Coquito is a traditional Puerto Rican drink, often compared to eggnog but built around coconut and rum. It is closely tied to holiday celebrations and is usually made in batches. Recipes are often passed down and vary slightly from family to family.
Rich, creamy, and spiced, it is as much about texture as flavor. The coconut base gives it a distinct identity. It is a drink meant to be shared rather than ordered individually.
Why Lush Life Loves It
I always think this is one of those drinks that brings people together. It feels generous and made for a group. It is more about the moment than the glass.
Here is the recipe
Coquito
Try my version of Coquito, the most festive of all Puerto Rican drinks! Just ask Lynnette Marrero!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup or 350ml rum white, dark or spiced
- 1 12 oz or 410 ml can evaporated milk
- 1 14 oz or 397ml can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups 1 15 oz or 400ml can cream of coconut
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender.
- Blend, blend, blend.
- Pour into a large jug
- Add the cinnamon stick
- Chill overnight
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 569kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 0.04gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 51mgPotassium: 5mgFiber: 3gSugar: 66gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.04mg
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