut eggnog. This recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients. You will need a blender for this easy Coquito recipe.
  2. Pour the sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, evaporated milk, and cream of coconut into the blender jar.
  3. Add the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to the blender.
  4. Add the white rum. Start with 1 1/2 cups, but you can add more if you prefer a stronger drink.
  5. Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This usually takes about 30 to 60 seconds.
  6. Taste the Coquito and adjust the rum or spices if needed.
  7. Pour the mixture into glass bottles or a large pitcher.
  8. Seal the containers and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. Chilling allows the flavors to fully meld.
  9. Serve your chilled Coquito in small glasses, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a whole cinnamon stick.

Notes

  • You can prepare this traditional Coquito recipe up to one week ahead of time. Store it tightly sealed in the refrigerator.
  • For a richer texture, substitute 1/2 cup of the evaporated milk with 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
  • If you want to make a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum.
  • Shake the bottle well before serving, as separation may occur during chilling.

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