Ingredients
– 1 (12 oz) can of evaporated milk for creaminess and sweetness
– 1 (14 oz) can of sweetened condensed milk for creaminess and sweetness
– 2 cups (1 15 oz can) of cream of coconut for creaminess and sweetness
– 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon for warm, aromatic flavors
– 1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg for warm, aromatic flavors
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for warm, aromatic flavors
– 1 1/2 cups of white rum for the traditional kick (adjustable for taste)
Instructions
1-Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace.
2-In a blender, combine 1 (12 oz) can of evaporated milk, 1 (14 oz) can of sweetened condensed milk, 2 cups (1 15 oz can) of cream of coconut, 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract; blend until smooth.
3-Slowly add 1 1/2 cups of white rum to the mixture while blending.
4-Taste and adjust spices if needed, then pour into clean containers.
5-Refrigerate for at least one hour to chill and let flavors meld.
6-Shake well before serving and pour into small glasses, adding a cinnamon stick garnish if you like.
7-For non-alcoholic versions, substitute rum with coconut milk and add sweetener to keep it tasty.
Last Step:
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🥥 For the creamiest texture, use high-quality cream of coconut (not coconut milk) and blend thoroughly until completely smooth
🎄 Make this drink ahead of time – it actually tastes better after a day in the refrigerator as the flavors meld together
🧊 Always serve coquito ice cold – you can even chill the glasses in advance for the ultimate refreshing experience
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be made vegan with plant-based milks)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8.8 ounces
- Calories: 342
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg