Go Back
–+ servings
The Best Coquito Ever 2

Easy Coquito

Camila Benitez
Puerto Rican Coquito is the perfect holiday drink, as there are no strict rules about what can and cannot be added, which makes it much more interesting and versatile. It is prepared based on coconut cream, coconut milk, condensed milk, and rum, but if you prefer, you can add another liquor or make it without alcohol. Coquito, much like Eggnog, is traditionally consumed during the holidays as an aperitif, after-dinner drink, or given as a gift and shared among friends and family —although we drink it all year.🤭
5 from 1 vote
Print Recipe Pin Recipe Add to Collection
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine Puero Rican
Servings 8

Tools

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (13.5 oz) can unsweetened coconut milk such as Coco Lopez or Goya Brand , full fat
  • 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk , full fat
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk or 1 (11.6 oz) sweetened condensed coconut milk
  • 1 (15 oz) can sweetened cream of coconut such as Coco Lopez or Goya Brand
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ tablespoon freshly grated nutmeg or 1 teaspoon store-bought pre-grated one
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon , adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Bacardi Black , Golden, or Spiced Rum such as Captain Morgan or other Rum of your choice
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened shredded coconut plus for garnish (optional)
  • 3 Cinnamon sticks , plus for garnish
  • 3 whole Star anise , plus for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place unsweetened coconut milk, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, cream of coconut, vanilla, nutmeg, ground cinnamon, Bacardi, and shredded coconut into the blender and blend until smooth and frothy, about 2 minutes.
  • In a pre-sterilized bottle or an airtight container, add the cinnamon sticks and whole star anise, then pour in the coquito mixture and store in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  • When you're ready to serve, shake or stir the eggless coquito to combine, as the mixture may separate slightly as it sits. Pour in a cordial glass, and dust it with nutmeg or cinnamon powder. Garnish with cinnamon stick and star anise in each glass, if desired.

Notes

How to Store
Coquito will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. When you're ready to serve, shake or stir the coquito to combine. 
Make Ahead
Coquito can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator in a pre-sterilized bottle or an airtight container for up to 4 days.
How to Freeze
We think the best way to enjoy Coquito is to drink it fresh and chilled; therefore, we do not recommend freezing it.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Coquito
Amount per Serving
Calories
108
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.04
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.2
g
Cholesterol
 
0.1
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
3
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
39
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
0.4
g
1
%
Vitamin A
 
7
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
21
mg
2
%
Iron
 
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.

Did you Like the Recipe?We would appreciate it if you could rate it. Also, make sure to check out our Youtube Channel for more great recipes. Please share it on social media and tag us so we can see your delicious creations. Thank you!