Description
Coquito is a creamy, coconut-based holiday drink that blends rich coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, warm spices, and a hint of white rum to create a smooth, festive beverage perfect for gatherings or cozy nights. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in under 15 minutes and offers customizable sweetness and alcohol levels, delivering authentic Caribbean holiday flavors and comforting warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
Alcohol
- 1 cup white rum
Flavorings and Spices
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Gather and Prepare Ingredients: Measure out the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and white rum. Make sure your spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves if using) and vanilla extract are ready to blend for a smooth process.
- Combine the Milks and Sweeteners: In a blender or large bowl, pour in the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk. Blend or whisk gently until you achieve a smooth, creamy mixture without lumps.
- Add Rum and Spices: Pour the white rum into the milk mixture. Then add cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and optional cloves. Blend or stir thoroughly to incorporate all flavors evenly.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the Coquito for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the drink to cool completely, enhancing its creamy texture and taste.
- Serve and Enjoy: Before serving, give the Coquito a gentle stir or shake as natural separation may occur. Pour into small glasses or festive mugs, garnish with cinnamon or nutmeg if desired, and enjoy your creamy, coconut-infused holiday treat.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the best silky texture; avoid light versions.
- Blending all ingredients ensures an even, smooth drink.
- Adjust sweetness by tasting and modifying the amount of sweetened condensed milk as different brands vary.
- Chill Coquito for at least 1 hour to enhance flavor and texture.
- Shake or stir well before serving since natural separation can occur.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-cook, blending
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 small glass (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Coquito, coconut milk drink, holiday drink, creamy cocktail, Puerto Rican drink, festive beverage, coconut rum drink, Christmas drink
