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Authentic and Creamy Puerto Rican Coquito Recipe

A glass of creamy coquito topped generously with ground cinnamon powder.
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Make this traditional Puerto Rican cocktail, Coquito, for your holiday gatherings. This recipe yields an extra thick and creamy coconut rum beverage, perfect as a homemade eggnog alternative.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cream of coconut (like Coco Lopez)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 cups white rum (or more, 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 briefly to mix the spices.
  3. Pour in the white rum. Blend again until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is creamy.
  4. Taste the mixture. If you prefer a stronger rum flavor, add more rum now and blend briefly.
  5. Pour the Coquito mixture into glass bottles or jars. Seal tightly.
  6. Refrigerate the Coquito for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and the drink to thicken.
  7. Before serving this festive coconut rum drink, shake the bottles well to recombine any separated ingredients.
  8. Serve chilled in small glasses, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick.

Notes

  • For an extra thick and creamy drink, ensure you use full-fat coconut milk and high-quality cream of coconut.
  • You can substitute some of the white rum with dark rum for a deeper flavor profile.
  • This Puerto Rican cocktail keeps well in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • If you want a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and add 1/2 cup of water or extra evaporated milk.

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