Festive Island Coquito

This Coquito recipe is a traditional Christmas drink originating from Puerto Rico. Creamy and rich, it combines sweetened condensed milk, cream of coconut, evaporated milk, and coconut milk with a blend of vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating a comforting and indulgent holiday beverage. The addition of light rum adds a delightful kick, making it a perfect treat for festive gatherings and celebrations.

Festive Island Coquito

A traditional Puerto Rican Christmas drink, the Coquito is a creamy and indulgent blend of coconut, spices, and rum, perfect for the holiday season.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.40 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1.50 oz cream of coconut
  • 1.20 oz evaporated milk
  • 1.30 oz coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • a pinch of ground nutmeg
  • a pinch of ground cloves
  • 1.40 oz light rum
  • ice

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine sweetened condensed milk, cream of coconut, evaporated milk, coconut milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and light rum.
  2. Blend the ingredients until well mixed.
  3. Pour the mixture into a glass pitcher and chill for at least 2 hours.
  4. Stir the coquito before serving.
  5. Serve the coquito chilled, over ice if desired, and optionally top with a cinnamon stick or freshly-grated nutmeg.